Degrees of Power: How Education Became the Frontline of Global Influence

Authors

  • Craig Buying Air Combat Command Author

Abstract

The piece argues that education has evolved into a critical instrument of geopolitical influence and soft power. Dr. Buying contrasts American educational soft-power strategies with China's aggressive expansion of educational initiatives in Africa, arguing education should be treated as doctrine-embedded statecraft.

Author Biography

  • Craig Buying, Air Combat Command
    Dr. Craig Buying is a musician and futurist whose background encompasses academia, music, military service, and innovation. He currently supports Air Combat Command Public Affairs. He holds a Doctorate in Music from Stony Brook University and a Master's degree in Innovation from Arizona State University.

Published

2025-01-01

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): Issue 1

Section

Insight