Dissertation Defenses

Doctoral Dissertation Announcement

Candidate: Craig Korpela

Degree of: Doctor of Philosophy

Department: Public Affairs and Administration

Title: The Cover-Up is More Damaging than the Sin: Sexual Scandals at the Cabinet and Sub-Cabinet Levels

Committee:
Dr. Matthew S. Mingus, Chair
Dr. Barbara Liggett
Dr. Wilson Warren

Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2006 2:00pm to 4:00pm Walwood Hall, Emeriti Lounge

Abstract: Based on the sex scandals of Alexander Hamilton, John Eaton, Sumner Welles, and Henry Cisneros, this model suggests the general course of scandals involving future indiscreet Cabinet and sub-cabinet secretaries.  Garnered from these historical cases and other scandal literature are factors that impact the development of a sex scandal.  Presidential support, public opinion, legal matters, and efforts to cover-up the indiscretion are just a few of the factors that could impact the tenure of an appointee.