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The Joint Special Operations University (JSOU) Press is excited to announce its Call for Papers for Academic Year 2025! This is an opportunity for SOF practitioners, educators, and scholars to contribute to critical discussions that shape the future of special operations. Learn more and submit your work to help drive USSOCOM’s PEOPLE, WIN, and TRANSFORM initiatives: https://lnkd.in/eyrqwhg2 #SOF #USSOCOM #JSOU #AcademicResearch JSOU Press USSOCOM

In recent JSOU Press publication, “Russia’s Syria Policy: From the Soviet Union to the Russian Federation,” author Arman Mahmoudian, Ph.D. explores how this historical bond between Russia and Syria weaves through the centuries, evolving from ancient ties into the complex, multi-faceted relationship we see today. Additionally, this monograph examines the evolution of the relationship between Russia and Syria—from its roots through the cold war and rise of the Assad dynasty to the Syrian civil war and beyond. Syria's position in Russia's foreign policy has always been intertwined with the Kremlin's strategic chess game against other great powers. This narrative can be stretched back to the 11th century, when the Orthodox rivalry between Kievan Rus and Byzantium set the stage for future alliances. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gJMTAv-H #JSOUPress #JSOU #Russia #Syria #historicallessons

SOCOM's PEOPLE Line of Effort focuses on enhancing SOF's service-like responsibilities, including talent management and force sustainability. If you have insights or innovative ideas, consider submitting your paper to JSOU Press for Academic Year 2025. Your contributions can help shape the future of special operations. More Info: https://lnkd.in/eGBbb7HD #SOF #JSOU #TalentManagement

Dr. Paul "PB" Brister, the new President of Joint Special Operations University (JSOU), brings decadesof experience in both Special Operations and strategic civilian roles to his leadership. With a deep commitment to the university's mission, Dr. Brister is focused on building upon JSOU’s legacy of excellence. He highlights JSOU’s commitment to leadership development, enlisted education, and SOF-peculiar courses that shape the next generation of warfighters. Looking ahead, JSOU aims to adapt to new challenges, including integrating big data, AI, and autonomous systems into its curriculum. Dr. Brister invites collaboration to continue advancing the mission of JSOU and SOCOM.

The Joint Special Operations University (JSOU) invites you to attend a one-hour Fireside Chat with Mr. Dan Rice, President of the American University Kyiv (AUK) and former Special Advisor to the Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Dr. Bill Mengel, JSOU SO/LIC, will host the event diving into Mr. Rice's extensive experience and exploring topics relevant to the SOF Enterprise. Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024 Time: 0900 – 1000 Location: Eagle Claw Auditorium, JSOU Campus USSOCOM

The Joint Special Operations University (JSOU) Press is excited to announce its Call for Papers for Academic Year 2025! This is an opportunity for SOF practitioners, educators, and scholars to contribute to critical discussions that shape the future of special operations. Learn more and submit your work to help drive USSOCOM’s PEOPLE, WIN, and TRANSFORM initiatives: https://lnkd.in/eGBbb7HD #SOF #USSOCOM #JSOU #AcademicResearch

The Joint Special Operations University (JSOU) Press is excited to announce its Call for Papers for Academic Year 2025! This is an opportunity for SOF practitioners, educators, and scholars to contribute to critical discussions that shape the future of special operations. Learn more and submit your work to help drive USSOCOM’s PEOPLE, WIN, and TRANSFORM initiatives: https://lnkd.in/eGBbb7HD #SOF #USSOCOM #JSOU #AcademicResearch

What are the current challenges and solutions to SOF recruiting in 2024? JSOU's '23-'24 non-resident fellow Mr. Jason Schenker provides unique perspective and analysis on the economic and demographic challenges to military recruiting and how this affects the ability of #USSOCOM to achieve its mission objectives. Mr. Schenker also discusses potential solutions to address these challenges and improve #DOD and #SOF recruiting outcomes. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eZEw8RKn

Russia is known for its malign influence operations, which it employs to produce warfighting advantages that neutralize the effectiveness of conventional forms of deterrence. #Russia employs influence strategies both against its own citizens and against its foreign adversaries. In our #JSOUsnapshot series we explore the question, "What is Russia’s malign influence strategy and what are the effects?" Watch and learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ewDRQDrs

What do you think you know about Russian Intelligence and Security Services? #ICYMI Dr. Kevin Riehle is interviewed by Mr. Mike Parrott on Russian Intelligence and Security Services. Watch the recording here: https://lnkd.in/eE9W6iQm Dr. Riehle has over 30 years’ experience and is a veteran U.S. national security community veteran, with tours in the FBI, National CI Center, DIA and the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence. He currently lecturers on intelligence and security studies at the Brunel University in London. Kevin has authored two books, the first is titled Russian Intelligence: A Case based Study of Russian Services and Missions Past and Present and his second book that was released 1 March 2024, titled The Russian FSB.