Dr. Susan Pharr

Associate Professor

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Biography

Susan J. Pharr is an esteemed scholar and educator noted for her contributions to the understanding of Japanese politics and its societal implications. As the Edwin O. Reischauer Professor of Japanese Politics, Emerita, at Harvard University, she has been a significant figure in the field of government and international relations. Pharr has served as a Senior Adviser for the US-Japan Relations Program at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs, which reflects her expertise in the social and political dynamics of East Asia. Her research interests encompass democracy and civil society, focusing on environmental politics and the role of women in politics. With a distinguished academic career, she has mentored numerous students and contributed to various scholarly discussions on the relevance of political frameworks in contemporary society.

Research Interests

Requirements for Harvard University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).