Andrew Latham

Professor Andrew Latham is a Professor of Political Science at Macalester College, where he teaches courses in international relations and security studies. He maintains significant external affiliations as a Non-Resident Fellow at Defense Priorities, a Senior Washington Fellow at the Institute for Peace and Diplomacy, a Contributing Editor at 19FortyFive, and an Opinion Contributor for The Hill and RealClearDefense.

His educational background includes a BA (Honours) from York University, Toronto; an MA from Queen's University, Kingston; and a PhD in Political Science from York University, Toronto.

Latham's research centers on international security, strategic studies, and political thought, with deep expertise in war, geopolitics, grand strategy, and the historical evolution of the international system. His work bridges medieval and contemporary analysis, focusing on great power competition (U.S.-China-Russia dynamics), NATO and transatlantic security, nuclear deterrence, sovereignty, and military strategy across historical periods. He connects theoretical frameworks with practical policy implications through rigorous historical engagement.

As an educator, he mentors undergraduate students in international relations, emphasizing critical analysis of global security challenges. His public intellectual contributions span major media outlets including BBC, CNN, The Guardian, Foreign Policy, and War on the Rocks, where he provides expert commentary on defense policy and geopolitical trends.