Christopher Butler

Christopher Butler is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of New Mexico. His academic journey includes a PhD from Michigan State University (2000) and MA (1995) from the same institution, following a BA cum laude from the University of Rochester (1994).

Research interests span multiple domains:

• Understanding political conflict mechanisms
• Exploring international relations dynamics
• Applying positive political theory frameworks
• Analyzing human rights issues
• Studying civil war patterns
• Investigating sexual violence in political contexts
• Developing game-theoretic models
• Utilizing computer simulations for conflict analysis

Recent publications demonstrate expertise in diverse methodologies:

• Security Forces and Sexual Violence (2007) - Quantitative conflict analysis
• Assessing Power in Spatial Bargaining (2007) - Game theory applications
• Prospect Theory and Coercive Bargaining (2007) - Behavioral political economy
• The Conflict Behavior of Authoritarian Regimes (2004) - Comparative institutional analysis

Honors and awards include:

• Journal of Peace Research Article of the Year Award (Honorable Mention)
• Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grants Selection Committee Chair
• Graduate School Dissertation Completion Fellowship from Michigan State University
• Induction into Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

Professional service encompasses extensive peer-review work, conference chairmanship, and committee memberships across major political science associations.