Our Faculty
Our faculty are experts in their fields and passionate mentors dedicated to fostering a collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment.
With deep ties to international institutions, governments and global research networks, our faculty members at the School of Foreign Service (SFS) bring real-world insights into the classroom, offering a unique blend of academic theory and practical experience.
Whether you are engaging in cutting-edge research, tackling complex global challenges, or exploring new interdisciplinary perspectives, the faculty at SFS are here to guide, inspire and support your academic journey.
World class faculty
Our faculty at Georgetown’s School of Foreign Service comprises some of the world’s foremost scholars, practitioners and experts in the arenas of international policy, government and more.
Access unparalleled faculty and mentorship at SFS
Through direct student engagement, expertise and mentorship, SFS faculty are truly dedicated to fostering an unparalleled student experience. With deep ties to international institutions, governments and global research networks, our faculty bring real-world insights into the classroom, offering a unique blend of academic theory and practical experience.
Faculty research
Explore the latest news stories on our faculty’s innovative research.
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Five questions about new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham
On Monday, July 20, 2026, Andy Burnham became the new prime minister of the United Kingdom. He took over the government from Keir Starmer as the seventh prime minister in…
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John Louis Esposito (1940-2026)
We mourn John L. Esposito (1940–2026), renowned scholar of religion and founding director of ACMCU and The Bridge Initiative.
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Bridging Theory and Practice: Celebrating Professor John Gordon’s 20 Years at SSP
For two decades, Professor John Gordon IV has brought to Georgetown’s Security Studies Program (SSP) a rare combination of operational experience and rigorous analytical scholarship.
Centers and institutes
The centers and institutes at Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service provide unique expertise and resources, focusing on various regions, cultures and themes that shape our world today.
Each center contributes to meaningful dialogue and innovative solutions in international relations and policy through research, interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement. Explore the offerings to discover how they enrich educational opportunities and address pressing global challenges.
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