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Mary Kate Schneider serves as Lecturer of Political Science and Director of Global Studies at Loyola University Maryland, a position held since 2015. Her interdisciplinary research bridges political science and peace studies with fieldwork expertise in post-conflict regions.
Her academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Government and Politics, University of Maryland
- M.A. in Political Science, Lehigh University
- B.A. in Political Science and B.S. in Psychology, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Schneider's work critically examines institutional design, identity politics, and peacebuilding mechanisms in conflict-affected societies. Her Western Balkans research focuses on youth engagement in post-war reconciliation, while recent East Africa studies explore cross-regional conflict dynamics. This scholarship integrates qualitative field methods with theoretical frameworks from political sociology and international relations.
Her publication record centers on combatant disengagement processes, analyzing decision-making pathways from rebellion to civilian life. These studies reveal how structural constraints and personal agency interact during demobilization, contributing to broader understandings of transitional justice and reintegration.
Her research has been recognized through competitive funding:
- Fulbright Research Grant (2013-2014) for Bosnia-Herzegovina fieldwork
- American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) Grant
- IREX Grant
As Global Studies Director, she oversees curriculum development and likely mentors undergraduate researchers. Her grant-funded projects facilitate international collaborations with Balkan and East African institutions, producing policy-relevant insights for peacebuilding practitioners while maintaining rigorous academic standards.
