International Affairs Speaker Series

“Politics and Protest in Contemporary Iran”

presented by

Idean Salehyan

Professor of Political Science, University of North Texas
Executive Director, Peace Science Society (International)
Co-Director, Social Conflict Analysis Database project

The 1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran created a distinctive political system, blending elections with powerful unelected institutions. This lecture traces how that system emerged, how it works in practice, and why it has been so resilient. We will examine major waves of popular protest and how the state has survived widespread dissatisfaction with theocratic rule. By situating current events in historical context, the talk highlights what is at stake for the Iranian people and the future of the region.

WHEN:

Friday, February 27, 2026
10:00-11:00 am

WHERE:

Baldwin Hall
Punaro Room (480)
355 S. Jackson Street
Athens, GA
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