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Andy Baker is a Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and a member of the Cornerstone Integrated Liberal Arts Faculty. Previously, he served as Professor and Chair of Political Science at the University of Colorado Boulder. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin–Madison (2001) and a B.A. from Valparaiso University (1994). His research focuses on how economic interests and interpersonal communication shape political attitudes and voting behavior, particularly in Latin America. He has authored three books, including the award-winning Persuasive Peers: Social Communication and Voting in Latin America (2020).
Educational Background:
- Ph.D., Political Science, University of Wisconsin–Madison, 2001
- M.A., Political Science, University of Wisconsin–Madison, 1995
- B.A. with Honors in Political Science, Valparaiso University, 1994
Research Interests:
Baker’s work explores comparative politics, international political economy, and Latin American politics. He investigates topics such as social communication networks, labor informality, electoral behavior, and the impact of economic policies on public opinion. His research often employs quantitative methods and field experiments, with a focus on empirical analysis of voter decision-making and policy preferences.
Selected Honors and Awards:
- APSA Political Networks Section Best Book Award (2021)
- Mitchell Seligson Prize (2017)
- Teacher of the Year, University of Colorado Boulder (2014)
Grants and Funding:
Baker has secured grants from the National Science Foundation, USAID, and the Norwegian Citizen Panel, among others, supporting research on topics like racial paternalism in foreign aid, labor informality, and political economy dynamics in Latin America.
Teaching and Service:
In addition to his research, Baker teaches courses on comparative politics, Latin American politics, and global development. He has been a visiting professor at the University of Brasília and Sciences Po Bordeaux. He serves as a reviewer for numerous journals and is a member of the editorial board for Latin American Politics and Society.
Labs and Collaborations:
Baker collaborates with institutions like the Institute of Behavioral Science (University of Colorado Boulder) and has conducted fieldwork across Latin America. His datasets are publicly available on Harvard Dataverse, supporting replication and further analysis.
