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McDonald Discusses Competitive Congressional Races in Newsweek

Professor of Political Science Jared McDonald was quoted in a Newsweek article titled “Republicans Behind in Five Key Races They Haven’t Lost in Decades.”In the article, McDonald discussed Democratic leads in several congressional races traditionally held by Republicans. He said it is “a little surprising” that Democrats are leading in these races, but that a […]

Bonds Examines Virginia Groundwater Report in Commentary for Virginia Mercury

Professor of Sociology Eric Bonds authored a commentary for Virginia Mercury titled “The Main Lesson from DEQ’s Groundwater Report: Va. Must Budget To Live Within Environmental Limits,” which was also published by FXBG Advance.In the piece, Bonds examines a recent Virginia Department of Environmental Quality report on groundwater availability, describing its findings as “alarming” and […]

Catullo Talks UMW Athletics on Town Talk

Director of Athletics Patrick Catullo appeared on News Talk 1230 WFVA’s Town Talk to discuss the latest from UMW Athletics.Catullo looked back on the Eagles’ historic NCAA Division III men’s basketball national championship this spring and highlighted the energy surrounding UMW Athletics heading into the new year. He also discussed opportunities for the community to […]

Singh Explores Access to Nature in FXBG Advance Commentary

Associate Professor of Political Science and International Affairs Ranjit Singh authored a commentary for FXBG Advance titled “This Land Is My Land? What Seeing Who Has Access to Nature Says About Us.”In the piece, Singh reflects on the natural landscape surrounding his family farm and explores broader questions about access to nature and what those […]

Farnsworth Discusses Virginia Midterm Landscape for WTOP

Professor Emeritus of Political Science Stephen Farnsworth was quoted in a WTOP article titled “Virginia Primary Sets Stage for Competitive Midterm Elections.”In the article, Farnsworth discussed the outlook for Virginia’s congressional races following the primary, noting that the political environment could create opportunities for Democrats in competitive districts. “Even though Democrats were thwarted in their […]