Biography

Marc Schwerdt joined the Lipscomb political science faculty in 2004. His research has concentrated on perceptions of public service in children’s literature and has been published in peer-reviewed journals Social Science Quarterly and Politics and Policy. He is a member of the American Political Science Association and the current treasurer and former president of the Tennessee Political Science Association. Professor Schwerdt is a frequent commentator and analyst for local news and provides consulting services to campaigns and media outlets. He is a sponsor of the LU College Democrats and LU College Republicans and co-sponsors the political science honor society, Pi Sigma Alpha.

Academic Degrees

• Ph.D., Political Science, University of Tennessee
• M.A., Political Science, University of Alabama
• B.A., Political Science, Lipscomb University

Academic Department

History, Politics & Philosophy