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@DHSgov Emeritus Center of Excellence @UofMaryland studying causes & consequences of terrorism around the world. Home to @GTD_UMD @T2V_UMD @IWCAG_UMD @UWT_UMD.

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Today, we pause to remember those who gave everything for something bigger than themselves. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Wishing everyone a meaningful Memorial Day as we honor the fallen and their loved ones.
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Maryland public high schools: ICONS full catalog of 25 interactive simulations is FREE through 2026–27. Students practice crisis response, negotiation & decision-making on real-world issues. Maryland private schools & homeschools: reduced rates. Details: go.umd.edu/2b9t
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Please join us in congratulating our instructor, Max Erdemandi, on defending his dissertation. Max has taught a variety of START courses, from online terrorism to research methods. Congratulations, Dr. Erdemandi!
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Terrorism and Targeted Violence (T2V) in the U.S.
Over the weekend, a former employee drove an explosives-laden vehicle into the Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland, Oregon. According to investigators, the vehicle contained 20 propane tanks and 10 explosive devices, most of which failed to detonate (opb.org/article/2026/0…) 1/
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Elena Akers first joined START as an intern in fall 2020 and is now a full-time researcher studying radicalization and its real-world impacts. In this spotlight, she shares what’s driving her work and what’s next. Read the spotlight: go.umd.edu/2avo
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New brief: “Terrorism & Targeted Violence (T2V) in the U.S.: Workplace Violence.” T2V data show 271 premeditated workplace violence events (Jan 1, 2023–Dec 31, 2025). Nearly 70% were successful—102 deaths and 109 injuries. Explore the brief & key findings: go.umd.edu/2aof
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The T2V database provides policymakers, practitioners, and researchers with data on violent events in the U.S. and its territories that affect public safety and/or the security of critical infrastructure and community services. Learn more: start.umd.edu/t2v/faq/
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▶ 54.2% of recorded plots occurred in 2023–2024 ▶ 45.8% occurred in 2025 alone ▶ Nearly 80% of plots in the dataset targeted government officials
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In light of Saturday’s assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, it’s important to highlight a troubling rise in assassination plots in the United States. What the Terrorism and Targeted Violence in the United States (T2V) database shows (2023–2025) ⤵️
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We are excited to share START’s latest #MOOC on @Coursera, “Breach From Within: Introduction to Insider Risk and Threats,” led by Dr. Steve Sin. This course brings a human-centered perspective often missing from traditional security education. Enroll here: go.umd.edu/29zs
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Meet Brandi Gronczniak, START’s instructional designer at the @UofMaryland, who found her professional calling here and now helps shape our innovative learning experiences. See how she uses new technology to build engaging, learner-centered courses. go.umd.edu/29o2
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Meet Dr. Richard Chasdi, the newest instructor in START’s Graduate Programs in Security and Terrorism Studies at @UMDGradSchool. In this spotlight, he shares his professional journey, career advice, and forecast on emerging threats. Read the spotlight: go.umd.edu/29co
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Join START on Thursday for an info session and discover how our fully online graduate programs through the @UMDGradSchool can help you advance your academic or professional path in security and terrorism studies. Register for the online info session: go.umd.edu/28zd
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