Steve Vincent ’73, Linda Vincent, Mary Davis, Dr. Danny Davis ’76, ’03 and Dean John B. Sherman ‘92 The Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University has selected Dr. Danny W. Davis ’76, ’03 as recipient of the 2026 Inspiring the Spirit of Aggieland – The 41 Award. Each year, this […]
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Texas A&M Bush School and National Taiwan University Launch “Taiwan MVP” Initiative
Recognizing Taiwan’s ongoing strategic importance to the peace and security of the United States and the Indo-Pacific, the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University, Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs, the College of Social Sciences at National Taiwan University (NTU-COSS) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Houston (TECO-Houston) have […]
Mosbacher Institute hosts a free public talk, “Powering Texas – Challenges and Opportunities,” March 25
The Bush School of Government and Public Service’s Mosbacher Institute for Trade, Economics, and Public Policy will host an in-depth public conversation Wednesday, March 25, on one of Texas’ most pressing challenges, meeting the state’s growing demand for electricity. The event, titled “Powering Texas – Challenges and Opportunities,” will feature Bill Flores, chair of the […]
US-Mexico Relations in a Changing World with Former Ambassador Antonio Garza
On Feb. 17, 2026, the Mosbacher Institute’s Borders and Migration Program hosted an installment of its The Other Side of the Border: Ties that Bind and Issues that Divide speaker series, titled “U.S.-Mexico Relations in a Changing World.” The event featured former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Antonio Garza. Welcome remarks were delivered by Dr. Maria […]
Values Have Value: A Policy Framework for Embedding Ethical Practices in Business
A new issue of The Takeaway explores how implementing ethical practices as fundamental businesspolicies can promote trust, sustainability, and lasting success. COLLEGE STATION, TX (February 2026) – Anupam Agrawal examines how ethical practices, whenembedded as core business policies, foster trust, sustainability, and long-term performance. Drawingfrom economics literature and case studies of global firms, the Takeaway […]
“Nativism & Populism: The Global Forces Shaping Politics” Public Event| February 17
February 17 — A public event titled “Nativism & Populism: The Global Forces Shaping Politics” will convene scholars and practitioners for a moderated discussion of immigration, identity, and democratic conflict in the United States and beyond. Cliff Young and Kirby Goidel, authors of the book, will bookend the discussion by the panel of experts. Moderated by Margaret Talev, the conversation will open with remarks from Cliff […]
Former Ambassador Antonio Garza to discuss U.S.-Mexico relations
Mosbacher Institute hosts a free public talk, “US-Mexico Relations in a Changing World,” on Feb. 17 The Bush School of Government and Public Service’s Mosbacher Institute for Trade, Economics, and Public Policy will host an in-depth public conversation on one of the United States’ most consequential bilateral relationships when former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Antonio […]
Globalization Backlash: New Theory and Evidence
Across Western democracies, the post-war global economic order faces mounting domestic political resistance. From trade wars to immigration restrictions to skepticism toward international institutions, globalization’s once-stable foundations are persistently contested. This conference will bring together scholars at the theoretical and empirical frontiers to explore the drivers, dynamics, and implications of this backlash—shedding light on what […]
Howl to Howdy: Creating Connections Between Texas A&M and Arkansas State
This conference brings together faculty from Texas A&M University’s Department of Political Science and Arkansas State University’s Department of Government, Law & Policy to present research that exemplifies the Pathways to Doctorate partnership. Faculty from both institutions will present projects that foster cross-institutional collaboration, with presentations highlighting methodological innovations and substantive contributions to political science […]
Former Student Spotlight: Dr. Jennifer Cowley ‘94
Jennifer Cowley a proud Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of ’94 Political Science graduate — exemplifies the far-reaching impact of a political science degree. Cowley currently serves as The University of Texas at Arlington’s 10th president, making history as the first woman to hold the position. Dr. Cowley leads UTA with a deep commitment to public […]
