Presidential Election Lecture Series
This course provides an opportunity for the brightest minds of the San Francisco State University campus community to come together to discuss, in a non-partisan way, issues that are top of mind as people head to the polls. Each week, faculty guest speakers present on a range of topics relating to the theme of the week, which will be followed by a question-and-answer session moderated by Dr. Rebecca Eissler, Associate Professor of Political Science.
Current students may register for PLSI 216 to receive 2 units (CR/NC grading only), but members of the campus community and alumni may attend any session by registering here.
The Presidential Election Lecture Series welcomes persons with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. Please refer to the registration page for information on how to request accommodations.
| August 27 | The Electoral College and the Economy |
| September 3 | Democracy in America |
| September 10 | Crime and the Criminal Justice System |
| September 17 | Healthcare and Health Policy |
| September 24 | The Environment |
| October 1 | Education |
| October 8 | Immigration |
| October 15 | Sex, Gender, and Identity Issues |
| October 22 | Foreign Affairs: Russia/Ukraine, China, NATO, Cuba |
| October 29 | Foreign Affairs: The Middle East |
| November 5 |
Election Night Watch Party Session begins at 4 p.m. and will go until approximately 9:30 p.m. to analyze election results as polls close across the country |
| November 12 | Post-Election Discussion: Breaking Down the Election Results |
| November 19 | Looking Ahead to the New Term/Administration: Domestic Policy |
| December 3 | Looking Ahead to the New Administration/Term: Foreign Affairs |