Anthony L. Russell, Captain, USCG (ret.)
Executive Director
Center for Arctic Study and Policy

Education
- George Mason University Fairfax, VA, M.A. in History
- Marine Corps University Quantico, VA, Master Military Studies
- Florida International University Miami, FL, Master Mass Communications
Courses Taught
- Arctic Area Studies
- Nautical Science
Selected Publications and Presentations
- “Well-Grounded in Seamanship: CGA’s vital contribution to the Service’s enduring operational effectiveness and afloat safety,” Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association Bulletin, published June/July 2018.
- “Countering Maritime Improvised Explosive Devices in U.S. Ports: Options for Reducing Risks and Response Times,” Co-authored FOUO Report by RAND prepared for the Office of the Secretary of Defense, November 2014.
- “Death is Never Far When You Are at Sea,” USA Today.com, Editorial published May 10, 2014
- “Crimea, Climate Change, and U.S. – Russian Relations: A Perfect Storm,” gCaptain.com, Editorial published May 6, 2014
- “Why the Dangerous New Turn for Piracy Matters,” cnn.com, Editorial published April 29, 2014
- “Gulf of Guinea Piracy: Treat the Disease, not the Symptoms,” presented at the Brookings Institute’s Federal Fellow Research Symposium, March 12, 2014
- “Carpe DIEM: Seizing Strategic Opportunity in the Arctic,” Joint Forces Quarterly, Issue 51, 4th Quarter 2008
- “Security with Compassion,” Coast Guard Proceedings: Journal of Safety and Security at Sea, Volume 66 Number 1, Spring 2009
Honors and Awards
- Winner, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Strategic Essay Contest: This annual competition challenges students at the nation’s Professional Military Education institutions to write about significant aspects of national security strategy to stimulate strategic thinking, promote well written research, and contribute to a broader security debate.
- Winner, Command and Staff College Dean’s Writing Award: Recognized for superior research paper among 200 students comprised of leading mid-grade military officers from all services, several Federal agencies and 25 allied nations.
- Most Outstanding Graduate Student (2001-2002), FIU School of Journalism & Mass Communication: Recognized for academic achievements, leadership, and service to the university.
- Kappa Tau Alpha Honor Society: Academic excellence in journalism and mass communication.
- Honor Graduate, Defense Information School, Public Affairs Qualification Course: Two-month training program for Department of Defense communication professionals. Instruction focuses on the foundational elements of the communication planning process; principles and techniques associated with implementing effective communication strategies; and the processes involved in integrating communication into military planning and operations