community Experts

William Luther, Ph.D.

Associate ProfessorFlorida Atlantic University

William Luther, Ph.D., is an expert in monetary economics and macroeconomics.

Joseph Lennon, PhD

Emily C. Riley Director of Irish Studies; Associate Dean, International and Interdisciplinary Initiatives | College of Liberal Arts and SciencesVillanova University

Joseph Lennon, PhD, is an expert in Irish hunger strikes, India and Ireland relations and contemporary Irish issues.

Mia Moody, Ph.D.

Professor & Past Department ChairBaylor University

Nationally recognized expert on mass media representations of people of color, women & other underrepresented groups

Andrea Paras

Assistant Professor, Department of Political ScienceUniversity of Guelph

Professor Andrea Paras specialises in the ethics of international humanitarianism, with a special interest in religion and politics.

Susan Chapman

LecturerLoyola Marymount University

Yoga studies lecturer specializing in yoga therapy, Vedic education and the health applications of yoga.

Lauren Smart

Clinical Assistant Professor of JournalismLoyola Marymount University

F.E. "Jack" Putz

Distinguished ProfessorUniversity of Florida

Frances "Jack" Putz applies science to real-world problems related to ecosystem management and conservation.

Lisa J. Merlo

ProfessorUniversity of Florida

Dr. Lisa Merlo’s research focuses on mental health, well-being and professional fulfillment among healthcare professionals.

Regina Rahimi

ProfessorGeorgia Southern University

Regina Rahimi research is focused on issues of gender and sexuality in education and middle and high school drop outs.

Ryan McManamay, Ph.D.

Associate ProfessorBaylor University

Spatial ecologist that studies human-environmental systems in order to balance ecosystem and societal needs.