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Dr. Theodore Kamena is an adjunct instructor in the Department of Political Science at Western Washington University, where he has taught since 1996. He concurrently holds a full-time role as the Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance and Academics in the Department of Athletics. His academic contributions emphasize comparative politics, American politics, and Canadian-American studies.
Dr. Kamena’s educational background includes:
- B.A. in Political Science and Journalism, Western Washington University (1989)
- M.A. in Political Science, Western Washington University (1993)
- Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Calgary (2001)
His research interests focus on political parties and comparative institutions within comparative politics, alongside interdisciplinary studies through Western’s nationally recognized Center for Canadian-American Studies. He teaches courses such as PLSC 301 (British Parliamentary Politics) and PLSC 406 (Canadian Government and Politics), as well as the Can-Am 200 interdisciplinary Canadian-American Studies class.
Dr. Kamena has been honored with:
- 2021 Great Northwest Athletic Conference Student-Athlete Advisory Committee's (SAAC) Faculty Mentor Award
In advising and administrative roles, he ensures academic compliance for student-athletes and supports their academic success. His involvement with the Center for Canadian-American Studies highlights collaborations fostering cross-border understanding.
