James Keagle

Dr. James Keagle is a Professor at the Eisenhower School of the National Defense University (NDU). A retired USAF Colonel, he served 26 years in military roles including senior strategist, Provost of NDU (1997–2006), and Dean of the UAE National Defense College (2013). He holds degrees from the USAF Academy, University of Pittsburgh, and Princeton University (PhD, 1982). His expertise spans political science, national security strategy, international relations, robotics, and AI.

Education:

• Bachelor’s (2nd in class), USAF Academy (1974)
• MA, University of Pittsburgh (1975)
• MA and PhD, Princeton University (1981–1982)

Research Interests: Focuses on geopolitical strategy, military technology (drones, AI), and conflict resolution. His recent work addresses the intersection of social media and modern warfare.

Awards:

• Defense Superior Service Medal
• Legion of Merit
• Purple Heart
• Armenian Military Cooperation Medal
• Armenian Medal of Gratitude
• Honorary Doctorate (Romania’s Military Technical Academy)

He has authored/co-authored books and articles on national security, including a recent publication on professional military education and emerging technologies.