Nicholas Long

Nicholas Long serves as an Associate Professor of Political Science in the Department of Political Science, Global Studies, Environmental Science and Policy at St. Edward's University's School of Behavioral and Social Sciences. He joined the institution in 2009 after beginning his academic career in Louisiana, teaching core courses on American political institutions, public policy processes, and contributing to general education requirements.

His educational qualifications include:

• Ph.D. in Political Science from Louisiana State University (2001)
• M.A. in Political Science from Louisiana State University (1998)
• B.A. in Speech Communication from Northeast Louisiana University (1993)

Dr. Long's research centers on congressional elections with significant secondary focus on domestic influences in foreign policy formation. His international teaching experience includes a 2012 program in Angers, France, and he actively seeks future global teaching opportunities to expand his pedagogical impact.

He provides academic leadership as faculty sponsor for Pi Sigma Alpha (the national political science honor society) and the College Democrats organization, mentoring students in professional development and civic engagement activities.