Graham Cornwell
About Graham Cornwell
Graham Cornwell serves as the Assistant Dean of Research at The Elliott School of International Affairs at The George Washington University, where he has worked since 2018. He has a diverse background in research and program management, with experience at various institutions and a strong focus on securing funding for research initiatives.
Work at The George Washington University
Graham Cornwell serves as the Assistant Dean of Research at The Elliott School of International Affairs at The George Washington University. He has held this position since 2018, overseeing a significant research and scholarship program portfolio that totals over $5.7 million annually. In this role, he directs the largest school of international affairs in the U.S. in terms of research and grant funding. Cornwell supervises strategic initiatives and external partnerships for ten research centers and institutes within the school.
Education and Expertise
Graham Cornwell holds a Ph.D. in History with a focus on the Modern Middle East and North Africa from Georgetown University, which he completed from 2011 to 2018. He also earned a Master of Arts in Middle East Studies from The George Washington University between 2008 and 2010. Earlier, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies and Education from Carleton College from 2001 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in international affairs and research management.
Professional Background
Before his current role, Graham Cornwell worked in various positions that contributed to his experience in international affairs and research. He served as a Consultant Program Officer for the Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program at Meridian International Center from 2013 to 2015. He was also a History Department Fellow at Georgetown University from 2011 to 2018. His earlier roles include working as a Program Assistant at The Elliott School of International Affairs and as a Manager in Government Affairs at the National Association of Chain Drug Stores.
Research Funding and Initiatives
Graham Cornwell has secured funding from various international entities, including the US Embassy in Morocco and the US Embassy in Iraq. He collaborates closely with federal funders and private foundations to support research initiatives. His oversight of a substantial research and scholarship program portfolio highlights his role in advancing research efforts within the field of international affairs.
Visiting Research and Consulting Experience
In addition to his primary roles, Graham Cornwell has gained international experience as a Visiting Researcher at UFR Histoire, Histoire de l'art et archéologie - Nantes Université in France for eight months in 2017. He also worked as a Consultant at the United States Institute of Peace for three months in 2018. These experiences have contributed to his understanding of global research dynamics and international collaboration.