I believe that the fundamental function of a university professor is to produce and transmit knowledge through scholarly activities. In addition to research and publishing, I truly believe that teaching and mentoring are crucial and ultimately the most enriching parts of our profession. Good teaching, like good research, aims to bridge the gap between theory and the world around us. I embrace these opportunities to inspire and motivate those around me while bridging this gap.

Be ready to work hard and learn about new places and ideas! I look forward to seeing you as a participant in my courses soon.

I was previously an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science and the Centre for Resolution of International Conflict (CRIC) at the University of Copenhagen. Before that I taught at Oklahoma State University and Connecticut College.

Concerning my education, I received my PhD in Political Science from the University of California, Davis. Additionally, I have a BA in Political Science from the University of California, San Diego and an MPhil (DEA) in Political Science and African Studies from Sciences Po-Bordeaux and the Centre d'Études d'Afrique Noire in France