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Derek Shearer is the Stuart Chevalier Professor of Diplomacy and World Affairs at Occidental College, where he serves as Director of the McKinnon Center for Global Affairs. He has been affiliated with the institution since 1981 and manages international relations and program expansion.
- BA, Yale University
- PhD, The Union Graduate School
His research focuses on diplomacy, U.S. foreign policy, and terrorism studies, with a particular emphasis on the Nordic-Baltic region and global public policy. He has also explored entrepreneurship in academic settings.
Recent publications, such as America and the World in the Age of Obama, highlight his work in international relations, security studies, and economic policy. These contributions align with his expertise in global affairs and diplomatic history.
Scientific Honors:
- Guggenheim Fellowship
- US-Japan Leadership Fellowship
- Swedish Bicentennial Fellowship
- Listed in Who’s Who publications
A former U.S. Ambassador to Finland and Clinton administration official, Shearer has advised presidential campaigns and lectured globally. He currently resides in Pacific Palisades, California.



