Jonathan Aloisi

Jonathan Aloisi is an Affiliate Professor at the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies (JSIS) at the University of Washington. He retired from the U.S. State Department as a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, holding the rank of Minister Counselor. His diplomatic career included key roles such as Deputy Chief of Mission in Vietnam, Foreign Policy Advisor to the senior U.S. military commander in Afghanistan, and Political Minister Counselor in Beijing. He has extensive experience in China, having served there four times over twelve years, and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese, with knowledge of Vietnamese and Spanish.

Education includes:

• Master of Arts in National Security Studies from the National War College (1998)
• Master of Arts in Anthropology from the University of Michigan (1982)
• Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Michigan (1978)

His research focuses on international relations, foreign policy, and environmental issues. He has lectured on these topics at Chinese universities and collaborated with environmental NGOs in China. His teaching at JSIS includes a simulation course on multilateral negotiations, which he first taught in 2010.

Jonathan has no listed scientific awards or grants. His professional narrative emphasizes diplomatic service, academic contributions through teaching, and engagement with international institutions.