Our faculty specializes in everything from public law and Congress to the politics of China and political philosophy. Their backgrounds and areas of expertise may run the gamut, but they share one thing in common: they’re outstanding teachers. At Furman, our politics and international affairs faculty understands the importance of interacting with students inside and outside of the classroom. Whether you’re conducting research with us, looking for an internship, or seeking extra help on a difficult assignment, we’re here to ensure your success.
Meet Our Faculty



David Fleming
Associate Professor, Politics and International Affairs; Senior Researcher, Riley Institute

Cleveland Fraser
Professor, Politics and International Affairs; Coordinator, APEC

Donald Gordon
Executive Director, Riley Institute; Professor, Politics and International Affairs

Jim Guth
William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor, Politics and International Affairs; Senior Distinguished Fellow, Riley Institute; Distinguished Scholar for the Tocqueville Center


Katherine "Kate" Kaup 白荷婷
James B. Duke Professor of Asian Studies and Politics and International Affairs


Robert L’Arrivee
Assistant Professor, Politics & International Affairs

Brent Nelsen
Jane Fishburne Hipp Professor, Politics and International Affairs; Interim Director, The Tocqueville Center

Buket Oztas
Assistant Professor, Politics and International Affairs; Co-chair, Middle East and Islamic Studies

Elizabeth Smith
Professor, Department of Politics and International Affairs; Assistant Faculty Director, The Cothran Center for Vocational Reflection

Staff


Retired Faculty



Aristide Tessitore
Professor Emeritus, Politics and International Affairs