What’s in the Box for the Biden Administration? by Notre Dame International Security Center

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What’s in the Box for the Biden Administration?

An interview with Lt. General Eric T. Fick USAF by Martin Heli Summary: Martin Heli, a Notre Dame senior, and Lt. General Eric T. Fick USAF, the Program Executive Officer for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office (Notre Dame class of ‘90) discuss the implications of international partnership in the F-35 program. Key topics are the technological advantages of fifth-generation aircraft in alliances, partner input in development, and the challenges of successful cooperation on such a complex system. Biography: Lt. Gen. Eric T. Fick is the Program Executive Officer for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office in Arlington, Virginia. The F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office is the Department of Defense’s agency responsible for developing, delivering and sustaining the F-35A/B/C, the next-generation strike aircraft weapon system for the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, eight international partners and four current foreign military sales customers. Lt. Gen. Fick entered the Air Force in September of 1990 after graduating from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering. He has served as a Logistics Plans and Programs Officer, F-16 Fighting Falcon Mechanical Systems Engineer, Computational Fluid Dynamics Research Engineer, Joint System Program Office Chief of Test, Air Staff Branch Chief, Deputy Chief of the Air Force Senate Liaison Office and Director of Global Reach Programs, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition. Lt. Gen. Fick has commanded at the squadron and group level and served twice as an Air Force Program Executive Officer. Additionally, he has logged more than 350 hours in the T-38 Talon, F-15 Eagle, F-16 and other military and civilian experimental aircraft. Prior to his current assignment, Lt. Gen. Fick was the Deputy Program Executive Officer for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Program.

Students Talk Security | Combined Aircraft Development: Catching Lightning II in a Bottle

Speaker: Lindsey O'Rourke Host: Eugene Gholz Recorded: November 3, 2020

Picking Your Friends: Foreign-Imposed Regime Change and the Quality of Interstate Relations

Title: The Arrest of a Foreign General: Corruption, Cartels, and U.S.-Mexico Cooperation An interview with Guillermo Trejo by Tatiana Pernetti Summary: In this episode of ‘Students Talk Security’, Associate Professor of Political Science and Faculty Fellow at the Kellogg Institute for International Studies, Guillermo Trejo, will describe the recent U.S. arrest of Mexico's General Salvador Cienfuegos. As an adviser to the Mexican government, Professor Trejo provides insight into corruption in Mexico and how it affects U.S.-Mexico cooperation. Biography: Guillermo Trejo is Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Notre Dame and Faculty Fellow at the Kellogg Institute for International Studies. Trejo's research focuses on political and criminal violence, social movements, human rights, and transitional justice. He is the director of the Violence and Transitional Justice Lab at the Kellogg Institute. Professor Trejo is the author of two books and more than thirty articles and book chapters for which he has received seven international awards from the American Political Science Association and the American Sociological Association. Trejo just published a book last month titled “Votes, Drugs, and Violence: The Political Logic of Criminal Wars in Mexico” which seeks to explain the outbreak of major drug wars in Mexico as the country transitioned from authoritarian rule to democracy. He is also advising me on my thesis on rule of law in Latin America.

Students Talk Security | The Arrest of a Foreign General

Title: Arctic Shock: Utilizing Climate Change to Test A Theory of Resource Competition Speaker: Jonathan Markowitz Host: Eugene Gholz Recorded: October 27, 2020

Arctic Shock: Utilizing Climate Change to Test A Theory of Resource Competition

An Interview with Captain Brockelmeyer and LTC Trey Lachicotte by Clark Bowden andEvan Muller Biographies: Cody Brockelmeyer enlisted in the Marine Corps in April of 2006, and served at the Legal Services Support Section in Okinawa, Japan where he served as NCOIC of the Pacific Regional Defense Counsel’s office. From 2009 to 2013, he served as Legal Management Chief for the Staff Judge Advocate to the Commandant of the Marine Corps. During this time, Sergeant Brockelmeyer deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, and completed his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maryland University College. In 2013, Staff Sergeant Brockelmeyer was accepted to the Enlisted Commissioning Program, attended OCS, and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant. He was designated as a supply and logistics officer, he was assigned to Second Battalion, Seventh Marines in Twentynine Palms, CA. From 2014-2016, he deployed twice to the Middle East in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, and completed his Master of Business Administration degree from Northwest Christian University. In 2017, Captain Brockelmeyer was promoted to his current rank, and was assigned to his present duties as Marine Officer Instructor for the NROTC unit, University of Notre Dame. He currently teaches Fundamentals of Maneuver Warfare and Evolution of Warfare, and has completed a Doctor of Business Administration degree from Northcentral University. Capt. Brockelmeyer primarily works with the senior MIDN leadership, providing guidance to the BCO, BXO, and BOPS. Additionally, he teaches both the Fundamentals of Maneuver Warfare and the Evolution of Warfare classes. _____________________________________ LTC Trey Lachicotte is a 2000 graduate of the University of Tennessee, where he received two Bachelor of Science Degrees in Accounting and Finance. Upon Graduation, he received a commission in the Infantry. His civilian education also includes a Master of Art in Global and International Studies from the University of Kansas, as well as, a Master of Military Art and Science in Theater Operations from the US Army Command and General Staff College. LTC Lachicotte has served in the United States Army for 20 years as an officer in the Infantry and Special Forces branches.

