Ken Goldstein:
Office Hours, a half hour weekly talk show on the Big Ten Network, is hosted by University of Wisconsin-Madison professor Ken Goldstein. The show is produced by University Communications and the guest selection, research, and writing is done by Goldstein’s upper level political science class Political Communication: Theory and Practice.
Goldstein said working on the show is a valuable experience for the students.
“The students understand that this is the real deal,” Goldstein said. “They make the show come together and get to learn about what happens behind the scenes in a studio. They have to research and write under pressure, sometimes over a commercial break, and then they immediately get to see their hard work pay off.”
In addition to the students working on the show, Goldstein said it is a success because of the cooperation and support of Amy Toburen, the director of University Communications, and Peter Kleppin, who coordinates the University of Wisconsin’s BTN programming.
“Amy has gone above and beyond helping the political science department combine classroom teaching with real world experience,” Goldstein said. “Peter is simply a pro. He has been able to teach the students about all the different stages of production while producing a high quality television program. The two of them and all the professional staff behind the scenes have really made the show succeed.”
The show brings in guests from all across the University of Wisconsin campus to talk to them about what they are doing to make a difference, from unlocking the DNA of the common cold to investigating stem cells.
Goldstein said Office Hours reminds him of all the amazing work happening on the University of Wisconsin campus.
“We could never run out of topics to do on the show,” Goldstein said. “There is so much happening on this campus that everyday advances are being made somewhere. Hopefully the show can help share these talented individuals and their discoveries with people outside of Madison.”
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University of Wisconsin-Madison professor Ken Goldstein is nationally known for his unbiased political analysis making him a favorite source and guest on the major networks. He brings an extensive background as a political pundit and media contributor to the table as host of Office Hours, a weekly talk show on the Big Ten Network highlighting and engaging UW-Madison’s leading faculty and researchers.
Goldstein received his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan in 1996 focusing on American politics and research methodology. He is the author of Interest Groups, Lobbying, and Participation in America (Cambridge University Press) and Campaign Advertising and American Democracy (Temple University Press), has written various book chapters and has published numerous articles in journals including in The American Journal of Political Science, The Journal of Politics, Public Opinion Quarterly, Political Science and Political Communications.
Goldstein’s background in journalism includes working for the PBS show Charlie Rose, appearing on Newshour with Jim Lehrer, Nightline, ABC World News Tonight, NBC Nightly News, CBS Evening News, FOX News Channel, MSNBC, CNBC and CNN and NPR. He is frequently quoted nationally, especially in election season, and has worked on network election night coverage in every U.S. federal election in the last 20 years.
Goldstein also serves as the director of the Wisconsin Advertising Project, the UW News Lab, and the Mosse/Weinstein Center for Jewish Studies. He is on the Board of Overseers of the National Elections Study, the University of Wisconsin Athletic Board and the University of Wisconsin Social Studies Divisional Committee.
Asad Asad:
Asad is a senior studying Political Science and Spanish at the University of Wisconsin. Hailing from Milwaukee, his research interests center on immigration policy, international politics, and social policy. After graduating in May 2011, he hopes to enter graduate school to pursue a doctorate in sociology. Also important: Asad enjoys watching Queen Latifah movies.
Carly Carmel:
Carly is a senior from Olympia Fields, Illinois, double majoring in political science and communication arts. She has worked with various organizations, such as Encore! Studio for the Performing Arts and the Feingold Senate Committee, around Madison promoting their goals through public relations initiatives and community outreach programs. After graduation she hopes to persue a career in public affairs or strategic political communications.
Paige Hellin:
Paige is a Senior from Orono, Minnesota studying political science and journalism. She has worked as a marketing intern for the Wisconsin Alumni Association and serves as the vice president for program administration for the Wisconsin Union Directorate. After graduation, Paige plans on pursuing a career in either public relations or advertising.
Kari Krajewski:
Kari is a senior majoring in Journalism and Political Science. After graduation, she hopes to work in communications and policy research in Washington, DC. She plans to eventually attend graduate school to earn her MPP.
Nicholas Lyell:
Majoring in Economics, Political Science, and Latin American Studies, Nick hopes to use his knowledge in applications of development economics. He plans on attending graduate school after a short break to do Peace Corp. service.
Steven Olikara:
Steven is a sophomore from Brookfield, Wisconsin studying political science and environmental studies. On campus, he serves as the Diversity Chair in student government and is involved in starting a new sustainability initiative. Steven is also an avid musician and radio DJ.
JMax Pulchalsky:
Max is a junior from Madison, Wisconsin studying political science and music. He serves on the DLS committee that brings prominent speakers to campus and interns for Senator Russ Feingold. After graduation, he plans on starting a non-profit community organization.
Allyson Stavis:
Allyson is a Junior from Larchmont, New York majoring in Political Science and Gender & Womens Studies. She currently serves as a Justice on the Greek Judicial Board, and is a member of the Chi Omega Sorority. After graduating college, she plans on attending law school in the hopes of becoming a litigator.
Dana Vielemetti:
Dana is a senior from Mequon, Wisconsin majoring in political science and psychology. On campus she works as a research assistant in a cognitive neuroscience lab and serves as an editor for the Journal of Undergraduate International Studies. After graduation, Dana hopes to teach English abroad before returning to the U.S. for graduate school.
Jeff Ziegler:
Jeff is a junior majoring in Political Science and Scandinavian Studies. He is studying abroad in Denmark and hopes to return to live there after graduation. Jeff identifies with William Faulkner when he states, "The man who removes a mountain begins by carrying away small stones."
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