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Matthew Clary is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Political Science at Auburn University. He has taught at Auburn for 8 years, offering courses in international relations, comparative politics, and national security policy, with specialized expertise in U.S., Russian, and Chinese foreign policy, strategic intelligence, and East Asian geopolitics. He also directs the Undergraduate Certificate in National Security & Intelligence (NSI), serves as Faculty Director for the Political Science in Brussels Study Abroad Program, coordinates undergraduate internships, and advises Auburn's Model United Nations (MUN) team and Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science National Honor Society.
- Education: Ph.D. in Political Science & International Affairs (University of Georgia, specialization in international relations and comparative politics), M.A. in Political Science (University of Georgia), B.A. in Political Science and Asian Studies (Furman University)
Clary's research focuses on international security, foreign policy analysis, and national reputation management, particularly examining how states are designated as 'pariahs' and rehabilitated internationally. He also explores crisis dynamics in U.S.-China relations and democratization processes in other nations. Additionally, he contributes to the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL), emphasizing simulations and role-playing to enhance undergraduate education.
His recent publication, The Politics of Perception: How the White House Manipulates National Crisis Narratives (2023), analyzes how governments shape narratives during crises to influence public opinion and international relations. This work aligns with his broader interests in political communication, national security, and strategic intelligence.
Clary previously worked as Grants Coordinator for the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) and Grady College of Journalism at the University of Georgia, where he managed over 120 grant proposals totaling $60 million in requested funds and secured $7 million in awards within two years. He also mentors students through Auburn's Model United Nations team and Pi Sigma Alpha honor society.
