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WVU experts available to discuss issues related to terrorist attacks in Paris and Beirut
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – As investigations into the terrorist attacks in Paris and Beirut move forward, several West Virginia University faculty members are available to discuss issues related to terrorism, the civil war in Syria/global refugee crisis, and homeland security concerns.
Scott Crichlow, chair of the WVU Department of Political Science, specializes in U.S. foreign policy and Middle Eastern politics. He can be reached at 304.293.3198 or by email at [email protected]
Rusty Russell is the research program coordinator at the WVU Research Office and has expertise in homeland security issues, critical infrastructure, as well as the training and preparedness of first and emergency responders. He can be reached at 304.293.5037 or by email at [email protected]
Lawrence Nichols is a professor of sociology and anthropology who teaches on the sociology behind terrorism, including causes and socio-cultural contexts as well as future trends. He can be reached by calling 304.293.5801 or email at [email protected]
Joshua Woods is an associate professor of sociology. His research has focused primarily on the social and psychological responses to terrorism and other perceived threats. He studies the social construction of terrorism, the political rhetoric and media coverage associated with the threat, the public’s elevated worries about the danger and the effect of these concerns on social attitudes, beliefs and behaviors. He can be reached at 304.293.8843 or by email at [email protected]
James Friedberg from the WVU College of Law offers expertise in international law, including the law of war, human rights law and United Nations law. He can be reached at 304.293.7400 or by email at [email protected]
Karen Culcasi, associate professor of geography, has been working with Syrian refugees in Jordan for two years. She has documented the daily and long-term challenges of displacement. She can be reached at 304.293.0383 or by email at [email protected]
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