The DSU Policy Lab
The Dakota State University Policy Lab produces analysis and applied research on the intersection between (1) cyber/emerging/disruptive technologies; and (2) policy, strategic competition, and international security.
It also serves as a professional development and cohesion hub for DSU students pursuing Cyber Leadership and Intelligence (CLI), and others pursuing careers in national defense and intelligence.
“On the way to the first truly global world order, the great human achievements of technology must be fused with enhanced powers of humane, transcendent, and geo-political judgment.”- Henry Kissinger
DSU Policy Lab Student Fellows Program
Academic Year 2026-2027
- Professional development and meeting place for students with interest in defense and intelligence careers.
- Requires commitment to design, organize, and execute events and research projects.
- Open to undergraduate, graduate, on campus, and remote students.
- Opportunity to train for and compete in the March 30-April 2, 2027 undergraduate Strategy Competition hosted by the University of South Florida.
How to apply
To apply, email the following to jim.cahill@dsu.edu by October 12th, 2026
- Statement of interest: why are you a good fit for this program?
- 2Discuss a current national security challenge that interests you.
- Example issues include U.S.-PRC strategic competition and the future of NATO. Your discussion should be no longer than 1000 words.
- Resume
Policy Lab Objectives
Expand collaborations with government and private sector partners to deepen DSU applied research on future national and international security.- Increase student engagement on national security through co-curricular and experiential learning, internships, and career services.
- Incubate new multi-disciplinary relationships across DSU, other SDBOR Universities, and nationally and internationally.
Jim Cahill
Visiting Assistant Professor
Department
College of Arts & Sciences
Contact
Office Location: Beadle Hall
Phone: (605) 256-5270
Email