Students Talk Security | The Role of the Army and Marine Corps in the Changing Nature of War

An Interview with Lt. Austin Chung by Benjamin Erhardt Summary: Notre Dame sophomore Benjamin Erhardt sits down with his former professor and current Notre Dame Naval ROTC instructor, Lt. Austin Chung, USN, to discuss a variety of topics centered on the theme of bolstering American security while promoting unity. Their discussions include: the importance of international alliances in promoting American security and foreign policy interests abroad, Lt. Chung's own experiences from his time serving in the Navy while based in Japan, and -- in light of the upcoming 2020 elections -- civil discourse in the military and how it helps promote unity and constant maintenance of American security. Biography: Lt. Austin Chung graduated from Villanova University in 2013 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. He received a commission through the Villanova University Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps as a Surface Warfare Officer Nuclear Option and reported to his first tour onboard USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) stationed in San Diego, CA. While serving onboard USS Chancellorsville, he received his Officer of the Deck, Surface Warfare Coordinator, and Surface Warfare Officer qualifications. He then reported to USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) based in Yokosuka, Japan where he served as the Reactor Controls Division Officer and deputy to the commands Reactor Training Assistant. While stationed with Forward Deployed Naval Forces Japan, he completed four Western Pacific Patrols and two maintenance availabilities, received his Propulsion Plant Watch Officer, Engineering Officer of the Watch and Nuclear Engineer Officer qualifications, and was recognized as the 2017 Commander, Naval Air Forces Pacific Propulsion Plant Watch Officer of the Year. At Notre Dame, Lt. Chung works with senior-year students in Notre Dame's Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program. In this role, he prepares the seniors to enter the fleet as well as teaching the Naval Operations class.

Students Talk Security | United We Stand, Divided We Sink

Title: The Sources of Forced Displacement Speaker: Lise Howard and Filip Savatic Host: Eugene Gholz Recorded: October 13, 2020

The Sources of Forced Displacement

An Interview with Erin Connolly by Kenzie Phillips Summary: A discussion with a rising national security professional about nuclear policy and women in security. Biography: Erin Connolly is the associate program director for Girl Security and a fellow at the Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation, where she previously worked as a research assistant. Erin has written on topics including nuclear terrorism, Iran, North Korea, and next-generation engagement. Erin is currently pursuing a Masters in global affairs and international peace studies at The University of Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs and Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies. As part of this program, Erin is working with King's College London Center for Science and Security Studies July - December 2020 where she is focusing on nuclear arms control.

Students Talk Security | Dynamites: Nuclear Policy and Women in Security

An Interview with Professor Thanos P. Dokos by Joseph Simone Summary: In this episode of ‘Students Talk Security’, we will discuss security issues involving countries in the Mediterranean and Easter European region and learn how they impact the world as a whole. Biography: Professor Thanos P. Dokos received his Ph.D. in International Relations from Cambridge University and has held research positions at the Peace Research Institute of Frankfurt and the Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard University. Dokos has previously served as the Director for Research in the Strategic Studies Division for the Hellenic Ministry of National Defense and as an Advisor on NATO issues to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In 1999 he moved to the Hellenic Foundation for European & Foreign Policy as Director of Research, and in 2006 he became Director-General of the think tank. Dokos has also taught at the Universities of Athens and Piraeus, the Hellenic National Defense College, the Diplomatic Academy, and the Hellenic National Security School, and currently teaches at College Year in Athens. He is a specialist in Greek-Turkish relations and Mediterranean security.

