This course is taught by the Olin Distinguished Professor of National Security Studies, a visiting scholar with a distinguished record of academic achievement and professional service in the national security arena. This course is focused on topical issues that allow students to benefit from the specific expertise of these outstanding individuals. Students typically take part in seminar discussions, conduct research, and prepare analytical papers. Recent topics were "Ethnic and Religious Conflict and its Impact on Regional Stability," "Intelligence and National Security," and "Reshaping the Military in the Post Cold War World." Previous Olin Professors include General (retired) John Galvin, former SACEUR and noted author; Professor Richard Shultz, Director of International Security Studies at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy; Professor Linda Brady, Director of the School of International Affairs at Georgia Institute of Technology; and Admiral (retired) Stansfield Turner, former President of the Naval War College and Director of the Central Intelligence Agency.
