Kathiann M. Kowalski is the author of 25 books and approximately 600 articles on social policy, history, science, and other topics. Social studies plays a part in her life in everything from local community activities to traveling to different parts of the United States and other countries. She is also active in several groups that focus on different cultures, foreign policy, and social issues. Kathi studied political science at Hofstra University and graduated from Harvard Law School. She practiced law for 15 years before turning to journalism.