Inaugural Bela Kornitzer Research Symposium
The Kornitzer Research Symposium features cutting-edge political science research on topics related to the life and work of Bela Kornitzer, including journalism and elite interviewing, political conflict, and democracy and democratic values in Central and Eastern Europe. The aim is to honor Noémi Neidorff's philanthropic impact at WashU while celebrating the life and legacy of her uncle Bela.
This event is free and open to the public.
Introduction
Diana Z. O'Brien, Bela Kornitzer Distinguished Professor, Washington University in St. Louis
Panel 1: War and Democracy in Central and Eastern Europe and Beyond
Carly Wayne, Assistant Professor, Washington University in St. Louis
Meg Rincker, Professor, Purdue University
Yael Shomer, Senior Lecturer, Tel-Aviv University
Panel 2: Political Communication and (Threats to) Democracy
Tiffany D. Barnes, Professor, University of Kentucky
Johanna Dunaway, Professor, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs
Taylor N. Carlson, Associate Professor, Washington University in St. Louis