Connor Ewing
Assistant Professor · constitutional theory, law, and development
University of TorontoAbout
Connor Ewing is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Toronto's Faculty of Arts & Science, with a cross-appointment to the Faculty of Law. His research spans constitutional theory, law and development, American political thought, and federalism.
Ewing's educational background includes:
- BA, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- AM, University of Chicago
- PhD, University of Texas
Professor Ewing's research examines constitutional interpretation, political institutions, and the evolution of American federalism, with specific focus on 'equal dignity' jurisprudence and the structural relationships between liberty and equality in constitutional law. His work bridges political science and legal theory to analyze foundational principles of governance.
Recent publications demonstrate consistent thematic focus on constitutional design and federalism dynamics, particularly exploring presidential influences on federal structures and historical reinterpretations of constitutional principles. His scholarship reveals interdisciplinary methodology combining political theory, legal analysis, and historical institutionalism.
