Daniel Lewis

Daniel Lewis is a Professor of Political Science at Siena University (formerly Siena College) since 2022, with prior roles as Associate Professor (2017-2022), Assistant Professor (2013-2017), and Faculty Fellow at the Community Policy Institute since 2015. He earned his Ph.D. in American Politics & Public Policy from Michigan State University in 2008, following an M.A. in Political Science and B.A. in History & Political Science from the University of Wisconsin, Madison.

• Research Focus: American political institutions, state politics, direct democracy, minority/LGBTQ rights, term limits, interest groups, public opinion, and federalism.
• Teaching: American politics, public policy, political behavior, race/ethnicity politics, state/local politics.

Publications & Research Trends: His work explores interactions between direct democracy and minority rights, including transgender policy, LGBTQ inclusion, and federalism. He co-authored The Remarkable Rise of Transgender Rights (2018) and authored Direct Democracy and Minority Rights (2013).

• Scientific Awards:
  • Artinian Travel Award (2016)
  • ENACT Faculty Fellowship (2016)
  • Faculty Mentor of the Year (2016)

Professional Contributions: His career spans academic roles at Siena University and University of New Orleans, with additional experience in public relations and congressional internships. He advocates for active learning, connecting abstract concepts to real-world issues, and emphasizes public service and social justice in education.