Program Overview

Introduction to the Center for Analytic Political Engagement

The Center for Analytic Political Engagement (CAPE) is a research center that provides students with applied experience in data and analytics related to politics and policy.

CAPE Research Assistantship

CAPE Spring Term Research Assistantship

CAPE Research Assistantships are designed to give students hands-on experience with data and analytics related to politics and policy. During the spring semester, legislative fellows are assigned to work with a political science faculty member to code, organize, and analyze data on projects that are part of the faculty member's research agenda. By the end of the research assistantship, students should have a basic understanding of how data is collected, how it is managed, and what tools are used for analysis.

Legislative Fellows Program

Legislative Fellows Program Overview

The Legislative Fellows Program is a comprehensive program that provides students with a unique opportunity to engage in politics and policy. The program includes:

• POLI 109: Legislative Simulation Course
• CAPE Legislative Bootcamp
• CAPE Legislative Internship

Research Support

Encuesta Latina

The Encuesta Latina is a research project that focuses on the political attitudes and behaviors of Latino communities.

Publications

CAPE publishes research papers and articles on various topics related to politics and policy.

Undergraduate Students

Internships for Course Credit

Undergraduate students can participate in internships for course credit, gaining hands-on experience in politics and policy.

Undergraduate Research Assistant Interest Form

Students can express their interest in working as research assistants on various projects related to politics and policy.

Political Engagement LLC

The Political Engagement LLC is a living-learning community that provides students with a unique opportunity to engage in politics and policy.

Professional Programs

Professional Certificate in California Government & Policy

The Professional Certificate in California Government & Policy is a program designed for professionals who want to gain a deeper understanding of California government and policy.

University of California, Merced

The University of California, Merced is a public research university that offers a wide range of academic programs, including engineering, natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and arts.

Academics

The university is divided into several schools and colleges, including:

• School of Engineering
• School of Natural Sciences
• School of Social Sciences, Humanities & Arts
• Ernest & Julio Gallo Management Program
• Division of Graduate Education
• Division of Undergraduate Education

Administration

The university administration includes:

• Office of the Chancellor
• Office of Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost
• Equity, Justice and Inclusive Excellence
• External Relations
• Finance & Administration
• Physical Operations, Planning and Development
• Student Affairs
• Research and Economic Development
• Office of Information Technology