Dr. Steven Lamy

Professor

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Biography

Professor Steven Lamy is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Political Science at the University of Southern California. His research focuses on international relations theory, employing English School traditions, and foreign policy analysis, particularly regarding European states and global governance as it pertains to human security and environmental issues. Lamy has been actively involved in various academic roles, including serving as the Program Chair for the 2004 International Studies Association Annual Conference and as Director of Education in USC's Center for Excellence in Teaching. He earned his Ph.D. in Comparative International Studies from the University of Denver in June 1980, following an M.A. in the same field in 1975 and a B.A. in Political Science from Siena College in 1973. He has received several awards for his innovative teaching methods and contributions to academia, including the Mellon Mentoring Award in 2014 and the California Council for Social Sciences Outstanding Higher Education Professor award in 2012. Lamy's career reflects a commitment to advancing understanding in international relations and fostering academic excellence among his students.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

2015-07-01 — 2017-06-30

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Served as Vice Dean for Academic Programs and engaged in teaching and research in Political Science.

Awards

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Mellon Mentoring Award Undergraduate

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Outstanding Higher Education Professor

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USC Innovative Teaching Award

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USC Associates Award for Excellence in Teaching

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.