About the Center
The Francis and Kathleen Rooney Center for the Study of American Democracy examines politics and policy making in the United States—leaving Notre Dame’s distinctive imprint on the study of American democracy. With a grounding in Notre Dame’s Catholic mission, the Center facilitates research on the critical issues facing America’s democratic system, and encourages Notre Dame’s students to be engaged in both civic and political life. > More
Featured Event
Rooney Center Inaugural Conference
The Rooney Center for the Study of American Democracy will host its inaugural conference this October 4-6, 2009. The conference, titled “The Change Election? The 2008 Presidential Election and the Future of American Politics,” will feature leading scholars from Notre Dame and other universities across the country. > More
