Eliot A. Cohen

Eliot A. Cohen is a prominent American political scientist with a specialization in history. His career has spanned various roles in academia and government, including a position as counselor in the United States Department of State under Secretary Condoleezza Rice from 2007 to 2009. Prior to his current appointment, Cohen directed the Strategic Studies Program at the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) at Johns Hopkins University.

Cohen's academic expertise and contributions have been recognized, particularly in the field of military history. He is noted for his serious treatment of the subject, a distinction that sets him apart in the American academic community. In addition to his academic roles, Cohen is a contributing writer for The Atlantic and co-hosts the Shield of the Republic podcast, published by The Bulwark, alongside Eric Edelman. In 2019, he was appointed as the 9th Dean of SAIS, succeeding Vali Nasr, further solidifying his position as a leading figure in international studies and political science.