John N. Paden
John Naber Paden (* 1937 ) is an American political scientist . One of the main areas of research are Muslim subcultures in Nigeria .
Paden studied Philosophy (BA) at Occidental College and received his MA in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from Oxford University as a Rhodes Scholar . He then earned a Ph.D. in Political Science from Harvard University .
At Northwestern University , he directed the Center for African Studies. In Nigeria he was Professor of Public Administration at Ahmadu Bello University and Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences at Bayero University.
He holds one of the Robinson Endowed Professorships at George Mason University .
Publications
- Postelection Conflict Management in Nigeria: The Challenge of National Unity . George Mason University, 2013.
- United States Institute of Peace (Ed.): Faith and Politics in Nigeria: Nigeria as a Pivotal State in the Muslim World . 2008.
- Muslim Civic Cultures and Conflict Resolution: The Challenges of Democratic Federalism in Nigeria . 2005 ( brookings.edu ).
Web links
- http://robinsonprofessors.gmu.edu/about/john-paden/
- America Slams the Door (On Its Foot): Washington's Destructive New Visa Policies
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Paden, John N. |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Paden, John Naber |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American political scientist |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 1937 |