I hold a PhD in Political Science from the University of North Texas (2021). My research interests center on the modern scientific project and its relationship to religion and political life.

Stella Rouse is the director of the Hispanic Research Center and professor in the School of Politics and Global Studies. Her research examines how identities inform representation, political behavior, and participation.

Shirvin Zeinalzadeh is an expert in Middle Eastern security and diplomacy, with an emphasis on nuclear negotiations. His current work looks at collective action, and what pushes protestors to move from 'Tweets to Streets'.

Retired soldier, lawyer