George Floyd Trial and Media and Politics

David Schultz was named Distinguished University Professor of Political Science and Legal Studies at Hamline University in October 2020. The Distinguished University Professorship recognizes faculty members who serve with distinction and demonstrate national and international thought leadership in their field of study, with an outstanding record of achievement in research while providing relevant high-impact experiences for students. Schultz is the first faculty member to receive the title at Hamline University.
 “David Schultz’s record of accomplishment speaks for itself,” said Hamline Board of Trustees Chair Brenda Edmondson Heim '77. “He is known around the world for his expertise in the American political and judicial processes and we are fortunate to be able to give our students the benefits of that expertise. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I extend my warmest congratulations.”

A lifelong scholar, Professor Schultz holds multiple graduate degrees, including doctorates in political science and law from the University of Minnesota, an advanced post-Juris Doctor degree from the University of London and master degrees in philosophy, political science and astronomy.

As a professor in the political science department at Hamline University, he has taught classes in American politics, public policy and administration, and ethics. Schultz holds an appointment at the University of Minnesota law school and teaches election law, state constitutional law, and professional responsibility. He has authored or edited 30 books,12 legal treatises, and more than 100 articles on topics including civil service reform, election law, eminent domain, constitutional law, public policy, legal and political theory, and the media and politics. In addition to more than 25 years teaching, he has worked in government as a director of code enforcement and for a community action agency as an economic and housing planner.