Dr. Mariana Medina

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mariana Medina is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Michigan State University. She received her Ph.D. from Washington University in St. Louis in 2011. Prior to joining Michigan State University, she taught at Iowa State University from 2011 to 2013 and Texas Tech University from 2013 to 2016. Her teaching and research interests primarily focus on political economy, migration with a particular emphasis on high-skilled immigration policies, remittances, emigration, and immigration policy. Additionally, her research interests extend to foreign direct investment, international trade, and Latin American politics.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI

Teaching and research position focusing on political economy and migration.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Texas Tech University • Lubbock, TX

Taught courses in political science with an emphasis on migration and political economy.

Lecturer

— Present

Iowa State University • Ames, IA

Engaged in teaching political science courses.

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology