Rachel Tecott Metz

Rachel Tecott Metz has revolutionized understanding of military strategy and international security through her innovative research and teaching. Currently an Assistant Professor at George Washington University, she specializes in military effectiveness and nuclear strategy. Before joining George Washington University, she served as an Assistant Professor in the Strategic and Operational Research Department at the U.S. Naval War College, where she contributed significantly to the academic discourse on military operations and strategy. Metz earned her PhD in Political Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2021, where she was an integral part of the Security Studies Program. Her doctoral research delved into the United States' strategies for building military capabilities in partner states, a topic that remains central to her scholarly pursuits. Her work is characterized by a keen interest in bureaucratic politics and military innovation, offering fresh insights into the complexities of war studies and the methodologies used to analyze them. Her research interests are diverse yet interconnected, encompassing bureaucratic politics, military operations, military innovation, and the broader spectrum of international security. Metz's work is particularly noted for its methodological rigor and its ability to bridge theoretical concepts with practical applications in military strategy and operations. Her contributions have not only advanced academic understanding but have also informed policy discussions on international security and military innovation. Rachel Tecott Metz continues to be a leading voice in her field, shaping the next generation of scholars and practitioners through her teaching and research. Her dedication to exploring the nuances of military strategy and international security ensures that her work remains at the forefront of contemporary political science discourse.