Thomas J. Culora
Professor Office of the Provost
Biography
Tom Culora researches and facilitates courses and workshops on leadership. He recently completed an M.S. degree in counseling psychology and a related internship at Albany Medical Center. From 2014 to 2021, he served as Dean, Center for Naval Warfare Studies, where he led the college’s research and wargaming efforts. A retired Navy captain and naval aviator, he commanded HSM-47 and USS Boxer. His shore tours include serving on the Joint Staff where he helped shape national policy to expand NATO in the 1990's and serving as acting and deputy director for Strategy and Policy on the Navy staff. His research interests include the personal psychology behind leadership and organizational culture.
Contact Information
Areas of Expertise
- Amphibious Warfare
- Arctic
- Conflict Resolution
- Deterrence
- HA/DR
- International Relations
- Joint Operations
- Leadership
- Maritime Strategy
- Policy
Professional Highlights
Dean, Center for Naval Warfare Studies
Chair, Warfare Analysis Research Department, Center for Naval Warfare Studies, NWC
Deputy/Acting Director, Navy Strategy and Policy, N5, Navy Staff, Washington, D.C.
Executive/Commanding Officer, USS BOXER, LHD-4, San Diego, CA
Executive/Commanding Officer, HSM-47, San Diego, CA
Special Assistant, CJCS, Joint Staff, Washington, D.C.
Plankowner/ Dept. Head, HSM-51 Warlord, Atsugi, Japan
Flag Secretary, CNET, Pensacola, FL
Designated Naval Aviator (pilot)
Naval Officer Commissioning
Education
M.S., University at Albany, 2022, Counseling Psychology
M.A., U.S. Naval War College, 1994, Strategic Studies, With Distinction
M.A., U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, 1986, National Security Affairs
B.F.A., School of Visual Arts in New York, 1979, Fine Arts
Related Credentials
Fellow, Harvard University, Olin Institute, Weatherhead Center for International Affairs
2001-2002
Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations
2006-2007
External Memberships and Associations
Council on Foreign Relations, New York City, New York
Member
Rhode Island Chapter of the International Red Cross
Executive Board, 2018-present
Herresoff Maritime Museum, Bristol, Rhode Island
Executive Board, 2018-present
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