Professor Dr. James Mccann

Biography

James McCann is a professor and interim head at Purdue University, specializing in Latin American Studies. He serves as the co-director of the Methodology Center at Purdue and has extensive research interests in public opinion, political psychology, electoral campaigns, and immigrant incorporation. McCann has authored and co-authored several significant publications that explore themes such as the political engagement of Latino immigrants and the effects of distress in the context of the 2016 U.S. elections. He holds a Ph.D. and an M.A. from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and a B.A. from Illinois State University. McCann has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Faculty Mentor Champion Award and the Pi Sigma Alpha Professor of the Year. He has also held visiting scholar positions at prestigious institutions like the Russell Sage Foundation and the Brookings Institution. McCann's work contributes to the understanding of the intersection between politics and various social factors, influencing both academic research and practical applications in political methodology.

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