About

Dr. Rose taught history, political science, and a religion course on Islam. Formerly a Middle East specialist for the U.S. Air Force, Dr. Rose’s research interests are Islamism and democracy.

Education

• Ph.D., Political Science, University of Pittsburgh
• M.A., National Security Affairs, Naval Postgraduate School
• B.A., Religion, Bryn Athyn College

Accomplishments

• Finished reading several library books before they were due
• Won all-expenses-paid trip to Baghdad, Iraq from US Air Force
• One of few people on the planet without Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram

Areas of Expertise/Interest

• Democracy and social capital
• Middle East studies
• Islamism