Vince Hopkins

Vince Hopkins is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Faculty of Arts. His research focuses on democratic theory, federalism, public policy, and quantitative methods. He teaches courses on introductory politics, comparative politics, and research methods.

• Education: Ph.D., Simon Fraser University
• Affiliations: Department of Political Science, UBC

His research interests include experimental and causal inference methods, migration policy, public management, and survey research. His work combines quantitative approaches with applied policy analysis, addressing topics such as voter behavior, policy design, and institutional dynamics.

Recent publications explore administrative burden in social policies, immigration policy impacts, and behavioral insights in public policy. His methodological contributions include advancements in dynamic panel models and Monte Carlo simulations.

• Awards: No awards explicitly listed

Dr. Hopkins is involved in teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, with courses emphasizing empirical research methods and political analysis. His work bridges theoretical political science with practical policy evaluation, contributing to debates on governance and democratic engagement.