Mark Chapin Johnson

Mark Chapin Johnson is a Professor at Chapman University's Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. With a multifaceted career bridging entrepreneurship, politics, and academia, he brings practical insights into his teaching and research on American and Middle Eastern politics, congressional decision-making, and energy policy.

• Bachelor of Arts, Chapman University
• Master of Science, The Claremont Graduate University
• Ph.D., The Claremont Graduate University

His scholarly focus lies in understanding the intersection of historical events and contemporary political dynamics, particularly in American Politics, Comparative Politics of the Middle East, and Energy Policy. He emphasizes connecting seemingly abstract historical events to modern contexts to engage students.

• Presidential Fellow, Chapman University

Professor Johnson’s entrepreneurial background—spanning pharmaceuticals, real estate, and political campaigns—enables him to offer lively, real-world perspectives on political behavior and governance. Outside academia, he enjoys low-level combat flying in an AStar helicopter over California and Arizona deserts.