Dr. Regina Branton Becomes Executive Director of the Western Political Science Association

Congratulations to Dr. Regina Branton!

The Western Political Science Association Executive Council voted to appoint Dr. Regina Branton as Executive Director for fall 2027 through fall 2030. To ensure a smooth transition, the Executive Council has asked Dr. Branton to join the council part-time as Executive Director-in-Training beginning October 1, 2026.

Founded in 1948, the Western Political Science Association is a professional organization of more than 1250 political scientists and is headquartered at Portland State University.

Dr. Branton will continue as the Marshall A. Rauch Distinguished Professor of the Department of Political Science and Public Administration.