Farhang Rajaee

Farhang Rajaee is a Professor of Political Science and Humanities at Carleton University, specializing in political theory with a focus on non-Western traditions, particularly Modern Political Thought in Islam. He holds a BA from the University of Tehran, MA from the University of Oklahoma, and PhD from the University of Virginia. His research focuses on identity, the human condition, and the interplay between Western/non-Western political thought.

• Education:
• BA in Political Science, University of Tehran (1975)
• MA in Public Administration, University of Oklahoma (1977)
• PhD in Foreign Affairs, University of Virginia (1983)

His research explores themes such as globalization’s impact on civilization, morality in international relations, and political thought in Islamic contexts. Recent works address Iranian identity, Arab political thought, and ancient Eastern political ideas. He currently teaches in both the Humanities Program and Department of Political Science, co-teaching core courses while advancing projects on 'Performing Human; Civility and Civilization' and a Persian text on 'Civilizational Governmentality.'

His career includes roles as Research Professor at the Iranian Academy of Philosophy, Visiting Professor at Shawnee State University, and fellowships at St. Antony’s College (Oxford) and Zentrum Moderner Orient (Berlin).