Joseph Kusluch

Dr. Joseph Kusluch is Assistant Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at the University of Northern Colorado. His research examines Russian domestic politics and international relations, with emphasis on protest movements and contentious politics.

Research analyzes protest dynamics in Russia, connections between economic conditions and political mobilization, and Russian strategic culture. Current projects investigate protest movements in monotowns and the relationship between economic decline and social unrest.

Publications focus on Russian politics, protest movements, and security relations. Recent work employs quantitative methods to analyze economic influences on protest activity in authoritarian contexts.

Dr. Kusluch teaches courses in comparative politics, international relations, and national security. He maintains affiliations with the United States Air Force Academy as a Non-Resident Scowcroft National Security Fellow.