John Calabrese
About John Calabrese
John Calabrese is a Non-Resident Scholar at the Middle East Institute and a Professor at American University, specializing in the interactions between the Middle East and Asia. He has authored significant works on regional foreign policy and serves as the book review editor for The Middle East Journal.
Work at Middle East Institute
John Calabrese serves as a Non-Resident Scholar at the Middle East Institute. His tenure at the institute has been ongoing since 1996. In this role, he focuses on cross-regional interactions between the Middle East and Asia, contributing to the institute's research and analysis on these critical areas.
Education and Expertise
John Calabrese holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government and Literature from Georgetown University, which he completed from 1971 to 1975. He furthered his education at The London School of Economics and Political Science, earning a PhD in International Relations between 1986 and 1990. His expertise encompasses economic, political, security, and social/cultural interactions between the Middle East and Asia.
Current Position at American University
Calabrese is a Professor at American University, where he has been teaching since 1997. His academic focus includes U.S. foreign policy, and he engages students in discussions about the complexities of international relations, particularly in relation to the Middle East and Asia.
Published Works
John Calabrese is the author of significant works including 'China's Changing Relations with the Middle East' and 'Revolutionary Horizons: Iran's Regional Foreign Policy'. His writings contribute to the understanding of the geopolitical dynamics between these regions and reflect his extensive research in the field.
Role in The Middle East Journal
In addition to his academic and research roles, John Calabrese serves as the book review editor for The Middle East Journal. This position allows him to engage with contemporary scholarship and provide insights into new publications related to Middle Eastern studies.