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Brian Frederking is a Professor of Political Science at McKendree University, where he has held positions since 1990. He earned his Ph.D. from Syracuse University (1997), with earlier degrees from the same institution (M.A., 1993) and McKendree College (B.A., 1990). His research focuses on international organizations, collective security, conflict resolution, and foreign policy, with a particular emphasis on the United Nations Security Council and post-Cold War dynamics.
Frederking has authored or co-authored multiple books, including Renegotiating the Liberal Order: Evidence from the UN Security Council (2023) and The United States and the Security Council: Collective Security since the Cold War (2007). His scholarly work bridges constructivist theory with empirical analysis of diplomatic discourse, security dilemmas, and international norms. He frequently collaborates with undergraduate students in research, including co-authored articles on nuclear proliferation and conflict resolution.
His recent academic contributions include analyses of the Israel-Hamas conflict, transitional justice mechanisms, and the legitimacy of UN Security Council actions. Frederking has also engaged in public commentary through radio appearances on topics like the Iraq War and Middle East conflicts. He serves as editor of the Illinois Political Science Review and reviewer for numerous journals, reflecting his leadership in the field.
Frederking advises McKendree's Model United Nations and Scholars journal, emphasizing experiential learning. His research datasets, such as the Collective Security Dataset, offer empirical tools for studying global governance. Despite no explicit mention of grants or labs, his work demonstrates sustained engagement with international political challenges.
