Robyn M. Linde

Dr. Robyn M. Linde is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at Rhode Island College. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota, an MA from the University of Delaware, and a BA from Indiana University. Her teaching focuses on global politics, human rights, and international nongovernmental organizations.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., University of Minnesota
  • M.A., University of Delaware
  • B.A., Indiana University

Dr. Linde's research examines intersections of international human rights, child governance, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and climate justice. Her work analyzes how marginalized communities influence global policy, particularly through UN mechanisms and grassroots activism.

Her recent publications explore topics like Ukrainian children's art in militarized contexts, UN governance with affected communities, and critical climate justice education. These works emphasize participatory frameworks and challenge traditional power structures in international relations.

Dr. Linde advises students on courses related to global politics, including:

• POL 203 Global Politics
• POL 240 Model United Nations
• POL 269 International LGBTIQ+ Rights
• POL 303 International Law and Organization
• POL 344 Human Rights