Speaker Series

The Speaker Series, a recurring highlight offered by the Department of Peace and Conflict Research every semester, is an engaging platform designed to foster intellectual exchange and broaden perspectives within our academic community. During this series, we extend a warm invitation to distinguished speakers, experts, and thought leaders who bring valuable insights and diverse experiences to the forefront. The talks are open to all university staff and students.

Spring 2025

6 FEBRUARY

Dr Juan Masullo Jimenez, University of Leiden
Title: Short-Term Security or Long-Term Stability? Evidence From Ecuador’s Security Crisis
12:15-13:45, Room 4219B, Gamla Torget 6

20 FEBRUARY

Dr Stephanie Schwartz, London School of Economics and Political Science
Title: Refugee Return Without Refoulement: Rethinking Human Rights Norms Compliance
12:15-13:45, Östromsalen, 4573, Gamla Torget 6

19 MARCH (Wednesday!)

Aksel Sundström, Associate Professor in political science at the University of Gothenburg and the PI for the Quality of Government (QoG) Data
Title: Thirsting for Women Leaders? Drought Shocks and Public Opinion in South Africa
13.15 Lewinsalen, Gamla Torget 6

3 APRIL

Dr Kevin Mazur, King’s College London
Title: Incubating Revolution: Social Networks and the Built Environment in the 2011 Syrian Uprising
12:15-13:45, Room 4219B, Gamla Torget 6

13 MAY -Postponed till autumn 2025

Dr Anders Persson
Title of talk: TBA
Time: TBA
Place: TBA

15 MAY

Dr Heba Gowayed, City University of New York, Graduate Center

Title of talk to be announced

12:15-13:45, Lewinsalen, 3576, Gamla Torget 6

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