Ghassan El‑Eid is a Professor of Political Science at Central Connecticut State University, where he has taught since 1989. He earned his education at the American University of Beirut and has decades of experience in international relations and Middle Eastern politics. His teaching covers courses such as terrorism, comparative politics, and global affairs, and he is known for engaging lectures and strong student mentorship. He has contributed to CCSU’s academic community for over three decades, focusing on political science education and international perspectives.