Bruce Oppenheimer
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WATCH: Expulsion Explained: Precedence and Aftermath of the Tennessee Three
The Tennessee Legislature has recently garnered national attention with the attempted expulsion of three state representatives—and the eventual expulsion of Rep. Justin Jones and Rep. Justin Pearson. The Vanderbilt Project on Unity & American Democracy will host a virtual event on Thursday, April 13, at noon to discuss the broader historical, political and spiritual context and to explore legislative effectiveness at the state level and the potential long-term impacts of last week’s events. Read MoreApr 12, 2023
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Winter classes at Vanderbilt Osher Lifelong Learning Institute range from military history to the art of Tai Chi
Strategic challenges in U.S. military history, unpacking the 2020 election and the reduction of stress through Tai Chi are among the topics offered by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt for winter 2021. The noncredit classes are open to all those age 50 and older. Read MoreNov 16, 2020
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Olympics and Judaism subject of Sports and Society event with political scientist Bruce Oppenheimer Jan. 31
Exploring the intersection of the Olympics and Judaism is the focus of a Jan. 31 lecture hosted by the Sports and Society Initiative and featuring Bruce Oppenheimer, professor of political science. Read MoreJan 22, 2019
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Mars, Kissinger, jazz among rich topics for Vanderbilt Osher fall term
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt will offer fall classes about life on Mars, the 2018 midterms, American gun culture, and an Oz Arts production on human connections to the environment. Read MoreAug 17, 2018
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Vanderbilt expert on what to expect when you’re expecting a government shutdown
Congress has given itself until Dec. 22 to produce a new budget, but Bruce Oppenheimer, professor of political science, says that's not a guarantee that a deal will be made. Here's what he's going to be watching for. Read MoreDec 7, 2017
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Election 2016: Bruce Oppenheimer, 10.19.16
This Osher Lifelong Learning course will examine the upcoming 2016 elections from every angle. We will look at the effects of political advertising as well as the changing art of political polling in an era when people avoid taking surveys. We will examine the potentially historic effects this election might… Read MoreOct 19, 2016
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Robert Birkby, a Vanderbilt student favorite, has died
Vanderbilt is mourning the death of political science professor Robert H. Birkby, a popular teacher and respected administrator. Read MoreMar 15, 2016
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Congress in danger of losing relevancy as presidents work around it
By obstructing most legislation President Obama sends its way, Congress has weakened rather than exercised its power, says a Vanderbilt University political expert. Read MoreJan 28, 2016
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Vanderbilt expert: Corker taking judicious approach toward Iran
Media Note: Vanderbilt has a 24/7 TV and radio studio. The studio is free for Vanderbilt experts, other than reserving fiber time. More information » Bruce Oppenheimer U.S. Sen. Bob Corker of Tennessee is working to protect congressional prerogative on any nuclear agreement with Iran while avoiding the… Read MoreApr 8, 2015
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Maraniss returns to teach at Vanderbilt during spring 2015 semester
Two lucky classes--on the Vietnam War and political biography--will get instruction from Pulitzer Prize-winning author David Maraniss in the spring. Read MoreNov 12, 2014
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Vanderbilt experts can speak about election results
John Geer, Marc Hetherington and Bruce Oppenheimer of Vanderbilt University are available to comment on the Nov. 4 election. Read MoreNov 5, 2014
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No surprise: Women worked behind the scenes to secure agreement
Alan Wiseman's research shows that women lawmakers, particularly ones in the minority party, are more effective than their male counterparts when it comes to negotiating and getting things done--as they did to end the government shutdown. Read MoreOct 17, 2013
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TIPSHEET: Vanderbilt professor calls government shutdown ‘policy extortion’
Political scientist Bruce Oppenheimer is available to talk about the government shutdown. Read MoreOct 1, 2013
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TVA privatization might benefit consumers, expert says
If the Tennessee Valley Authority goes private, utility customers could benefit if risks and incentives are better aligned than under the current approach, according to a Vanderbilt law professor. The prospect of selling off the public utility has been raised by the Obama administration in a call for a strategic review. Read MoreApr 15, 2013
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Viability of possible TVA sale in question
The Obama administration launched a “modest shot across the bow” with a call for a strategic review that includes consideration of a possible sale of the Tennessee Valley Authority, according to Bruce Oppenheimer, professor of public policy and education at Vanderbilt University. Read MoreApr 11, 2013
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Writer David Maraniss to teach at Vanderbilt during spring 2013 semester
Famed writer David Maraniss will co-teach a course, Presidential Biographies, next semester, and also a Commons seminar for first-year students, Reading and Writing about Sports and American Life. Read MoreOct 30, 2012
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Decode the election at Vanderbilt’s Saturday University
Saturday University, designed to help adults rediscover the joy of education, will focus on the November elections during sessions Oct. 13 and 20. Read MoreSep 13, 2012
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VUCast: How we kill innovation
This week on VUCast, Vanderbilt’s weekly newscast highlighting research, experts, students, sports and everything Vanderbilt: Six ways we kill innovation without even trying ElectionVU expert analyzes the GOP frontrunner Commodore baseball players show their best side [vucastblurb]… Read MoreNov 21, 2011
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Battle royale for Republican nomination
The long list of Republican presidential candidates continue to duke it out in the debates. Soon they will be heading to the earlier than usual primaries in January 2012. Professor of Political Science Bruce Oppenheimer says things are still looking good for Mitt Romney. View 2012 election expertise information… Read MoreNov 3, 2011
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State of the Union: Vanderbilt experts available for analysis
Vanderbilt experts are available to comment on the State of the Union address. Read MoreJan 24, 2011