Nicholas Ladish
Nicholas Ladish
Ph.D. in Public Administration, West Chester University
neladish@fhsu.edu
(316) 312-5681
Educational Background:
Bachelors Degree: Political Science, Fort Hays State University
Master's Degree: Political Leadership & Public Service, Fort Hays State University
Doctoral Degree: Public Administration, West Chester University
Certificate: Grant Writing & Program Evaluation, Fort Hays State University
About Nicholas:
Hello, my name is Dr. Nicholas Ladish and I am a Political Science professor for FHSU Online. Prior to teaching, I worked as a Regional Field Director for a U.S. Senate campaign, and as a Field Director & Campaign Advisor on two U.S. Congressional campaigns. Outside of politics and education, my interests include music (I am a songwriter and play 5 instruments: guitar, drums, bass, piano & trombone), Kansas City Chiefs football, and Kansas City Royals baseball. I am a father to two boys. My sons and I enjoy traveling, camping, amateur astronomy, gaming, and jamming on our many instruments.
Classes Taught:
American Government (both 8 & 16 week classes)
Interest Groups and Lobbying
Political Behavior
Everyday Politics: Serving the Greater Good
Urban Politics
Media Politics
State & Local Government
Political Communication
Research Interests:
Voter behavior in campaigns & elections, political socialization in the United States, impact of educational funding in state & local school districts, campaigns & elections,
The role of media and its influence in both campaigns & legislating.