David A. Lake

David A. Lake is a Professor of Political Science and Distinguished Professor of the Graduate Division at the University of California, San Diego. He holds the Jerri-Ann and Gary E. Jacobs Chair in Social Sciences. His academic roles include former Chair of the Political Science Department (2000-2004), Associate Dean (2006-2011), and Acting Dean of Social Sciences (2011-2012). He previously served as Research Director at the Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation and co-editor of the journal International Organization.

Education: PhD in International Relations from Cornell University (1984). Prior to UCSD, he taught at UCLA (1983–1992).

His research focuses on international relations theory, international political economy, and the strategic foundations of global governance. Key works include Hierarchy in International Relations (2009), Power, Protection, and Free Trade (1988), and co-authored textbooks like World Politics: Interests, Interactions, and Institutions (2009). His interests span U.S. foreign policy, trade strategies, and the institutional dynamics of global authority.

Awards:

• Chancellor’s Associates Award for Excellence in Graduate Education (2005)
• Election to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2006)

Grants & Advising: While specific grants or advisees are not listed in the provided texts, Lake has been actively involved in research initiatives and institutional leadership, reflecting significant contributions to graduate education and policy analysis. His work often intersects with interdisciplinary collaborations, particularly in global political economy and security studies.