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Mark Yaniszewski is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Western University. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy from Carleton University and a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree from the University of Waterloo. His research interests are focused on civil-military relations, particularly the dynamics of military discretion and compliance with civilian authority within democratic contexts. Specifically, he examines the ethical and legal dilemmas faced by military personnel when obeying potentially conflicting directives from elected officials. His most notable projects involve studying Canada’s military contributions to the Iraq War and exploring the implications of bureaucratic discretion in military operations. Yaniszewski has published several peer-reviewed articles and book reviews in prominent journals like the International Journal and Journal of Strategic Studies. He actively contributes to discussions on military ethics and policy, making his work vital in understanding contemporary military engagement.
Western University • London, Ontario, Canada
Teaching courses in political science and conducting research on civil-military relations.
Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.