معرفی
Ambassador (ret.) John Nay is an Adjunct Professor of Geography at Andrews University, teaching part-time. With 36 years in the U.S. Foreign Service, he served in roles across Taiwan, Singapore, India, South Africa, Canada, and as U.S. Ambassador to Suriname. His tenure emphasized human rights, press freedom, and environmental conservation in Suriname. He holds degrees from Andrews University (B.A., M.A. History) and a Master of National Security Strategy from the National Defense University, alongside an honorary Doctorate of Laws from Andrews (2010).
Education
- Doctorate of Laws (Honorary), Andrews University (2010)
- M.S. National Security Strategy, National Defense University (1996)
- M.A. History, Andrews University (1983)
- B.A. History, Andrews University (1976)
Research Interests
Nay’s career focuses on international diplomacy, environmental policy, and human rights advocacy. His work in Suriname highlighted environmental stewardship and cross-border collaboration. He is multilingual in Mandarin Chinese, Dutch, French, and German, reflecting his global engagement.
Awards
- Superior Honor Award (3 times)
- Senior Performance Award (4 times)
Teaching & Affiliations
Post-retirement, Nay teaches at Andrews University and Lake Michigan College. He actively contributes to disaster response training and global studies initiatives. His family includes three adult children and two grandchildren.
