The long-reigning dictator was overthrown this month, ushering in a new era for a Middle Eastern nation torn apart by civil war. A Texas A&M expert explains how it happened and how the U.S. has responded.

Crocker’s legacy spans a lifetime of service in foreign diplomacy, including six ambassadorships, the Medal of Freedom and transformative leadership at the Bush School.

In a recent visit to Texas A&M, former Bush School dean and six-time ambassador Ryan Crocker discussed the conflict in Gaza and U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.

The career ambassador and former dean of Texas A&M's Bush School said lack of strategic patience by U.S. will boost Islamic militancy worldwide.

30 years after the Berlin Wall came down, the reunification of Germany and the role of President George H.W. Bush were discussed at a Texas A&M European Union Center event.

The former Secretary of Defense and Central Intelligence Agency director discussed the challenges of U.S. national security decision-making during a lecture at Texas A&M.