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Aaron Hoffman

Aaron M. Hoffman


Associate Professor of Political Science

Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh
M.A. University of Pittsburgh
B.A. Columbia University

 


Curriculum Vitae
Office Hours: Spring 2013: MW 10:00-11:00; by appointment
Office: BRNG 2246
Office Phone: (765) 496-6775
Office Fax: (765) 494-0833
E-mail: ahoffman@purdue.edu
Web Site: http://web.ics.purdue.edu/~ahoffman

Specialization:

International Relations
Methodology



Courses:

Spring 2013
POL 130 - Introduction to International Relations
POL 491 - Senior Seminar: Terrorism & the Media



Research

Professor Hoffman's research focuses on bargaining and communication in matters relating to international security. Specific projects include work on terrorism and the mass media, public support for US military operations, and trust in interstate conflict.

Selected Publications

Aleprete, Jr., Michael E. and Aaron M. Hoffman 2012 "The Strategic Development of Border Areas:  Understanding Variation in Interaction Opportunity Across Land Borders" International Interactions 38:1, pp. 1-28.

Hoffman, Aaron M., Dwaine H.A. Jengeley, Natasha T. Duncan, Melissa Buehler, and Meredith L. Rees 2010 "How Does the Business of News Influence Terrorism Coverage? Evidence from The Washington Post and USA Today." Terrorism and Political Violence 22:4, pp. 559-580.

Hoffman, Aaron M. 2010 "Voice and Silence in Terrorist Campaigns." Journal of Peace Research 47:5, pp. 615-626.

Hoffman, Aaron M., Christopher R. Agnew, Justin J. Lehmiller, and Natasha T. Duncan 2009 "Satisfaction, Alternatives, Investments, and the Microfoundations of Audience Cost Models. International Interactions. 35:4, pp. 365-389.