Neal Jesse

Neal G. Jesse is Professor and Interim Chair of Political Science at Bowling Green State University. His research focuses on comparative foreign policy, small state strategies, ethnic conflict resolution, and electoral systems. He holds degrees from UCLA (Ph.D., M.A.) and UC Santa Barbara (B.A.).

Jesse's scholarship examines neutrality policies, international relations theory applications, and conflict resolution in divided societies. His extensive publications include books on ethnic conflict and secondary state behavior in international systems.

Recent articles explore sports diplomacy strategies, foreign policy of landlocked states, and challenges to hegemonic power structures. Methodologically, his work combines theoretical frameworks with case studies of Ireland, Switzerland, and post-conflict regions.

Professional Recognition:

• Hallsworth Visiting Professorship at University of Manchester
• Authors & Artists Recognition for scholarly contributions
• Faculty Excellence Award recipient

Jesse teaches courses including Introduction to Comparative Government, West European Politics, British and Irish Politics, and Game Theory applications in political science.