Main Responsibilities of an Assistant Professor of Political Science at California Lutheran University
Kiku's main responsibilities as an Assistant Professor of Political Science at California Lutheran University center around "students and what it is that they need," encompassing teaching, mentoring, and advising, alongside departmental organization and curriculum development. The position also involves a robust research agenda focusing on "religion and politics, um, and also race politics," with Kiku actively involving students in their research projects.
Teaching, Mentoring, Curriculum Development, Research, Higher Education
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Kiku Huckle
Assistant Professor of Political Science
California Lutheran University
Western Washington University, 2000
MATS - George Fox Evangelical Seminary; MA - Political Science, Villanova; MA and PhD Political Science - University of Washington
Spanish & Other Languages, Political Science, American Studies
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Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Student Athlete
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1. Teaching and mentoring students are primary responsibilities.
2. Involvement in departmental organization, curriculum development, and service meetings.
3. Conducting research on religion and politics, and race and politics, often involving students in the process.
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What are your main responsibilities within your current role?
I'm currently a professor of political science at California Lutheran University. As a small liberal arts college, my primary responsibilities focus on students, which includes teaching, preparing classes, and mentoring and advising.
I'm also heavily involved in the organization of the department. This involves deciding on class offerings and whether our curriculum needs changes. We also have service meetings.
Additionally, I conduct research. Even at a liberal arts college, all professors are expected to pursue their individual research agendas. My research explores religion and politics, as well as race politics.
I try to involve students in my research. This past summer, three students worked with me on research projects, and I also conduct research independently. This involves writing, data collection, and presenting at conferences. However, my primary responsibilities revolve around my students and their needs.
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