The Center for Analytic Political Engagement (CAPE) supports research at multiple levels by fostering meaningful opportunities for both students and faculty. CAPE provides graduate student researcher appointments that enable advanced students to contribute to ongoing political science research while developing their own academic expertise. The center also engages undergraduate students as research assistants, offering hands-on experience in data collection, analysis, and policy-focused inquiry. Additionally, CAPE has supported a range of projects in collaboration with our affiliate faculty, advancing research that addresses civic engagement, policymaking, and underrepresented voices in the San Joaquin Valley and beyond.
