Michael P. O'Hara, Ph.D.

Interim Dean Center for Naval Warfare Studies

Capt., U.S. Navy

Biography

Michael O’Hara, Ph.D. leads a faculty of 200 civilian and military experts conducting analysis on future investment, risk, force design, technology employment, and strategic planning in support of senior leaders of the Navy and Joint Force. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from Columbia University. His research focuses on strategy, decision making, and emerging technologies. He has designed courses such as Artificial Intelligence for Strategic Leaders, Game Theory & Strategic Decision Making, and Strategy & War. He is the recipient of the Vice Admiral Thomas R. Weschler Award for Inspirational Teaching. He is a career naval officer with experience in naval aviation and intelligence.

Contact Information

(401) 856-6001

Michael.OHara@usnwc.edu

@mpohara

Areas of Expertise

Deterrence
International Relations
Maritime Strategy

Professional Highlights

2024

Interim Dean, Center for Naval Warfare Studies

2021

Chair, War Gaming Department

2020

Associate Dean, Center for Naval Warfare Studies

2016

Director, Future Warfighting Symposium

2014

Professor, Strategy and Policy Department

2010

Deputy Chair (Acting), Warfare, Analysis, and Research Department

Education

Ph.D., Columbia University, Political Science, Fields of Study: International Relations and Comparative Politics

M.Phil., Columbia University, Political Science

M.A., Columbia University, Political Science

M.A., University of Rhode Island, English Literature

M.A., U.S. Naval War College, National Security and Strategic Studies, Highest Distinction

B.S., U.S. Naval Academy, English, with Merit

Research Contributions and Publications

Publications by this Professor

Awards and Decorations

Vice Admiral Thomas R. Weschler Award for Inspirational Teaching

External Memberships and Associations

Brown University's Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs
National Security Fellowship (2015-16)

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