Anthony Szczurek completed his Ph.D. in the Virginia Tech Alliance for Social, Political, Ethical and Cultural Thought (ASPECT) program in early 2019.  His research interests include India's growing global influence and international climate politics.  Dr. Szczurek’s dissertation examined the evolution of the Indian state's political imaginary of climate change.  He previously received his master’s degree in international affairs and bachelor’s degree in psychology from the New School.