Chris Borick 2020

Christopher Borick, professor of political science and director of the Muhlenberg College Institute of Public Opinion (MCIPO), is a nationally recognized public opinion researcher who has conducted more than 300 large-scale public opinion surveys over the past two decades. He founded MCIPO, which measures the public’s views on electoral and public policy issues with a concentration on environmental and health matters. 

Contact: [email protected], 484-664-3066

Polling Institute Staff

Christopher P. Borick
Director, Institute of Public Opinion
Professor of Political Science
484-664-3066
[email protected]

Maureen Bayraktar
Administrative Assistant
484-664-3066
[email protected]
Student Managers

Kabir Burman 

Kabir is a Sophomore from Bengaluru, India. He is double majoring in Political Science and Media & Communications, while deeply interested in everything related to Government, Law, and Journalism. In addition to his academics and role at the IPO, Kabir is president of BergVotes, Model United Nations, and the International Student Association. He is also heavily involved in The Weekly, Mock Trial, and the South Asian Student Association. 

Marissa Cohen

Marissa Cohen is a senior from Newtown, Pennsylvania. She is double majoring in political science and dance, and a member of the Muhlenberg Scholars honors program. Outside of academics and working at the IPO, she is treasurer for the Muhlenberg Dance Association and Copacetic Rhythms, and a member of Muhlenberg's pep band. She is also choreographing and performing in various dance concerts. Marissa’s academic interests include campaigns and elections, environmental policy, and public health policy.

Peri Kahn

My name is Peri Kahn and I am a sophomore here on staff at the MCIPO. I am from White Plains, New York, and I am a political science major and a math and statistics double minor. Here at Muhlenberg, I am also on the softball team where I play the infield and am a member of Head in the Game and the Women in Political Science club. Some other loves of mine are the New York Giants, my dog Axel, and cooking. I chose to come to Muhlenberg because of the strong sense of community and perfect balance between academic and athletic pursuits. Being a part of multiple communities across campus has allowed me to expand my knowledge of the world and meet my best friends. 

Adam Stone

Adam is a senior from North Jersey, majoring in History and minoring in Political Science. He is planning on going to graduate school next year for something in the realm of public policy. He is interested in pursuing a career in the intersection of data analysis and policy/social science. In addition to working at the Institute of Public Opinion at Muhlenberg, he's worked as a statistics tutor, and works as the secretary of Intramural Volleyball.