Samuel Yocca
Samuel Yocca works for Global Programs at Georgetown University
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International relations majors are accomplishing incredible things in Michigan and all around the world. We love to hear from you! If you'd be interested in being featured in one of our spotlights, send an email to [email protected] with a picture and some or all of the following:
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We look forward to hearing from you!
Samuel Yocca works for Global Programs at Georgetown University
GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Alumni of the Year
Member of U.S. Air Force, Graduate of the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California
2006 Graduate Leads Economic Development in Detroit
Attorney for Freedom House Represents Asylum Seekers
Periodically, the Political Science Department is asked by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences to invite a Political Science or International Relations alumnus to campus for the Distinguished Alumni-in-Residence program. The program provides a venue for departments to invite outstanding alumni back to campus to share their post-graduation experiences with the GVSU community. Through the program, our distinguished alumni have the opportunity to share their insights about what constitutes strong academic preparation for students.
Political Science and International Relations Distinguished Alumni-in-Residence:
James Spaanstra 2005
Edward Cardenas 2006
Bob Monaghan 2007
James Meernik 2010
Nerina Cevra 2012
Richard Damstra 2015
Tim Zeeb 2017
Alan Dunklow 2019
Media and Communications Expert
Energy and Natural Resources Attorney
Assistant Attorney General for Maryland
Human Rights Lawyer
Foreign Service Office, U.S. Department of State
Dr. Tafel wins Pew Teaching Excellence Award
Feb 19, 2024
Eligibility is open to all students who major in political science or international relations.
Feb 13, 2024
The John T. Batchelder scholarship is funded by a generous grant from the Batchelder family. The scholarship honors Dr. John Thayer Batchelder who served as a Grand Valley State University professor until his retirement in 1997.
Feb 13, 2024
The GV in DC Endowed Scholarship helps Grand Valley students study and intern in Washington, D.C.
Feb 13, 2024
Kuo lectured on what we get right and wrong about China.
Feb 6, 2024
April 1, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Learn merengue, bachata, and salsa from GV's own Profesor Serrata and Profesora Castellanos! RSVP on LakerLink
April 4, 2024 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Recent debates over public school curricula, including “anti-CRT” initiatives and attacks on “gender ideology,” have led to a reinvigoration of maternalist politics in the United...
April 6, 2024 8:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Hey y'all! The Latino Student Union invites you to our Winter baile El Festival de Musica: Fuego! The baile takes place on Saturday, April 06, and starts at 8:00PM on Kirkhof rm: 2250 (Grand...
April 7, 2024 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K-Pop Unleashed is K-Pop Group Evolution's annual dance and cultural showcase. This event features performances and discussions from both Grand Valley clubs and other organizations in the Grand...
April 13, 2024 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
A Traditional Powwow is a gathering and celebration of Native American culture through ceremony, song, dance, feasting, and socializing. Traditional pow wows include dancers, drum groups,...