Alison Dana Howard

Alison Dana Howard is a Full Time Faculty member at Dominican University of California, serving as Associate Professor of Political Science, Co-Chair of the Division of Public Affairs, and Director of Core Curriculum. Her academic work focuses on presidential rhetoric, political communication, and the intersection of art and politics.

Education:

• MA, Political Science, University of Oklahoma
• MA, Education, Pepperdine University
• BA, Political Science, University of California, Los Angeles

Research Interests center on presidential rhetoric, particularly the State of the Union Address, analyzing how presidents communicate policy agendas to Congress and the public. She also explores candidates' rhetorical narratives in presidential campaigns, pedagogical approaches in political science, and cultural influences on political discourse.

Scientific Awards:

• Penguin Leadership Award (Faculty Advisor of the Year), 2017
• Teacher of the Year, 2015

As a media commentator, she has been featured by National Public Radio, The SF Chronicle, NBC Bay Area, and KCBS radio. Her publications include work in PS: Political Science and Politics, American Behavioral Science, and Journal of Political Science Education.