Students Talk Security | International Security in the Mediterranean

An interview with Dr. James McAdams by Zoe Desch Summary: This podcast will be about the destabilizing effect lies (or the lack of truth) from politicians and public figures can have on a country. A well educated citizenry is important to the democratic process and with the advent of social media information and misinformation are quickly and easily disseminated to the public. This information divides and confuses the electorate such that the truth becomes difficult to find. Dr. McAdams' class on Truth and Politics addresses the danger of losing sight of the truth and the dangers presented by misinformation to liberal democracies. Biography: Dr. McAdams is a faculty member in the Department of Political Science at the University of Notre Dame, where he holds the William M. Scholl Endowed Chair in International Affairs. His primary fields of research and teaching are in comparative politics, international relations, and political history. Between 2002 and 2018, he was Director of the Nanovic Institute for European Studies, an interdisciplinary institute dedicated to the study of contemporary Europe, in the broadest sense of the term. He is also a fellow of the Helen Kellogg Institute for International Studies and the Joan B. Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies. All of these institutes are affiliates of Notre Dame’s Keough School of Global Affairs. He also has a passion for political philosophy.

Students Talk Security | Tell me a Whopper: The Implications for Lies in Politics

Title: America's First Failed War on Terror: Understanding the Failure of Reconstruction Speaker: Dan Byman Host: Eugene Gholz Recorded: September 22, 2020

America's First Failed War on Terror: Understanding the Failure of Reconstruction

An Interview with Major Mike Murrell by Matthew Carranza **Any opinions that Maj. Murrell expresses are completely his own and do not reflect those of the US Army.** Summary: In this episode of ‘Students Talk Security’, Matthew Carranza focuses on the military aspect of international relations given Major Murrell’s background. Matthew is interested in his past experiences, his thoughts on how overall missions work on the ground level, and what he has seen while deployed in foreign nations. Matthew believes Major Murrell’s perspective on US military relations with other nations will be particularly insightful, and will give us a closer look to what actually happens as a result of our national defense policies. Biography: Major Mike Murrell enlisted in the Army in 2003. After 4 years of service, he attended Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning where he was commissioned as a Military Intelligence Officer in 2008. He has served in several leadership roles including Battalion S2 for the 95th Military Police Battalion in Mannheim, Germany, was the Company Commander with Division West, First Army, and was a Strategic Planner for J2 at US Southern Command. His awards and decorations include, but are not limited to, the Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal with 2 bronze oak leaf, and Army Achievement Medal with bronze oak leaf. He has a bachelor’s degree in history from Excelsior College and a master’s degree in Military Arts and Science from the Air University. He is currently in his second year as an Assistant Professor of Military Science in Notre Dame’s Army ROTC program.

Students Talk Security | What Role Should the U.S. Military Have in Settling International Disputes?

An Interview with Dr. Ernesto Verdeja by Lauren Pizzella Summary: In this episode of ‘Students Talk Security’, Associate Professor of Political Science and Peace Studies at the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies, Ernesto Verdeja, will provide a brief summary of what mass atrocities are, what are their causes, and what we can do to prevent them. It will discuss current international events that pertain to mass atrocities and human rights including the Myanmar ethnic cleansing, the rise of the far-right in the US, US sanctions on ICC officials, and COVID-19. Lastly, it will allow Professor Verdeja about his experiences working with governments and some of the challenges he has faced during peacebuilding. Biography: Professor Verdeja is an associate Professor of Political Science and Peace Studies at the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies at the University of Notre Dame. Professor Verdeja’s research has focused on large-scale political violence (genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity), transitional justice, forgiveness and reconciliation, and trials, truth commissions, apologies, and reparations. He is the author of “Unchopping a Tree: Reconciliation in the Aftermath of Political Violence” and is co-editor of volumes on peacebuilding and social movements, the field of genocide studies, and the international politics of genocide. Professor Verdeja received his Ph.D. and M.A. in political science from the New School for Social Research in New York City. He has worked on human rights at the International Center for Transitional Justice and the Lawyers Committee for Human Rights (now Human Rights First) and also served on the Advisory Board of the International Association of Genocide Scholars and the United States Institute of Peace's RESOLVE Research Advisory Group. He is currently working on a book project on comparative genocide as well as co-directing a project mapping state security force structures around the world and working as the Executive Director of the Institute for the Study of Genocide (a non-profit organization founded in 1982 to promote research and policy analysis on the causes and prevention of genocide and political violence.) Professor Verdeja also regularly consults with the U.S. government, foreign governments, and human rights organizations on genocide and mass atrocity prevention, and on justice and reconciliation efforts.

Students Talk Security | Mass Atrocities, Myanmar, and the Rise of the Far-Right

Title: The Theoretical Case for Taking American Exceptionalism Seriously Speaker: Hilde Restad Host: Eugene Gholz Recorded: September 1, 2020

The Theoretical Case for Taking American Exceptionalism Seriously

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