Dr. Robert Ahdieh

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Biography

Robert B. Ahdieh is the Dean and Anthony G. Buzbee Endowed Dean's Chair at Texas A&M University School of Law. He previously served as K.H. Gyr Professor of Private International Law and Vice Dean at Emory University School of Law. Ahdieh has a profound interest in educational systems and fostering opportunities for underrepresented minorities. His academic background includes a J.D. from Yale Law School, where he was a Senior Editor of the Yale Journal of International Law, and an A.B. from Princeton University, graduating summa cum laude. He has held visiting appointments at numerous prestigious institutions, including Columbia University and the University of British Columbia. His scholarly focus includes Administrative Law, Comparative Law, Federalism, and International Financial Regulation, with a commitment to teaching and mentoring future legal leaders. Ahdieh has received several accolades for his academic contributions, including being a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation and serving as a Chief Guest at international legal conferences.

Research Interests

Experience

Dean

2018-01-01 — Present

Texas A&M University School of Law • Fort Worth, Texas

Serves as Dean, overseeing law school operations, curriculum development, and alumni relations.

K.H. Gyr Professor of Private International Law

2014-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Emory University School of Law • Atlanta, Georgia

Led instruction in Private International Law and directed the Center for Federalism & Intersystemic Governance.

Visiting Professor

2009-01-01 — 2009-01-01

Georgetown University Law Center • Washington, D.C.

Delivered guest lectures on various legal topics.

Visiting Professor

2008-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Columbia University School of Law • New York, New York

Engaged in teaching law at an advanced level.

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.