Our Faculty
Ben Gochman, Adjunct Professor
Email: Gochman@du.edu
Education
- PhD, University of Denver, Josef Korbel School of International Studies
- MA, University of Denver, Josef Korbel School of International Studies
- BA, Franklin and Marshall College
Research and Expertise
North American Defense and Security, U.S. - Mexico Defense Relationship, U.S. - Canada Defense Relationship, Transnational Criminal Organizations, Homegrown Terrorism and Islamic Extremism; Homeland and International Security.
Professional Profile
- Adjunct Faculty, Josef Korbel School of International Studies, University of Denver (2006-present)
- Chief, Engagements and Mexico Desk Officer, N-NC/J39 Operations, NORAD and U.S. Northern Command (2011-present)
- Mexico Desk Officer, N-NC/J59 Security Cooperation and Partnership Division, NORAD and U.S. Northern Command (Contractor, Consulting Group of the Americas, LLC) (2006-2011)
- Strategic Communications/Cultural Linguist - Mexico, N-NC/PA Directorate of Public Affairs, U.S. Northern Command (Contractor, Northrop Grumman Defense Mission Systems, Inc.) (2006)
- Senior Research Analyst, Bi-National Planning Group (Contractor, Northrop Grumman Defense Mission Systems, Inc.) (2002-2004)
- Managing Director, Consulting Group of the Americas, LLC (2002-2004)
- Chief Operating Officer, Latin America Trade and Technology Group, LLC (2000-2002)
- Special Assistant to the Director of Communications, Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (1987-1992)
- Presidential Management Intern (1987-1989)
Courses
- North American Defense and Security
- Introduction to Homeland Security
- Homeland Security: Prevention and Mitigation