Dennis Jjuuko
About Dennis Jjuuko
Dennis Jjuuko is a Research and Teaching Assistant at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where he facilitates discussions for undergraduate students in international relations. He has a diverse academic background and experience in research related to conflict, global governance, and human security.
Work at UMass Boston
Dennis Jjuuko has been employed at the University of Massachusetts Boston since 2019 as a Research and Teaching Assistant. In this role, he facilitates weekly discussions for undergraduate students in international relations. His responsibilities include guiding students through class discussions and supporting their understanding of complex topics related to global governance and human security.
Education and Expertise
Dennis Jjuuko has an extensive educational background in international relations and conflict management. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Global Governance and Human Security at the University of Massachusetts Boston, expected to complete in 2024. He holds a Master of Science in Security, Leadership, and Society from King's College London, which he completed from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Ethics and Development Studies from Uganda Martyrs University, studying from 2008 to 2012.
Background
Dennis Jjuuko's professional experience includes a variety of roles in research and academia. He served as a Junior African Scholar Fellow at the International Peace Institute in New York for one month in 2014. He also worked as a Visiting Fellow at the University of Johannesburg from 2014 to 2015. Prior to these positions, he volunteered as a Researcher at the Refugee Law Project at Makerere University in Kampala, focusing on conflict, transitional justice, and governance.
Research Focus
Dennis Jjuuko conducts research in the fields of Conflict, Global Governance, and Human Security. His academic work emphasizes the importance of understanding these areas in relation to international relations. Through his teaching and research, he aims to contribute to the discourse on global issues and their implications for peace and security.