Dr. Michael Loriaux

Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Michael Loriaux. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Michael Loriaux is a professor in the Department of Political Science at Northwestern University. His research focuses on European unification, post-nationhood, and the critical theory surrounding these themes. Loriaux has critically examined the concept of European unification, addressing its implications through his notable works such as 'France Hegemony: International Change Financial Reform' and 'European Union Deconstruction Rhineland Frontier,' the latter of which was awarded the Charles Taylor Prize. He explores the geopolitical and economic forces that challenge liberal ideology and engages with themes of power and resistance. Loriaux currently directs the FIG-Buffett-ENS faculty-doctoral student meditation on Covid-19, and teaches courses on critical theory and interpretive methods. His scholarly contributions also include books and articles that tackle moral action in international politics and the interpretive methodologies influential in contemporary political science discourse. Loriaux co-founded the French Interdisciplinary Group and has been active in dual PhD programs with prestigious French institutions, thereby blending American and European academic approaches.

Research Interests

Awards

#

Charles Taylor Award

#

Gabriel Almond Award

Courses

PS 308 Critical Theory Study of Politics PS 408 Interpretive Critical Approaches Study of Politics PS 447 Critical Studies in World Politics

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.