Prof. Murray has specialized in terrorism and violent extremism within the United States for two decades. Her deep-seated expertise is complemented by a diverse background that bridges government, politics, and academia, positioning her as a key figure in instructional, policy-making, and research domains. One of Prof. Murray’s most recent and significant contributions is her co-authored expert testimony for The United States House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, marking her as a pivotal voice in the discourse surrounding the events of that day.

Her early ventures into governance and politics are marked by her tenure as a legislative staffer for the North Carolina General Assembly, where she played a pivotal role in dissecting complex issues and aiding policy formation. In the classroom, she has illuminated the minds of undergraduate and graduate students across various subjects, including sociology, criminology, conflict management, international relations, and an in-depth focus on terrorism studies.

Outside the lecture halls, she extends her expertise as a research fellow at the renowned Khalifa Ihler Institute, where she contributes to in-depth studies aiming to understand and counteract radicalism and extremist behaviors. Moreover, she serves as the research and data lead for Glitterpill LLC, where she leverages data-driven insights to address multifaceted issues related to her field of expertise while supporting the private sector in taking action against extremist abuses of tools, platforms, and services.

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