2005 Headlines

John Hillen, EMBA '04, Appointed Assistant Secretary of State

John Hillen, EMBA 04, was recently appointed Assistant Secretary of State, Political-Military Affairs, by the Bush Administration. Confirmed by the Senate in September, Hillen will manage the international coalitions in Iraq and Afghanistan and recruit nations to take part in military and political operations in the region, among other duties.

As a former military officer, Hillen is a firm believer in duty, honor and serving one's country. Now at his disposal is a $5 billion security assistance budget to provide aid to other countries for security training, joint operations and exercises, and equipment purchases. Although he reports to one of the five undersecretaries working directly for Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice, he will brief Rice and travel with her on occasion.

Hillen brings stellar qualifications to the appointment. He was awarded the Bronze Star for his service during Operation Desert Storm, has written extensively as a public policy scholar in political-military affairs, and has extensive management experience.

Congratulations to John Hillen!