Aaron Hoffman

Aaron M. Hoffman is Professor of Political Science at Simon Fraser University, specializing in terrorism, counterterrorism, and international security. His research examines media-terrorism dynamics, U.S. foreign policy, and trust-building in conflict.

Education includes:

• BA, Columbia University
• MA, University of Pittsburgh
• PhD, University of Pittsburgh

Research focuses on terrorism media coverage, political communication, and experimental methods in conflict resolution. Recent work analyzes how economic pressures affect news narratives about terrorism and the psychological impacts of prolonged media exposure.

Awards include teaching excellence recognition and research prizes. Extensive graduate supervision includes over 20 PhD and MA students in terrorism studies and political communication.