Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science & International Affairs
Yao is a doctoral student in Political Science at the University of Georgia, with a primary research focus on American politics. Her research examines American political institutions, with particular interest in executive politics, administrative rulemaking, and interbranch relations.
Apr 2026
SPIA Ranked Among Top Public Affairs Schools
The School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Georgia continues to rank among the leading institutions for public service education, earning top marks in both national and
Apr 2026
SPIA Ranked Among Top Public Affairs Schools
The School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Georgia continues to rank among the leading institutions for public service education, earning top marks in both national and
Apr 2026
SPIA Faculty and Students Honored at ASPA 2026
Faculty and students from the University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) earned national recognition at the 2026 American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) Conference, with multiple
Apr 2026
The “Calibration Dilemma”: Why AI Forces Dictators Into Risky Tradeoffs
New research challenges the idea that artificial intelligence makes dictators all‑powerful Artificial intelligence is often portrayed as a powerful new tool for authoritarian governments—one that enables constant surveillance, predictive repression,
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
MPA Program Informational Webinar
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
2026 George S. Parthemos Lecture
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
