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The Rise of Violent Non-State Actors

  • 08/26/2025
  • 5:30 PM
  • Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
  • 143

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Dr. Craig Whiteside

Lt. Col., U.S. Army, Retired

Professor, National Security Affairs,
U.S. Naval War College

Dinner Lecture

Overview

        Some view the costly and long wars with Islamic terrorists around the globe as a mistaken distraction. However, many observers believe the ability of violent non-state actors to execute attacks like 9-11 is only increasing. Dr. Whiteside draws on his latest book released this month, Non-state Special Operations: Capabilities and Effects, to explore how violent non-state actors continue to pose a challenge to global stability.

About Our Speaker

        Dr. Craig Whiteside is a Professor of National Security Affairs at the U.S. Naval War College as part of the resident program, Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. He is a senior associate with NWC’s Center on Irregular Warfare and Armed Groups and a fellow at the International Centre for Counter-terrorism – The Hague’s and the George Washington University’s program on extremism. He is a co-author of “The ISIS Reader” (Hurst/Oxford-2019). He holds a doctorate in political science from Washington State University and is a former U.S. Army officer.

        We are honored to present Dr. Whiteside, and look forward to his talk on one of the most pressing subjects of our time.


Menu

  • Salad: California Field Greens Salad with Arugula, Cherry Tomato, Pine Nuts with Shaved Parmesan Lemon & Balsamic Dressing
  • Entree: Sun-Dried Tomato Seared Chicken in a Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce, Creamy Mashed Potatoes and a Sauté of Seasonal Vegetables
  • Vegan/Vegetarian Alternative: Portobello Mushroom, Ratatouille of Eggplant, Zucchini, Bell Pepper, & Ripe Roasted Tomatoes, Creamy Polenta & Sautéed Green Beans
  • Dessert: Strawberry Short Cake with House Made Whipped Cream, Mint Chiffonade & Salinas Valley Strawberries

Registration Deadline:  August 20, 5pm.  Refunds are not available after this date.

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