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Harris Mylonas is an Associate Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs. He holds a Ph.D. from Yale University and has been a key figure in advancing scholarship on nationalism, nation-building, and diaspora policies. His research bridges international relations and comparative politics, emphasizing state responses to ethnic diversity and geopolitical dynamics.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Political Science, Yale University (2008)
- M.A. in Political Science, University of Chicago
- Bachelor's Degree, University of Athens (Political Science and Public Administration)
Research Interests: Mylonas explores how states manage diversity through policies targeting national minorities, immigrants, and diasporas. His work highlights the role of foreign policy goals and external patronage in shaping domestic nation-building strategies. Key themes include nationalism's variegated forms, fifth-column politics, and pandemic-driven nationalist responses.
Service and Leadership:
- Associate Dean for Research at Elliott School (2017–2018)
- Editor-in-Chief of Nationalities Papers (since 2018)
- Member of the Council for European Studies Research Network and the Association for the Study of Nationalities
Awards and Recognition:
- 2014 European Studies Book Award (The Politics of Nation-Building)
- 2023 Cambridge Elements Series publication (Varieties of Nationalism)
Public Engagement: Mylonas has produced a podcast (American Constitutive Stories), a political documentary (Searching for Andreas), and contributed to media outlets like Foreign Affairs and the Washington Post's Monkey Cage blog.
