Dr. Amanda Kennard

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Amanda Kennard is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Stanford University, where she also holds the position of Center Fellow, courtesy of the Woods Institute for the Environment. Her academic work focuses on the interplay between politics, climate change, and global governance, utilizing a range of quantitative methods and game theory to analyze these complex issues. Kennard completed her Ph.D. in Politics at Princeton University and holds an M.S. from Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, alongside a B.A. from New York University. Throughout her career, she has been involved in various teaching roles, sharing her expertise with students through courses such as POLISCI 51N, POLISCI 111, and POLISCI 354, and acts as an advisor for master’s and doctoral programs. Her contributions to the field ensure a strong engagement with critical contemporary challenges in political science and environmental studies.

Research Interests

Courses

POLISCI 51N POLISCI 111 POLISCI 319 POLISCI 410C POLISCI 153 POLISCI 354 POLISCI 410A

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.