Mark Angelson

Mark Angelson is an Adjunct Professor of Mergers and Acquisitions at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. He currently serves as Chair of the Institute of International Education (IIE), overseeing global educational exchange programs like Fulbright Scholarships, and Chair of the Public Interest Declassification Board. Previously, he held senior roles including Deputy Mayor of Chicago, CEO of RR Donnelley, and leadership positions in Canadian public companies and investment firms. Angelson is a member of prestigious organizations such as the Council on Foreign Relations, the Pilgrims, and a Life Trustee at Northwestern University.

Education: Graduated from Rutgers College (Phi Beta Kappa) and Rutgers Law School. Awards include honorary doctorates and the Harold Hines Award.

Research interests focus on international legal frameworks, national security policy, and institutional rebuilding of global academic systems. His collaborations with Dr. Allan Goodman address scholar rescue and academic restoration post-conflict.

He played a pivotal role in recruiting Rutgers' 21st president via board committees. Current affiliations include the Executive Office of the President (2022-2025) and nomination as U.S. Ambassador to Norway by President Biden.