Phillip M. Ayoub

Phillip M. Ayoub is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Drexel University. He previously served as a Visiting Researcher at the WZB Berlin Social Science Center's Research Department 'Global Governance.' His research focuses on international norm diffusion, minority rights, and social policy in Europe. He holds a PhD in International Relations/Comparative Politics from Cornell University, alongside master's and bachelor's degrees from the University of North Carolina and University of Washington.

• Education:
• PhD Candidate, Cornell University (2007–Current)
• MA in Political Science, UNC Chapel Hill (2004–2005)
• BA in International Studies, University of Washington (2001–2003)
• Research Interests: European integration, marginalized minorities, legislative change, and labor force participation in Germany and Sweden.

His work has been supported by prestigious fellowships, including the Alexander von Humboldt and Fulbright awards. He has presented at major conferences like the International Studies Association and Midwest Political Science Association, focusing on topics such as protest repression and female labor dynamics in Europe.

• Awards:
• Fulbright for EU Dissertation Research (2011)
• Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship (2010–2011)
• Professional Activities:
• Academic reviewer for Mobilization journal
• Former Graduate-Faculty Liaison at Cornell University