Talebi's research interests include Islam and nation-state, violence and memory, gender and sexuality, language and metaphor, prison and incarceration in contemporary Iran.

Dr. Cook-Deegan's research interests include science policy, health policy, biomedical research, cancer and intellectual property.

Alberto Olivas is a Professor of Practice in ASU’s School of Public Affairs and directs the Spirit of Service Scholars program. Previously, he was Founding Executive Director of the Ed Pastor Center for Politics (2016–2025).

Former Director of Public Policy for NAWBO Phx, co-author of bipartisan AZ legislation, entrepreneur & globally-ranked podcast host. Leverages policy expertise & business leadership to advance economic opportunity statewide.

Pedraza examines political attitude formation and political behavior among racial and ethnic minorities in the United States, and the consequences these portend for public policy.

Jennifer is a current Master of Legal Studies candidate in Conflict Resolution at ASU's Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law. She graduated Cum Laude from ASU with a BA in Theatre/French.