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The Russian Mafia: State Power, Organized Crime, Oligarchy and Global Reach   

In this special lecture, Dr. Rabil will examine the emergence and evolution of the Russian Mafia, known as The Vory. He will trace its emergence in the gulags and criminal camps, and investigate the government role in trying to shape its domestic and international hierarchy and its parallel structure integrating oligarchs, mercenaries and state officials. He will look at its culture and survival leading up to its modern reality. Finally, he will raise questions about the state’s role in the Mafia’s alleged support of oligarchs and involvement in global affairs.

Dr. Robert G. Rabil is a professor of political science at Florida Atlantic University and a leading expert on Salafism, radical Islam, and U.S.-Arab-Israeli relations. An internationally recognized scholar, he holds a doctorate from Brandeis University and has received numerous honors, including an honorary doctorate and FAU’s Scholar of the Year award.

"As always, the professor I most look forward to hearing. Impeccable preparation and enthusiasm. Simply the best." OLLI Patron

Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture.

 
The Russian Mafia: State Power, Organized Crime, Oligarchy and Global Reach | Boca Raton Campus | Instructor: Robert Rabil, Ph.D.
12/16/2025
  • The Russian Mafia: State Power, Organized Crime, Oligarchy and Global Reach
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
    Member: $35.20
    Non-Member: $44.00
    Date: 12/16/2025
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Robert Rabil, Ph.D.

    In this special lecture, Dr. Rabil will examine the emergence and evolution of the Russian Mafia, known as The Vory. He will trace its emergence in the gulags and criminal camps, and investigate the government role in trying to shape its domestic and international hierarchy and its parallel structure integrating oligarchs, mercenaries and state officials. He will look at its culture and survival leading up to its modern reality. Finally, he will raise questions about the state’s role in the Mafia’s alleged support of oligarchs and involvement in global affairs.

    Dr. Robert G. Rabil is a professor of political science at Florida Atlantic University and a leading expert on Salafism, radical Islam, and U.S.-Arab-Israeli relations. An internationally recognized scholar, he holds a doctorate from Brandeis University and has received numerous honors, including an honorary doctorate and FAU’s Scholar of the Year award.

    "As always, the professor I most look forward to hearing. Impeccable preparation and enthusiasm. Simply the best." OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture.

     
 

The Russian Mafia: State Power, Organized Crime, Oligarchy and Global Reach | Jupiter Campus | Instructor: Robert Rabil, Ph.D.
12/18/2025
  • The Russian Mafia: State Power, Organized Crime, Oligarchy and Global Reach
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
    Member: $35.20
    Non-Member: $44.00
    Date: 12/18/2025
    Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Robert Rabil, Ph.D.

    In this special lecture, Dr. Rabil will examine the emergence and evolution of the Russian Mafia, known as The Vory. He will trace its emergence in the gulags and criminal camps, and investigate the government role in trying to shape its domestic and international hierarchy and its parallel structure integrating oligarchs, mercenaries and state officials. He will look at its culture and survival leading up to its modern reality. Finally, he will raise questions about the state’s role in the Mafia’s alleged support of oligarchs and involvement in global affairs.

    Dr. Robert G. Rabil is a professor of political science at Florida Atlantic University and a leading expert on Salafism, radical Islam, and U.S.-Arab-Israeli relations. An internationally recognized scholar, he holds a doctorate from Brandeis University and has received numerous honors, including an honorary doctorate and FAU’s Scholar of the Year award.

    "As always, the professor I most look forward to hearing. Impeccable preparation and enthusiasm. Simply the best." OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture.

     
 

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