Summer 2026 · Gifted Gabber
Political Science Research Program
for High School Students
Conduct individual research in political science under expert university faculty.
Potential Areas of Research
Energy Law & Policy
Renewable Energy Transition
Environmental Justice
International Energy Law
Legislative Studies
Congressional Dynamics
Politics & Gender
Political Legitimacy
Democratic Theory
Political Philosophy
Husserlian Phenomenology
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Free · No commitment · 30 minutes
7
Program Tracks
8
Research Sessions
5
Writing Sessions
2
Defense Sessions
4k+
Word Paper + Conference Presentation
Fully Flexible — You Set the Schedule
This is an entirely 1-on-1 program. All sessions — research with your chosen professor, writing with the Creative Writing Expert, and mentorship deep dives — are scheduled directly between the student and their mentor at mutual convenience. No fixed days or times.
Choose Your Track
Three expert mentors. One research direction.
Students select one research track — and are matched with the corresponding university faculty mentor. All tracks follow the same 7-track program structure.
Track A
Energy Law & Policy
Assistant Professor of Law
University of Houston Law Center
University of Houston Law Center
Track B
Legislative Studies & Political Behavior
Associate Professor of Political Science
Stevens Institute of Technology
Stevens Institute of Technology
Track C
Political Philosophy & Democratic Theory
Assistant Professor
University of Mary / College of Charleston
University of Mary / College of Charleston
Is this right for you?
This program is for you if…
Your student checks at least one of these boxes:
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They're aiming for top political science, public policy, pre-law, or international relations programs — and want original research to differentiate their application.✓
They're genuinely interested in how energy law, legislative behavior, or political philosophy shapes societies and governments.✓
They want to conduct original research alongside an expert university professor — not just write essays about politics.✓
They want something real on their college application: a published paper, a thesis defense, and a faculty Letter of Recommendation."A Published Paper, a Thesis Defense, and a Professor's Letter of Recommendation are the three most powerful things a high school student can have on a college application."
What students achieve
Here's exactly what your child will walk away with
Over 12–15 weeks at a pace that fits the student's schedule, they move from zero research experience to a completed, reviewed, and defended political science paper — guided by an expert university faculty mentor and a professional Creative Writing Expert.
4,000+ Word Research Paper
A completed, publication-ready political science paper — reviewed and approved by your chosen faculty mentor.
Oral Thesis Defense
Students present their findings to a faculty panel and answer expert questions — just like real graduate researchers.
Faculty Letter of Recommendation
From your research mentor. Automatically triggered when the paper earns its Stamp of Quality.
Journal & Conference Submission
Guided abstract writing and submission to political science journals and academic conferences worldwide.
Curriculum
The 7-track roadmap to publication
Every track is purpose-built. Together they take students from "I have an idea" to "I have a published paper" — on a fully flexible, 1-on-1 schedule.
Track 1
Political Science Research — The PI Method
📅 Flexible · Student & Professor Convenience
Introduction to Political ResearchSurvey of political science sub-disciplines; how to read and evaluate political science and policy literature.
Research Question & Theoretical FrameworkIdentify a research gap; develop a testable question; build the appropriate theoretical lens for the chosen track.
Track Deep Dive IFoundations of the chosen track — Energy Law, Legislative Studies, or Political Philosophy — with the faculty mentor.
Track Deep Dive IIAdvanced concepts, key debates, and primary sources relevant to the student's specific research question.
Literature Review & MethodologySynthesize academic sources; select qualitative or quantitative methodology; build the evidence base.
Data Collection & AnalysisGather primary and secondary sources; apply chosen methodology; interpret and organize findings.
Policy Implications & ContributionSituate findings in broader policy and academic debates; articulate the paper's original contribution.
Full Paper Review & Defense PrepComplete paper review with faculty mentor; strengthen argument; prepare for oral thesis defense.
Track 2
Technical Writing & Publication
📅 Flexible · Student & Creative Writing Expert
The BlueprintSection-by-section outline of the paper; argument arc and evidence mapping.
The FrameworkDraft the hypothesis and introduction that justifies the study and previews the structure.
The NarrativeTranslate methodology and findings into clear academic prose with appropriate citations and evidence.
The ConclusionSynthesize findings, revisit the research question, and connect results back to the broader literature.
Full Draft PolishEnd-to-end revision: voice, citations, abstract, and journal formatting for submission.
Track 3Presentation Mastery & Thesis Defense
Visual StorytellingDesign professional slides and evidence charts that communicate political science findings to a faculty panel.
