People
Leadership Team
Alexander B. Downes
Director (on leave, 2024-25)
Alexander B. Downes (Ph.D., University of Chicago, 2004) is Associate Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at the George Washington University.
Downes has published on a variety of subjects in international security, including civilian victimization, foreign-imposed regime change, military effectiveness, democracy, coercion, and solutions to civil wars.
Michael E. Brown
Acting Director, Professor of International Affairs and Political Science
Michael E. Brown is a Professor of International Affairs and Political Science at George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs. He was Dean of the Elliott School from 2005 to 2015.
Faculty
Meet our esteemed faculty, a dedicated group of scholars and educators who lead cutting-edge research and provide mentorship across a range of academic disciplines.
Predoctoral Fellows
Our predoctoral fellows are emerging scholars engaged in advanced research as they prepare for careers in academia and beyond, contributing fresh perspectives to our intellectual community.
Visiting Scholars
Visiting scholars bring unique expertise and global perspectives, collaborating with faculty and students during their residency to enrich academic discussions and research initiatives.
GW Ph.D. Students in Residence
Our GW Ph.D. students in residence are engaged in intensive research while actively participating in the academic life of the institution, benefiting from mentorship and collaborative opportunities.