Elizabeth Cohn

Dr. Elizabeth Cohn is an Assistant Professor at American University's School of International Service, specializing in U.S. foreign policy and Latin America. Her research focuses on U.S. promotion of democracy in the region and pedagogical innovations in teaching.

• PhD, American University

Research Interests: Dr. Cohn explores the intersection of U.S. foreign policy, democratic governance in Latin America, and educational methodologies. She has designed curricula and led workshops on teaching practices.

Scientific Awards:

• 2025 SIS Outstanding Faculty Mentoring Award
• 2021 SIS Outstanding Faculty Mentoring Award
• 2018 William Cromwell Award for Outstanding Teaching
• 2016 F. Gunther Eyck Award
• 2015 Milton and Sonia Greenberg Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Award
• 2014 Ann Ferren Curriculum Design Award
• 2012 SIS Outstanding Teaching Term Faculty Award

Dr. Cohn serves as SIS Faculty Coordinator for Teaching and Student Learning (Fall 2013) and was an AU Center for Teaching Research & Learning Faculty Fellow (2018-2019).