EXPERTS ADVISORY

Bombings in the heart of Europe have stoked new fears of terror attacks. The self-proclaimed Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the blasts at an airport and subway station in Brussels.

Experts at the University of Michigan are available to discuss the bombings:

Julia Sonnevend, assistant professor of communication studies, researches coverage of major media events. Her current book project, “Stories Without Borders: The Making of a Global Iconic Event,” explores practices of transnational storytelling and the making of global iconic events.

Contact: 734-936-2535, [email protected]

Mark Tessler, professor of political science, conducts public opinion surveys throughout the Middle East and studies attitudes toward political Islam. He will soon be releasing a book on the subject. Tessler also co-directs the Arab Barometer Survey project.

Contact: [email protected]

Melvyn Levitsky is a professor of international policy and practice at the Ford School of Public Policy. A retired U.S. ambassador, Levitsky’s research interests include security and international crime.

Contact: 734-615-4262, [email protected]