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SHAFR Summer Institute Strategic Cultures June 21-24 2026
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The Mershon Center for International Security Studies (Mershon Center) explores the human and social dimensions of complex security challenges. Through research and engagement, we reframe the big issues as we create new models for ground-level problem-solving.

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Murphy publishes case study

Teri Murphy is a co-author of the recently published case study "How Local Rituals Support Social Healing in Conflict-Affected Societies" (University of Notre Dame, 2026).

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Akin receives teaching award

Yiğit Akin, Associate Professor, Carter V. Findley Chair of Ottoman and Turkish History, received a 2026 Alumni Award for Distinguished Teaching. Ohio State’s Alumni Award for Distinguished…

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Parker receives accolades

On April 26, Geoffrey Parker, Distinguished University Professor, Andreas Dorpalen Professor of European History, and Mershon Center affiliate,…

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International Alert launches Federalization in Nepal Reports

Starting in 2023 and led by Associate Director for Peacebuilding Research Dr. Teri Murphy, the Mershon Center partnered with International Alert Nepal on a three-year research initiative examining…

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