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Prof. Dr. Burkard Steppacher is an Adjunct Professor for European Politics at the University of Cologne and serves as a Senior Executive Officer at the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung since 1991. His academic background includes an MA in Political Science from the University of Munich and a Dr. rer. soc. from the University of Tübingen.
- Education: MA (University of Munich), Dr. rer. soc. (University of Tübingen)
- Professional Roles: Executive Manager at Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, Adjunct Professor at University of Cologne
Steppacher’s research focuses on institutional frameworks of the European Union, its external relations, and Swiss political systems. He has contributed extensively to debates on European integration, Swiss-EU bilateral agreements, regional governance, and political communication. His work often examines the European Economic Area (EWR), Swiss parliamentary elections, and EU expansion into Central and Eastern Europe.
His publications (2012-2022) analyze EU-Switzerland relations, EFTA states, and institutional challenges in European governance. Key themes include dynamic adaptation of bilateral agreements, EU legal frameworks, and Switzerland’s unique position in European politics. He emphasizes the need for transparency and efficient dispute resolution mechanisms between Switzerland and the EU.
- Affiliations: Member of Deutsche Vereinigung für Politische Wissenschaft (DVPW), Arbeitskreis Europäische Integration (AEI), and Görres-Gesellschaft
- Research Projects: Foundations of European Integration, Neighboring Relationships in Europe, Political Communication in Media, Music in Public Spaces, Education Policy
