John Mearsheimer is a renowned political scientist and international relations expert. He has served as the R. Wendell Harrison Distinguished Service Professor in the Political Science Department at the University of Chicago for over 3 decades and authored numerous books. As a speaker, he touches on subjects related to geopolitics, international relations and global affairs.
Having obtained an MA in International Relations from the University of Southern California and an MA and PhD in Government from Cornell University, John’s immense knowledge in his field has a solid foundation. He has served as a Visiting Scholar at Harward University in addition to his role at Cornell University. John has won numerous accolades that substantiate his excellence as an academic including the Clark Award for Distinguished Teaching, the Quantrell Award for Distinguished Teaching, and the Distinguished Scholar Award bestowed upon him by the International Studies Association.
A prolific author, John has written several notable books on geopolitics and international affairs. He is the author of “The Great Delusion”, “Why Leaders Lie”, “The Israel Lobby & US Foreign Policy”, and most recently, “How States Think”. These books are a glimpse of John’s potential to address political scenarios unfurling in the world, offering his research and insights as a way to educate the masses on nuanced subjects.
Seasoned at public speaking, John is often called upon channels such as Chicago Public TV, CNN, NPR and NewsHour to offer his views on complex global issues. Recipient of the James Madison Award, his unparalleled scholarly contribution to political science is confirmed. Now, you can book John Mearsheimer to speak at your upcoming event, to offer your audience a deep understanding of geopolitics, global affairs and international relations from a distinguished scholar. Enquire today!
Books
How States Think
The Israel Lobby and US Foreign Policy
Why Leaders Lie
How to hire John Mearsheimer
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- 2023 – Author of “How States Think”
- 2020 – Recipient of the James Madison Award
- 2018 – Author of “The Great Delusion”
- 2010 – Author of “Why Leaders Lie”
- 2007 – Author of “The Israel Lobby and US Foreign Policy”
- 2003 – Elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
- 1992 – Visiting Scholar, Harvard University
- 1982 – Member of the Political Science Department at the University of Chicago
