Ross E. Burkhart

Ross E. Burkhart is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at Boise State University, where he has served since 1998 with office location in Environmental Research Building 5133. His research focuses on cross-national democratization patterns, Canada-US borderlands, environmental policy, and political culture, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals in democracy and environmental sustainability.

Dr. Burkhart earned his Ph.D. from the University of Iowa and has held visiting positions at the Norwegian Technical and National University in Trondheim. His academic journey reflects deep engagement with North American political systems and comparative democratization processes.

His research portfolio spans democratization theory, US-Canada environmental relations, and border community dynamics, evidenced by publications in top journals like American Political Science Review and Journal of Borderlands Studies. Recent work (2019-2023) emphasizes election forecasting, cross-cultural perceptions, and pedagogical approaches to Canadian politics.

Dr. Burkhart's scholarly impact includes:

• Book: Turmoil in American Public Policy: Science, Democracy, and the Environment (2010)
• 33 research outputs including articles on French elections, Kazakhstan-US relations, and Canadian border communities
• 5 university awards recognizing teaching excellence and student service

He maintains active scholarly engagement through conference presentations and media contributions, with no current information available regarding graduate student advising or dedicated research laboratories.