Jonathan Wilkenfeld Distinguished Lecture Series: Rethinking Rational Deterrence Theory
Speaker: Dr. Erik Gartzke, University of California, San Diego
Date: February 18, 2026
Time: 1:00–2:15 PM
Location: Adele H. Stamp Student Union, 2212 Banneker/Key Room
Date: February 18, 2026
Time: 1:00–2:15 PM
Location: Adele H. Stamp Student Union, 2212 Banneker/Key Room
Dr. Erik Gartzke is the Professor of Political Science and Director of the Center for Peace and Security Studies (cPASS) at the University of California, San Diego. His research focuses on war, peace, and international institutions. His interests include nuclear security, the liberal peace, alliances, uncertainty and war, deterrence theory, and the evolving technological nature of interstate conflict. Dr. Gartzke has also written extensively on cyberwar, trade and conflict, and the effects of economic development, system structure, and climate change on war. His work has been published in numerous academic journals and edited volumes.
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Sponsored by: Center for International Development and Conflict Management (CIDCM)
Sponsored by: Center for International Development and Conflict Management (CIDCM)
