Curtis D. McGiffin

Biography

A retired Air Force Colonel, Curtis McGiffin spent most of his career serving, supporting, leading, or educating the nuclear enterprise at various levels of command. In addition to serving as Visiting Professor with DSS where he teaches multiple classes in both the master's and doctoral programs, he is a co-founder of the National Institute for Deterrence Studies, a 501(c)3 think tank where he serves as the Vice President for Education. Prior to that, he served as the Associate Dean of the School of Strategic Force Studies at the Air Force Institute of Technology where he led a portfolio of nuclear deterrence education programs for the Air Force's professional continuing education effort. His decorations include the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, two Aerial Achievement medals, and the Air Force Meritorious Civilian Service Award. Finally, Professor McGiffin has published numerous articles and a book chapter on deterrence and participates in a weekly podcast.

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