Meet the SIS Faculty

The School of International Service’s world-renowned faculty includes leading political scientists, economists, sociologists, anthropologists, demographers, geographers, historians, and experts in international development, global health, communications, energy, and the environment.

Our faculty produce transformational research and prepare more than 3,000 graduate and undergraduate students for global careers in government, nonprofits, and business.

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Akbar Ahmed Distinguished Professor and Ibn Khaldun Chair of Islamic Studies SIS | Peace, Human Rights & Cultural Relations

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Keith Darden Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Politics, Governance & Economics SIS | Politics, Governance & Economics

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Daniel Esser Associate Professor SIS | Global Inquiry

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Jason Rancatore Professorial Lecturer SIS | Global Inquiry

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Earl Anthony Wayne Hurst Senior Professorial Lecturer and Distinguished Diplomat in Residence SIS | Foreign Policy & Global Security

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