Dr. Stephen Macedo

Professor

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Biography

Stephen Macedo is the Laurence S. Rockefeller Professor of Politics at Princeton University and a prominent scholar in the areas of citizenship, civic education, and constitutional theory. His notable publications include 'Liberal Virtues: Citizenship, Virtue, Community' and 'Liberal Constitutionalism.' Macedo has also explored the intersections of democracy and civic engagement in his works, including 'Diversity Distrust: Civic Education for a Multicultural Democracy' and 'Democracy at Risk: Political Choices Undermine Citizen Participation.' He has contributed to the discourse on marriage equality through co-authored works such as 'Married: Same-Sex Couples, Monogamy, Future Marriage' and the casebook 'Gay Rights and the Constitution.' Macedo has previously served as the director of the University Center for Human Values and founded Princeton’s Program in Law and Public Affairs. He is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and has held leadership positions in the American Political Science Association. His research interests encompass issues of citizenship, constitutional law, and the impact of globalization on social justice.

Research Interests

Experience

Laurence S. Rockefeller Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

Princeton University • Princeton, NJ, USA

Teaching and research in the Department of Politics.

Director

2001-01-01 — 2009-12-31

University Center for Human Values • Princeton, NJ, USA

Oversaw the development of human value studies at the university.

Vice President

— Present

American Political Science Association •

Served in a leadership role within the professional association.

President

— Present

American Society for Political and Legal Philosophy •

Led the organization and its initiatives.

Awards

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Stanley Kelley, Jr. Teaching Award

2010-01-01
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President

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Inducted

2013-01-01

Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.