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Meet Olivia Cheng, a third-year Political Science major and CAPE Program Assistant. She’s supported faculty research and recently interned at the Merced District Attorney’s Office, deepening her commitment to public service. At CAPE, she helps with events and office operations.

CAPE Affiliate Professor Anil Menon recently shared new research on how Americans view automation and AI job risks. Despite warnings of rapid disruption, the study shows public attitudes remain remarkably stable. Read more here: https://t.co/GZ7ZsCZaN5 #CAPE #UCMerced #PoliSci

Here are some common questions we get about our Legislative Fellows Program, which is now open for applications. If you have any other questions, please visit our website: https://t.co/bFOKASCVXk. We heavily encourage anyone interested to apply! #UCMercedCAPE #CAPE #Legislative

Thank you @madrid_mike for joining our POLI 109 simulation class last Friday as our guest speaker. He shared his insight into California politics, campaigns, and the evolving political landscape. #CAPE #UCMercedPoliticalScience #UCMercedCAPE #PoliticalScience #UCMerced

Meet Alvaro, a first-year Management and Business Economics major and Political Science LLC Peer Assistant. In his role with CAPE, Alvaro supports the LLC Peer Lead. If you see him around campus, be sure to say hello! #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMercedPoliticalScience #Politics

Earlier this month, CAPE and UC Merced Political Science co‑hosted AP Government high school students from throughout the Central Valley in an effort to recruit them to UC Merced. We hope to see these future Bobcats back with us next fall. #UCMerced #UCMercedCAPE #UCMPoliticalSci

Meet Isaiah, a second-year double major in Political Science and Business. He is interested in pursuing corporate law in the future. His role in CAPE consists of creating, planning, and executing events for the Political Science LLC. #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMPoliticalScience

The 2026 CAPE Legislative Fellows Program applications are open! This Fellowship is designed for students who are passionate about politics, policy, and legislative work. To apply, please scan the QR code or use this link: https://t.co/4qlK4g9ITW. Due 12/22. #CAPEUCMerced #Policy

The CAPE office will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from November 24 to 28. If you need to contact us, please email cape@ucmerced.edu. Wishing everyone a restful and enjoyable break from all of us at CAPE! #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMerced #UCMercedPoliticalScience

Meet Miles, a second-year Political Science major and CAPE Program Assistant. You can find him in the CAPE office throughout the week, make sure to stop by to say hi and learn more about the work he’s doing on campus and with CAPE. #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMerced #StudentSuccess

As Prop 50 reshapes California, experts say Merced and Stanislaus counties could shift left. CAPE Director and UC Merced Political Science Professor Nate Monroe breaks it down. Read here: https://t.co/0zDDTltMI4 #CAPE #UCMPoliticalScience #Merced #Stanislaus #Politics #Prop50

California Democrats celebrate Prop 50’s passage, while GOP leaders challenge its constitutionality. CAPE Director Nate Monroe weighs in, watch the full conversation here: https://t.co/ZB2whyXKMG #UCMercedPoliticalScience #UCMerced #Merced #CaliforniaPolitics #Politics #Prop50

Meet Delfina, a fifth-year Political Science major and CAPE Program Assistant. She's passionate about nonprofit work and electoral politics. She will be graduating this semester, we wish her good luck in her future career aspirations! #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMerced #PoliSci

Stop by the CAPE office this Halloween for a cozy candy break and a full day of Halloween movies! Feel free to drop in anytime between anytime between 9AM–4PM. #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMercedPoliticalScience #Politics #UCMerced #Halloween

On Tuesday, November 11 at 3:00 PM, join Sol Rivas - the Executive Director of @ValleyOnward - and Professor Elaine Denny for a special workshop on imposter syndrome and professional belonging. #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMercedPoliticalScience #Politics #UCMerced #Valleyonward

How does satellite internet influence the conduct of war? UC Merced's Political Science Department welcomes Renard Sexton, Associate Professor of Political Science at Emory University. #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMercedPoliticalScience #UnderstandingPolitics #Politics #UCMerced

UC Merced's Political Science Department invites you for an afternoon with UC Merced alumni shaping public policy across California! Hear from leaders in government, advocacy, and community organizing. #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMercedPoliticalScience #Politics #UCMerced #Alumni

Last week the Political Science department along with CAPE hosted its monthly Politics and Pastries event! Many thanks to CAPE Director Professor Monroe and Professor Denny for joining us. #CAPE #UCMerced #Politics #UCMercedPoliticalScience #PoliticalScience #explorepage

Earlier than this week, CAPE Director and UC Merced Political Science Professor Nate Monroe had the privilege to present to the Modesto Rotary Club. A special thanks to Modesto Rotary Club for the invitation to share about CAPE's programs! #UCMerced #rotaryclub #CAPEUCMerced

Last week at Politics and Pastries, we were joined by Professors Marco Alcocer and Christopher Ojeda as guest speakers! They shared insights on current political happenings around the world, all while enjoying pastries with our students. Thank you both for joining us!