
Dr. Perry has been named one of the recipients of the College of Liberal Arts’ “Achievements in Climate and Inclusion” (ACI) Award. Dr. Perry is an Instructional Assistant Professor in the Political Science department at Texas A&M University.
The ACI awards acknowledge faculty members in honor of their demonstrated commitment and service activities designed to encourage and facilitate a more inclusive and welcoming climate for all social and cultural identities.
Dr. Perry will receive a bursary in the amount of $750 (College-$500/Dept.-$250) to thank her for her leadership, innovation, mentoring, and impact regarding climate and inclusion. She would also be invited to a college-wide Dean’s event during the next academic year to celebrate her overarching goals with her peers.
Dr. Perry received her Ph.D. in Political Science from Duke University in 2013. Her research interest includes racial politics in the U.S., Latino political representation, Latino immigration, the effects of geography on political attitudes and participation rates, and congressional institutions.
On Sept. 1, 2022, the Department of Political Science became part of the Bush School of Government & Public Service.