Rear Adm. Shoshana Chatfield, present of the U.S. Naval War College (NWC), gives a speech during a NWC graduation ceremony, March 3.
Rear Adm. Shoshana Chatfield, present of the U.S. Naval War College (NWC), gives a speech during a NWC graduation ceremony, March 3. Fifty-seven students from NWC’s College of Naval Warfare and CNCS were recognized for their achievements and received either a Master of Arts degree in National Security and Strategic Studies or a Master of Arts degree in Defense and Strategic Studies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Tyler D. John/Released)

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U.S. Naval War College’s academic and administrative departments employ a world-class faculty and a dedicated support staff. From the classroom to quarterdeck, our team of professionals helps fulfill our mission of educating and developing future leaders.

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Our Emeritus Professors

The U.S. Naval War College salutes the distinguished professors and educators who have honorably retired from actively teaching but retain their title. Their research and analytical contributions continue to strengthen and enrich our community.

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U.S. Naval War College’s academic departments provide our curriculum and elective coursework, as well as offer research and gaming opportunities.

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Our various administrative offices support the everyday operations at the college, from maintaining student records to keeping our campus secure.

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News, Media, & Events

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Genocidal Ideologies: Warning Signs and Prevention

Oct. 21, 2020
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Don’t Bet on Reset: US-Russian Relations in the Wake of the Coronavirus

Apr. 22, 2020
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Don’t Bet on Reset: US-Russian Relations in the Wake of the Coronavirus

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Social Distancing Doesn’t Have to Disrupt Mentorship

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Beyond COVID-19, Part 3: Russia-Saudi Oil War and Developments in the Black Sea

Thomas J. Shattuck and Nikolas K. Gvosdev Foreign Policy Research Institute

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    Conferences & Symposiums

    The U.S. Naval War College hosts a wide variety of substantive and newsworthy events—including lectures, symposia, and conferences—throughout the year.

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    Our Faculty Members

    We are proud of our faculty, which comprises active and retired senior military officers and government officials as well as highly-credentialed expert civilians.

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    Research & Wargaming

    The Center for Naval Warfare Studies complements our educational curriculum by serving as a home for original research, innovative thinking, and creative problem solving.

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