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Linda M. Trautman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Ohio University's College of Arts and Sciences, Lancaster Campus. Her academic work focuses on American politics, with a strong emphasis on representation, voting rights, and urban governance.
Research Interests:
- Legislative Representation (state and national)
- Redistricting and Political Mobilization
- Electoral Politics and Felony Disenfranchisement
- Voting Rights
- State and Urban Politics
- Legal Issues in Education
Her recent research includes a 2023 book chapter analyzing the governance of Black female mayors in Washington, D.C., and ongoing work on state-level voting laws and protest politics. She has received a microgrant to support her research on redistricting and Black political mobilization, indicating active scholarly engagement in critical areas of democratic participation.
Scientific Awards:
- Microgrant for new research on Redistricting and Black Political Mobilization
Dr. Trautman teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in American politics, legislative processes, state politics, and legal issues in education. She advises on political science research and contributes to public discourse through media engagements such as the 'Last Word' segment with OHIO News. There is no indication of part-time status or retirement, and she appears to be an active, full-time faculty member.
