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Dr. Arijit Mazumdar is a Professor of Political Science at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. He joined the department in 2008 and focuses on teaching courses in Asian politics, comparative foreign policy, and developing world politics. His research emphasizes contemporary India, foreign policy strategies, and regional dynamics in South and East Asia. Dr. Mazumdar holds a PhD from Miami University, an MA from Ball State University, and a BA from Luther College.
His expertise includes India’s foreign policy evolution, including its 'Look East/Act East' policies, soft power diplomacy under Modi, and India-Pakistan relations. Notable publications include Indian Foreign Policy in Transition: Relations with South Asia (2015) and articles in Asian Affairs, Asian Survey, and India Quarterly. He has received grants from the University of St. Thomas and the Global Citizenship Award (2017).
Current courses (Fall 2025) include Government and Politics, Politics of the Developing World, and a Seminar in Comparative Politics. His research explores how domestic politics in India shape foreign policy decisions and regional stability. He actively participates in academic conferences, including the Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs.
