Dr. Gregg Bucken Knapp

Biography

Gregg Bucken-Knapp is a Professor in Public Administration at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in migration and integration within a broad policy and administrative context. He obtained his Ph.D. from George Washington University in 1999. His research interests encompass various aspects of migration integration, and he has authored significant publications including a recent graphic novel titled "Messages Ukraine," which explores the diverse experiences of Ukrainians during the full-scale Russian invasion. Bucken-Knapp has contributed to numerous academic articles and monographs, focusing on issues such as local welcoming policies for EU migrants and the role of discursive governance in migration. He has also actively participated in international cooperation initiatives in higher education, particularly with universities in Eastern Partnership countries and Russia. His teaching and research efforts have been supported by multiple prestigious funding agencies, including the U.S. Fulbright Foundation and the Swedish Research Council. He plays a vital role in leading training modules on migration integration and coordinates significant summer school programs at the university. Bucken-Knapp's work demonstrates a commitment to advancing scholarly discourse around migration and integration challenges in various socio-political contexts.

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