QSS Presentations at APSA 2024

The 120th Annual Meeting & Exhibition of the American Political Science Association (APSA) took place from September 5-8, 2024, in Philadelphia, PA. The event brought together political scientists, scholars, and practitioners from around the world to share insights, debate pressing issues, and present cutting-edge research. Among the participants were faculty and students from the Program in Quantitative Social Science (QSS.

U.S.-Skepticism and Misinformation in the 2024 Election

Herbert Chang, Assistant Professor of Quantitative Social Science, presented research on a timely topic: U.S.-Skepticism: Transnational Misinformation in the 2024 Presidential Election. Chang's work delves into how misinformation originating outside the U.S. has shaped public opinion leading up to the 2024 election, reflecting concerns about foreign interference and its impact on voter behavior. His presentation covered topics on media, democracy, and election integrity.

U.S. and China Relations: A Conjoint Analysis

Professor Yusaku Horiuchi, Professor of Government, the Mitsui Professor of Japanese Studies, and a member of the QSS Steering Committee, presented his research on American Support for the Possible Cross-Strait Crisis: Conjoint Analysis. Horiuchi's work explored how Americans view the possibility of a conflict between China and Taiwan, using conjoint analysis to dissect the factors influencing public support for U.S. intervention.

Roundtable on Election Administration

Professor Michael Herron, the Remsen 1943 Professor of Quantitative Social Science and Chair of QSS, participated in a roundtable on Current Questions in Election Administration, alongside other experts from APSA's Election Assistance and Policy (EAP) Committee. Herron's panel addressed contemporary challenges in election administration, including issues like voter registration, election security, and the management of polling locations.

Student Research Spotlight

Tracy Weener '26, an undergraduate QSS major, had the opportunity to present at APSA, showcasing collaborative research with Professor Herbert Chang. Weener's presentation, titled Conjoint Analysis of the 2024 Taiwanese Presidential Election, examined voter preferences and attitudes toward candidates in Taiwan's last election. Her work highlights how QSS fosters meaningful student engagement in high-level research and provides opportunity for students to contribute to academic conversations.