Maia Keapuolani Davis Cross
About Maia Keapuolani Davis Cross
Maia Keapuolani Davis Cross is the Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs, Diversity, and Inclusion at Northeastern University and a specialist in European foreign and security policy. She is an accomplished author and editor, with notable works including 'The Politics of Crisis in Europe' and 'Security Integration in Europe.'
Title and Current Roles
Maia Keapuolani Davis Cross serves as the Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs, Diversity, and Inclusion at Northeastern University. In addition to this role, she is also a Professor of Political Science & International Affairs and the Edward W. Brooke Professor of Political Science. Since 2018, she has been the Editor of the Journal of European Integration.
Educational Background
Maia holds a bachelor's degree in Government from Harvard University, achieved in 1999. She later pursued a Ph.D. in Politics from Princeton University, which she completed in 2005. Originally from Hawai'i, her academic background focuses on government and politics, providing a strong foundation for her professional career.
Specializations and Areas of Expertise
Maia specializes in European foreign and security policy. Her work explores various facets of international relations, with a particular focus on crisis politics, security integration, and international cooperation. Her upcoming book project, 'The Ultrasocial World: International Cooperation Against All Odds,' addresses broader topics, including outer space security and diplomacy.
Published Works and Awards
Maia's notable publications include 'The Politics of Crisis in Europe,' published by Cambridge University Press in 2017, and 'Security Integration in Europe: How Knowledge-based Networks are Transforming the European Union,' which won the Best Book Prize from the University Association of Contemporary European Studies in 2012.
Previous Academic and Professional Positions
Maia has held various positions at Northeastern University, including Director of Graduate Studies in Political Science and Associate Professor of Political Science & International Affairs. She was also a Senior Researcher at ARENA Centre for European Studies in Norway and an Assistant Professor at the University of Southern California and Colgate University. Additionally, she served as a Term Member of the Council on Foreign Relations and a Consultant at the National Endowment for Democracy.