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John Klemanski is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at Oakland University, where he has served continuously since 1985. He has held significant leadership roles including Department Chair (2004-2007), Acting Chair (1998-1999), and MPA Director/Graduate Adviser (1988-1996, 2003-2004). His expertise spans state and local government, urban politics, campaign finance, election administration, and nonprofit management, with over 30 publications including six books. Recognized with multiple teaching and research awards, he actively contributes to academic discourse and public policy evaluation.
His educational foundation includes:
- Ph.D. in Political Science from Wayne State University (1985)
- M.P.A. in Public Administration from Wayne State University (1974)
- B.A. in Political Science from the University of Michigan (1973)
Professor Klemanski's research examines urban governance dynamics, campaign finance systems, and election administration with a strong Michigan focus. His work analyzes brownfield redevelopment patterns, judicial election trends, and comparative urban regimes across U.S. and U.K. contexts. He investigates how campaign contributions influence legislative elections and how land use policies shape urban development, emphasizing practical governance implications for policymakers and practitioners.
His publication trajectory reveals evolving scholarly priorities: early work concentrated on campaign finance and legislative elections, while recent scholarship emphasizes judicial elections, election administration, and land use challenges. This progression demonstrates consistent engagement with Michigan's political landscape while addressing broader themes in political science and public administration, particularly regarding institutional responsiveness to urban development pressures.
His accolades include:
- Leverhulme Fellowship from Cranfield University (England)
- Multiple Department of Political Science Merit Awards for Research and Teaching
- Two Oakland University Faculty Recognition Awards (2000, 2004)
As an educator, Klemanski teaches across American politics, public administration, and state/local government curricula. He has directed the MPA program, advised the OU Democrats student organization, and served on numerous university committees including the Academic Conduct and Assessment Committees. His external evaluation work for school districts, nonprofits, and courts demonstrates applied expertise in program assessment and policy implementation.
He is affiliated with Oakland University's Public Affairs Research Laboratory (PARL) and maintains active membership in the American Society for Public Administration and American Evaluation Association, contributing to professional discourse through manuscript reviews and conference participation.
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