Ray Walser

Ray Walser, Ph.D., is a Professor of Practice at the School of Diplomacy and International Relations, Seton Hall University. A retired Foreign Service Officer and former policy analyst, he focuses on U.S. foreign policy challenges, including rising global powers (e.g., China, Russia), European Union dynamics, nationalism, and transnational issues like climate change and pandemics. He teaches in the Washington, D.C. semester program, emphasizing experiential learning with policymakers and institutions.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• M.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• B.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Research Interests: Walser examines the evolving U.S. role in a multipolar world, analyzing challenges to the liberal international order, hyper-globalization, and domestic-political constraints on foreign policy execution. His work bridges academic theory with real-world policy analysis.

Awards & Grants:

• National Endowment for the Humanities Grant
• American Council of Learned Societies Grant
• Civilian Service Medal (U.S. Military Academy)
• Superior Honor Awards (U.S. State Department)

Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, his grants support research on international affairs. His D.C. program provides students access to policymakers and institutions, fostering career readiness in diplomacy and global governance.