The Capstone Oral DefenseLive defense before a faculty panel — present findings and respond to expert questioning under pressure.
Track 4
Private 1-on-1 Mentorship
📅 Flexible · Student & Professor Convenience
PI Deep Dive IPrivate session with the faculty mentor on research topic, methodology, and preliminary findings.
PI Deep Dive IIFollow-up to review the paper draft, sharpen the argument, and finalize the thesis defense approach.
Track 5The Creative Writing Pod — Stamp of Quality
DraftingWork 1:1 with a Pod Creative Writing Expert on every section of the paper.
Internal ReviewPod Expert checks the full draft against GG's professional academic writing standards.
Final ApprovalLead Creative Writing Expert gives the formal Stamp of Quality — paper is publication-ready.
LOR TriggeredStamp of Quality automatically triggers the faculty Letter of Recommendation.
Unlimited EditingExpert feedback on every revision until the paper is definitively publication-perfect.
Track 6Research Internship
Mentor New ResearchersHigh-performing graduates return as Research Interns — mentoring the next cohort and building leadership credentials.
Track 7Academic Conference Strategy
Abstract Writing & Journal SubmissionGuided support to write and submit abstracts to political science conferences and peer-reviewed journals worldwide.
Who teaches this
Meet the faculty
Students are matched with one of three expert faculty mentors based on their chosen research track.
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Track A
Track A
Mentor A — Energy Law & Policy
Assistant Professor of Law · University of Houston Law Center
Specializes in Oil & Gas economics, Renewable Energy & the Energy Transition, Environmental Justice, International Energy Law & Sanctions, and U.S. Energy Law & Regulation. Brings both legal and economic perspectives to energy policy research — a rare combination that produces uniquely compelling papers.
Energy LawRenewable EnergyEnvironmental JusticeInternational Sanctions
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Track B
Track B
Mentor B — Legislative Studies & Political Behavior
Associate Professor of Political Science · Stevens Institute of Technology
Specializes in Political Behavior, Congress & the Presidency, Legislative Studies, Politics & Gender, and Energy Economics. Published in Legislative Studies Quarterly, Political Science Research and Methods, and The Journal of Gender Studies. Brings quantitative methods and real legislative data to student research projects.
Legislative StudiesPolitical BehaviorCongress & PresidencyPolitics & Gender
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Track C
Track C
Mentor C — Political Philosophy & Democratic Theory
Assistant Professor · University of Mary / College of Charleston
Research bridges political theory and philosophical phenomenology — covering political legitimacy, authority, liberal democratic theory, and Husserlian phenomenology. Guides students through rigorous philosophical methodology, helping them produce papers that engage seriously with foundational questions in political thought.
Political LegitimacyDemocratic TheoryPolitical PhilosophyPhenomenology
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Creative Writing Expert
PhD in Literary Studies (In Progress) · MA in Literature · BA in English · College Professor since 2013
Published researcher and author. Expertise in academic writing, qualitative research, cultural studies, and literary analysis. Guides students to find their scholarly voice and write with precision, clarity, and genuine authority.
Academic WritingResearch PublishingScholarly Voice
⏱ Why you need to act now
Each mentor takes only a limited number of students per cohort. Spots across all three tracks are strictly capped.
3Expert mentors
Summer 2026Program window
12–15 wksProgram duration
LimitedSpots per track
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How does a student choose their track?
During the free call, we help match the student's interests and goals to the right track — Energy Law, Legislative Studies, or Political Philosophy. We make a recommendation, but the student chooses.
Do students need prior political science experience?
No. Curiosity and an interest in politics, policy, or philosophy is all that's needed. The faculty mentor builds the academic foundation alongside the research project.
How does flexible scheduling work?
After enrollment, the student and professor connect directly to agree on a recurring schedule that works for both. The same applies for writing sessions with the Creative Writing Expert. No fixed days or times — built around your student's life.
How does this help my child's college application?
A published political science paper, a thesis defense, and a professor's Letter of Recommendation from expert university faculty are among the most powerful credentials a high school student can hold. Very few applicants have any of these.
Do you guarantee the paper gets published?
We don't guarantee publication — no one can. We do guarantee every student finishes a submission-ready paper with full guided submission support and a faculty review.
Is there support between sessions?
Yes. WhatsApp group for parents, Discord for students, and Program Coordinators, Research Interns, and Coach Jo available anytime via WhatsApp, Discord, email, or phone.