Neil Chaturvedi, a political science professor at Cal Poly Pomona, has been appointed Editor-in-Chief of the Political Research Quarterly, the official journal of the Western Political Science Association.
POMONA, CA – Neil Chaturvedi, a professor of political science at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, has been appointed as the Editor-in-Chief of Political Research Quarterly, the official journal of the Western Political Science Association.
The association announced the formation of its new nine-member editorial board in late April, with Chaturvedi at the helm.
Political Research Quarterly is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research covering all aspects of politics, making it a significant platform for scholars in the field.
In addition to his editorial role, Chaturvedi serves as the director of the Weglyn Endowed Chair in Multicultural Studies at Cal Poly Pomona. His research interests encompass various facets of American politics, including Congress, the presidency, voting behavior, and race and ethnic politics.
Chaturvedi is the author of the book Life in the Middle: Marginalized Moderate Senators in the Era of Polarization. His scholarly work has been featured in prominent publications such as The Hill, The Washington Post, and the Sacramento Bee, in addition to several academic journals.
Since joining the faculty at Cal Poly Pomona in 2015, Chaturvedi has taken on various leadership roles, including serving as Interim Associate Dean for the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences. He was promoted to full professor and appointed as director of the Weglyn Endowed Chair in 2024.
His appointment as Editor-in-Chief is expected to enhance the journal’s reputation and contribute to the ongoing discourse in political science, according to India-West.