Since 1993, Sharyn O’Halloran has served as Columbia University’s George Blumenthal Professor of Political Economy and Professor of International and Public Affairs. To remain abreast of industry changes, Sharyn O’Halloran belongs to several political science-based organizations, such as the American Political Science Association (APSA).

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2.  Since 1993, Sharyn O’Halloran has served as
Columbia University’s George Blumenthal Professor of
Political Economy and Professor of International and
Public Affairs. To remain abreast of industry changes,
Sharyn O’Halloran belongs to several political
science-based organizations, such as the American
Political Science Association (APSA).
Established in 1903, the APSA serves as the leading
professional organization for those in the political
science industry. With branches in 80 countries and
more than 13,000 members representing fields of
inquiry, occupational endeavors, and academia, the
ASPA allows people around the world to share their
ideas in political science, democracy, and citizenship.

3.  Additionally, the APSA hosts a convention each
year for members to network, learn, and share
information. The 2015 event, which is the
organization’s 111th, occurs September 3–6 in
San Francisco, California, at the Hilton San
Francisco Union Square, where attendees can
visit exhibits, listen to keynote speakers, and
partake in theme panels. Each event has a unique
theme, with this year’s being Diversities
Reconsidered: Politics, and Political Science, in
the 21st Century.