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James Robinson

Transformational Scholar, Institute Director, Nobel Laureate

Faculty profile
James A. Robinson, Nobel Laureate (2024) and Institute Director of The Pearson Institute, examines economic and political institutions in societies fractured by conflict in his research.

Initiatives & Partnerships

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James Robinson

Nobel Economics Prize Awarded to Professor James A. Robinson

In the News
Professor James A. Robinson of the Harris School of Public Policy is awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics.

Illinois officials battle misinformation to protect integrity of November election

In the News
The city of Chicago takes steps to bolster voter confidence in election security.

The Harris Society

Alumni and friends who give annually to Harris provide pivotal resources to drive our mission.

New Harris Public Sector Scholarship Aims to Give Career Boosts to Government Professionals

News
The Harris School of Public Policy has introduced the Public Sector Scholarship Initiative to support professionals with at least three years of experience in the U.S. public sector who seek an advanced degree.
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War Games

Radio Harris
There's a calculus to factional conflict, Professor Ethan Bueno de Mesquita finds—and it's challenging the conventional wisdom about violence.

A Conversation with Harris Public Policy Dean Ethan Bueno de Mesquita

Alumni, Special Events
Join fellow alumni and friends to welcome Ethan Bueno de Mesquita, AB'96 into the deanship of the Harris School of Public Policy.

A Conversation with Harris Public Policy Dean Ethan Bueno de Mesquita - Washington, DC

Alumni, Special Events
Join fellow alumni and friends to welcome Ethan Bueno de Mesquita, AB'96 into the deanship of the Harris School of Public Policy.
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Student Profile: Eltjana Plaku, MPP Class of 2026

Student profile
“I want to leverage my advanced analytical skills and expertise gained at the University of Chicago to support business growth while striving for positive social impact and a sustainable future.”

It’s getting tougher to find moderates among elected officials. Harris research sheds light on why they decline to run.

Research
Anthony Fowler and William Howell research why moderate candidates do not run and find its due current polarization and worries about the likelihood of making lasting, impactful change.

The Border Within by Tara Watson

Admissions, Alumni, Students, Special Events, Visiting Speakers
Join Williams College Professor Tara Watson for a panel discussion about her book, The Border Within.