Michael Waschak

Dr. Michael Waschak is a part-time faculty member in the Political Science department at Georgia Gwinnett College. His research focuses on sustainability definitions in developing countries, urban planning challenges, and governance dynamics in Central Asia and the Balkans. He holds a doctorate in public policy from Georgia Tech, with additional master's degrees in city planning and public administration.

• Education:
  • PhD - Public Policy, Georgia Institute of Technology
  • MA - City & Regional Planning, Georgia Institute of Technology
  • MA - Public Administration, Kennesaw State University
  • BA - Psychology, Kennesaw State University

His work examines environmental protection frameworks and climate change adaptation strategies in global contexts. Recent publications include contributions to Governing Cities: Asia’s Urban Transformation, analyzing Nur-Sultan/Astana's urban development. He has taught internationally at Nazarbayev University and Rochester Institute of Technology.

Recipient of the TOP CLAW award, Dr. Waschak's research bridges policy analysis with practical urban challenges in transitional regions. His expertise includes post-Soviet governance structures and affordable housing solutions in emerging economies.