Political Science
Kevin Wagner, Ph.D., received his J.D. from the University of Florida and worked as an attorney and member of the Florida Bar in Palm Beach Gardens. He left the full-time practice of law and returned to the University of Florida to earn an M.A. and Ph.D. in political science. His research and teaching interests include American politics, campaigns and elections, media and politics, and American political thought. His work has been published in leading journals and law reviews and presented at major national conferences. He is one of the leading authorities on the effects of technology on politics and campaigning. Professor Wagner has lectured extensively on American politics and has been cited in many leading newspapers, including the New York Times, Washington Post, Boston Globe, L.A. Times, New York Newsday, the Dallas Morning News and The Miami Herald. He has been featured on CBS 12 as a political analyst and on national television, including NBC’s “Today Show.”
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Race for the White House
A First Look
This lecture will give an in-depth look at how the presidential race is shaping up. Using engaging visuals and the latest political events, Professor Wagner will explore the movement and changes in the run for president by reviewing the changes in political media, parties, interest groups and public opinion. This lecture will explore modern politics from the lens of political history, and from Professor Wagner's research on the growing shifts in the political media and political process. Attendees will be taken inside the political noise, and will be shown what matters and why. Professor Wagner will present survey results, media clips, and analysis of the latest happenings. Combining visuals, data, and occasional humor, Professor Wagner will show how events, technology, media, and politicians are shaping who our next president will be.
Register Early! There is a $5 charge for registering on the day of a one-time lecture or event.
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| Place: | Lifelong Learning Complex, Jupiter Campus |
| Dates: | Tuesday, November 24 2015 |
| Time: | 9:30 - 11 AM |
| Fee: | $25 / member; $35 / non-member |
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Political Debates: Politics and Hollywood
This lecture will give an in-depth look at how
presidential debates shape and change the race. Using
engaging visuals and the latest political events,
Professor Wagner will explore the movement and
changes in the run for president by reviewing the
changes in television debates and public opinion.
Combining visuals, data, and occasional humor,
Professor Wagner will show how events, technology,
media, and politicians are shaping who our next
president will be.
Register Early! There is a $5 charge for registering on the day of a one-time lecture or event.
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| Course # F1M1 — One Time Event
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| Place: | Lifelong Learning Complex, Jupiter Campus |
| Dates: | Monday, December 7 2015 |
| Time: | 9:30 - 11 AM |
| Fee: | $25 / member; $35 / non-member |
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