Veselin Metodiev

Prof. Dr. Veselin Metodiev is a full-time professor in the Department of History at New Bulgarian University (NBU). He has held significant administrative roles, including Chairman of NBU's Board of Trustees since 2021 and membership in the Presidents' Council since 2011. Additionally, he serves as a member of parliament and Deputy Chairman of the parliamentary group 'Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria.' His academic work focuses on the history of Bulgarian state institutions, constitutional development, and public administration.

• Academic Role: Professor, Department of History, NBU
• Administrative Roles: Chairman of Board of Trustees (NBU, 2021-present), Member of Presidents' Council (NBU, 2011-present)
• Political Roles: Member of 40th National Assembly, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education and Science (1997–1999)

His research explores the historical evolution of Bulgarian governance structures, including the Council of Ministers, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and constitutional debates in the 19th century. He has published extensively on archival sources, state institutions, and political theory, with a focus on democratic foundations and institutional continuity.

Key scientific achievements include the 2019 National Award 'Hristo G. Danov' in Humanities for his monograph on Konstantin Stoilov's political virtue. Publications span monographs, documentary reference books, and articles analyzing the Tarnovo Constitution, parliamentary history, and executive power dynamics.