Beth Simmons

Beth A. Simmons is an American academic and notable international relations scholar. She is currently Director of the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University and Clarence Dillon Professor of International Affairs at the Department of Government. Her research interests include international relations, political economy, international law, and international human rights law compliance. Simmons was born in California and attended Monta Vista High School in Cupertino, California where she excelled in speech, debate, and music. She earned a BA in political science and philosophy with summa cum laude from the University of Redlands, an MA in international relations from the University of Chicago, and an MA and PhD...