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Dr. Gary Espinas is a Professorial Lecturer (part-time) at the Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University (GWU), where he teaches courses on Russia and International Security. He concurrently serves as a Distinguished Visiting Professor in National Security at the United States Naval Academy. With a 26-year U.S. Army career, he retired as a Colonel, specializing in political-military roles, arms control, and diplomatic assignments including postings at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow, Department of State, and Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy. His final military role was as a Military Professor in National Security Affairs at the Naval Postgraduate School.
Education:
- Doctorate in Liberal Studies, Georgetown University
- Master of Strategic Studies (MSS), U.S. Army War College
- Master of Arts (MA), Harvard University
- Bachelor of Arts (BA), University of California, Berkeley
Research Focus: Gary’s work centers on the Russo-Ukrainian war, Russian foreign policy dynamics, NATO’s evolving security architecture, and the rise of illiberalism in trans-Atlantic alliances. His current research explores Illiberalism in NATO member states, analyzing its impact on collective security frameworks.
Professional Background: His military assignments included critical political-military advisory roles, blending academic rigor with operational experience. Post-retirement, he maintains dual academic appointments, bridging military strategy and international relations scholarship.
