Frederick L. Shiels, Professor/Ph.D., (has) taught at Mercy College for 33 years . He has been Adjunct Professor at Baruch College, Long Island University, and Marist College. He teaches the theory and practice of diplomacy, research, and self presentation in classes on International Organizations, International Relations, American Foreign Policy and U.S. history and politics. HE ALSO HAS WRITTEN AND PUBLISHED POETRY IN THE HUDSON RIVER ANTHOLOGY, WICKER'S CREEK, AND THE NEW VERSE NEWS. The author and editor of five books and numerous articles, he taught in Japan and Latvia for the Fulbright program. He has traveled to 34 countries and encourages students to travel in an informed and happily curious way, and to engage the world through lifelong study, with stress on clear speaking and writing, and the use of new technologies in preparing for international careers– or any career.