Political Science Faculty

Martin Slavens

Biography

Martin Slavens practiced law in his hometown of San Diego before moving to Bowling Green with his family in 2011.  Prior to law school, he completed a graduate degree in East Asian Languages and Cultures, with a focus on Mandarin Chinese language and modern Chinese literature, and then served as an Academic Professional in the Center for East Asian and Pacific Studies at UIUC.  

Education

• M.A. – East Asian Languages and Cultures, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
• J.D. – University of Illinois College of Law

Courses Taught

• POLS 1710 - Introduction to Comparative Government
• INST 2000 - Introduction to International Studies
• POLS 3470 - Judicial Process
• POLS 3660 - Governments and Politics of Asia
• POLS 4160 - Constitutional Law: Powers and Relationships
• POLS 4180 - Constitution Law: Substantive Rights
• POLS 4240 – Supreme Court: Contemporary Issues
• POLS 6890 - Public Service Internship