Robert Allen 
Professor | Tulane University
New Orleans, LA, UNITED STATES
Robert is an expert in the fields of security, intelligence and law enforcement.
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Biography
Robert has a significant work history in security, intelligence, and law enforcement. His experience includes service in the United Nations Police Mission in the Balkans and the State Department's Diplomatic Security Mission in Israel. Also, previous military deployments to Afghanistan in support of the International Security Assistance Force for Operation Enduring Freedom and Iraqi in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Inherent Resolve. He also served in Afghanistan as an Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection advisor to the Other Government Agency's (OGA) classified program. His law enforcement experience includes service with the Jefferson Parish District Attorney and Sheriff's Office and the Port of New Orleans and Slidell Police Departments. He served as the Law Enforcement Intel Officer for the United States Marine Forces North and is currently the Deputy Inspector General for the United States Marine Corps Reserve and Marine Forces South. Robert is also the Director of Operations of Public Affairs for the LA Army National Guard.
Robert has received his Associate's Degree in Intelligence Operations Studies from Cochise College in Arizona. He graduated from Loyola University (La.) with a Bachelor's Degree with a major in Social Science and a minor in Criminal Justice. Also, he has completed a Master's Degree in Business and Organizational Security Management at Webster University in Missouri.
Areas of Expertise (6)
Military Policies
Law Enforcement
Security Management
Emergency Management
Intelligence and Counter Intelligence
Anti-Terrorism and Force Protection
Accomplishments (1)
John Percy Dyer Award for Teaching Excellence (professional)
2018-01-29
The John Percy Dyer Award is awarded to faculty who have distinguished themselves in the classroom, laboratory, studio and performance theatre.
Education (2)
Webster University: M.A., Business/Organizational Security Management
Loyola University: B.A., Social Science/Criminal Justice
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Media Appearances (7)
Protecting your children while they are online
WUSA90 online
2018-09-25
Security specialist and Tulane University Adjunct Professor Robert Allen joins Eyewitness Morning News to talk about how to protect your children online.
How to Spot a Suspicious Package
4WWL online
2018-10-26
Security and Terrorism Expert with Tulane University, Robert Allen, has all the signs that you should look for when it comes to suspicious packages.
Talking to your child about school safety
WDSU 6 online
2018-08-13
School is back in session and now is the time to talk to children about safety. Some of the advice from safety experts include talking about school safety procedures with children, creating safety plans with children and keeping an open dialogue with children and school administrators.
How effective are bulletproof backpacks
4WWL online
2018-08-07
How effective are bulletproof backpacks?
Local security expert says random nature of Austin bombings is 'scariest part'
FOX 8 online
2018-03-20
The first three bombs were inside packages and left on doorsteps, but the latest device was left on the side of the road and was triggered by a trip wire. Unlike the previous explosions, the latest victims were two white men. "Totally random, totally indiscriminate. That's the scary part," said Robert Allen, a Tulane University professor of domestic and international terrorism. Allen says he's very concerned by what's happening in Austin. "This is extremely dangerous. I think this guy, I don't think he's impulsive, but I think he is very methodical, I think he's very intelligent i.e. Ted Kacinski, the Unabomber. He's not dumb in any sense of the word," said Allen...
Police Response to Active Shooting
4WWL online
2018-02-15
Tulane professor Robert Allen talks about how police are responding to these active shooter situations, and how their tactics have changed since columbine in 1999.
Addressing Security Concerns at Large Events
4WWL online
2017-10-03
The Las Vegas mass shooting brings up the issue of gun control but also of safety at large events. Tulane professor of domestic and international terrorism Robert Allen talks about securing outdoor concerts and hotels...
Research Focus (6)
Mass Causality Events
Church leaders debate security after Texas mass shooting
2018-08-23
Church leaders debate security after Texas mass shooting.
Mass Causality Events
French Quarter shooting raises questions about a bystander's role
2017-05-31
Robert Allen, a military and law enforcement veteran with decades of experience and now a professor at Tulane University's School of Emergency and Securities Studies, says those not qualified to intervene shouldn't. "That's a very tough judgment call because there are people who want to get involved and do the right thing and help and then there's people who don't want to get involved and step back and start videoing things," Allen said.
Mass Causality Events
Escape, survival would have been 'nearly impossible' without Capitol Police
2017-06-14
Rep. Steve Scalise's police detail prevented what could have been a massacre in Virginia Wednesday morning.
Terrorism Incidents
Motive behind NYC terror attack remains unclear
2017-11-01
Tulane security expert surprised vehicle attack hasn't happened sooner in U.S.
Active Shooters
Addressing Security Concerns at Large Events
2017-10-03
The Las Vegas mass shooting brings up the issue of gun control but also of safety at large events. Tulane professor of domestic and international terrorism Robert Allen talks about securing outdoor concerts and hotels.
Active Shooters
NOPD doesn't believe I-10 shootings are related as concerns rise
2017-07-10
But as some take caution or avoid I-10, we spoke with Robert Allen for insight. Allen spent years as an investigator for several police agencies across the country; he now teaches at Tulane University's School of Emergency and Security Studies. "It's quite a coincidence that you've had that many over a timeline," he said.
