Dr. Eric Mcdaniel

Professor

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Biography

Eric McDaniel is a Professor in the Department of Government at the University of Texas at Austin. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois. His research focuses on the intersection of race and religion, particularly how these factors influence the American political landscape. McDaniel's book, "Politics Pews: Political Mobilization Black Churches," provides insights into why Black churches choose to engage in the political arena. His recent work, co-authored with Irfan Nooruddin and Allyson Shortle, titled "Everyday Crusade: Christian Nationalism in American Politics," explores the implications of Americans believing that the nation is God's chosen country. His current projects investigate the political social consequences of religious beliefs and examine the role of religion in shaping health behaviors and policy attitudes. Prof. McDaniel has published extensively in several academic journals and has written opinion pieces for national outlets.

Research Interests

Courses

Comparative Groups Nations Black Church Afr Amer Polit American Government-Wb Compar Racial Ethnic Polit American Government-Honors

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.