Erwan Lagadec
About Erwan Lagadec
Erwan Lagadec is an Associate Research Professor of International Affairs at the Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University, with expertise in NATO and Western relations with Russia. He has a strong academic background in history, having studied at prestigious institutions such as Harvard University and the University of Oxford.
Work at The George Washington University
Erwan Lagadec has been serving as an Associate Research Professor of International Affairs at the Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University since 2009. His tenure at the university spans over 15 years, during which he has contributed to the academic community through research and teaching in international affairs.
Education and Expertise
Lagadec has an extensive educational background in history, having studied at several prestigious institutions. He earned a D.Phil. in History from the University of Oxford from 1999 to 2004. He also holds a Master's degree in History from the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne, completed between 1996 and 1998. Additionally, he conducted post-doctoral research at Harvard University from 2005 to 2006. His expertise includes NATO and Western relations with Russia, as well as the history of Western civilization with a focus on complex crisis response.
Previous Academic Positions
Before his current role, Lagadec held several academic positions. He was an Adjunct Associate Professor at Tulane University from 2011 to 2016, and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Virginia from 2016 to 2017. These roles contributed to his experience in higher education and his engagement with students in the field of international affairs.
Research Involvement in Transatlantic Relations
Since at least 2015, Lagadec has been actively involved in research related to transatlantic relations. His work in this area reflects his commitment to understanding and analyzing the dynamics between NATO and Western countries, particularly in the context of their relations with Russia.
Military Experience
Lagadec served as a Reserve Officer in the French Navy from 2005 to 2019. This experience provided him with a unique perspective on military and defense issues, complementing his academic focus on international affairs and crisis response.