Politics of Race and EthnicityPRE
Institute of Politics program hosting weekly discussions with local leaders, politicians, academics, and organizers on race, ethnicity, and politics.
- Joining
- ApplicationFirst-years eligible
- When
- Usually recruits in fall and spring
About
Established in 2014, the Politics of Race and Ethnicity (PRE) program serves as the principal space within the Institute of Politics to explore the intersection of race, ethnicity, and politics. PRE is a welcoming space where members can learn from their peers' experiences and engage with others in areas of like-minded interest. These conversations highlight a myriad of topics, such as minority political engagement and representation, moral versus career aspirations, immigration reform, health policy, criminal justice and reform, and the makeup of current political systems.
How to join
- Application — A written application, often followed by interviews.
What they do
- Weekly discussions with local leaders, politicians, academics, and organizers
- Weekly speaker series
- Working with a local nonprofit organization in the field of race, ethnicity, and politics to promote and assist its initiatives
Mission, in their words
A welcoming space where members can learn from their peers' experiences and engage with others in areas of like-minded interest.
Sponsors & partners
Institute of Politics
More links
- IOP program pageHarvard directory
Sources
- Politics of Race and Ethnicity (PRE) | The Institute of Politics at Harvard UniversityHarvard page · seen Oct 29, 2026
- Programs | The Institute of Politics at Harvard UniversityHarvard page · seen Oct 12, 2026
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