Focus on Faculty
Eric C. Sands knows a lot about humor. You can see that in the courses he teaches on political parties, American political thought, American political development, constitutional law, and Tocqueville. And you can see that in his research, most recently with an essay on Abraham Lincoln’s use of humor. Sands holds a B.A. in Political Science from Hampden-Sydney College and an M.A. and Ph.D. in Government from the University of Virginia. His book, American Public Philosophy and the Mystery of Lincolnism, has recently been published by University of Missouri Press. A master teacher, Dr. Sands is also a dedicated mentor, involved in multiple student life activities, including serving as an advisor for the Student Government Association, the SGA Budget and Finance Committee, KCAB, the College Republicans, and the Churchill Society. He also serves as the Pre-Law Advisor and the advisor for the Legal Studies Minor. |
Student Spotlight
Jacque Smith, a Senior Government and Philosophy double major, is interested in all things political, especially political philosophy. She is currently working on her Honors thesis, which will examine a case on the docket for the Supreme Court in a Tocquevillian light. As one of Berry’s busiest students, she is on the Women’s Running team and is a Bonner Scholar, as well as the Senior Class President. She has been accepted to several law schools and plans to do legal work in the nonprofit sector after law school. |
