Susan Jellissen

Susan Jellissen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Belmont University's College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, where she has been a faculty member since Fall 2007.

Her scholarly expertise lies in the fields of International Relations, Comparative Politics, Political Violence and Terrorism, and the politics of both Europe and the Middle East. Her research focuses on conflict dynamics, political instability, and regional governance in the Middle East, as well as broader patterns of terrorism and political violence in comparative perspective.

Dr. Jellissen earned her Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, building on an undergraduate background in Finance with a B.S. from the same institution. Her interdisciplinary training informs her analytical approach to political systems and international security.

While no publications or scientific awards are listed in the provided text, her long-standing academic position and area of specialization suggest sustained engagement with critical global political issues. She contributes to the academic community through teaching and mentorship in political science.

She advises students in political science and may be involved in research initiatives related to global conflicts and security studies, though specific grants or projects are not mentioned. Her office is located in Ayers 2072, and she can be reached at susan.jellissen@belmont.edu.