Oxford University Strategic Studies Group

Oxford University Strategic Studies Group is the oldest student society focusing on international affairs at the University of Oxford. OUSSG is dedicated to hosting speakers on issues of defence, security and foreign policy.

 

Executive Committee

Professor Peter Wilson - Senior Member

Prof Peter Wilson, BA (Hons), PhD, FRHistS has served as senior member of OUSSG since 2017 . His research focuses on military history, particularly War in seventeenth to nineteenth century world history, the social, cultural, political or military history of German-speaking Europe and European history from 1500-1800. He has a long and distinguished history of lecturing in History and is currently the Chichele Professor of the History of War and has been a fellow of All Souls since 2015.

Justin Lee - President

Justin Lee reads History at Harris Manchester College. Prior to matriculating in Oxford, Justin served as a Platoon Commander in the Singapore Armed Forces. Within strategic studies, he is particularly interested in civil-military relations, Asia-Pacific affairs, and the operational support and financial aspects of defence studies. As President, Justin seeks to continue to build strong partnerships with stakeholders and explore more opportunities for the society to gain practical knowledge of strategic studies.

Justin Huff - Vice President

Justin Huff reads PPE at St. Hilda’s College. He is primarily interested in exploring aspects of naval and grand strategy, particularly related to contemporary American national security issues in the Indo-Pacific and the changing nature of Transatlantic cooperation. As Vice President, Justin aims to establish broader connections with strategic studies groups at other universities and organize absolutely amazing wargames.

Hans Deepak - Secretary

Hans Deepak reads History and Politics at St. Catherine’s College. As someone of Chinese and Indian heritage living in India, he became interested in strategic studies as he sought to understand the dynamics of border conflict and grand strategy in the region. His interests in the field include Asia-Pacific affairs, defence economics, non-state actors and counterinsurgency policy, and the operational and strategic aspects of ongoing conventional and non-conventional conflicts.

Rafael Leon-Villapalos - Treasurer

Rafael Leon-Villapalos reads History at St Hugh’s College. He is particularly interested in diplomacy and how great power strategy has evolved over time, with a focus on Central Europe and the Balkans. Rafael is also interested in how the character of warfare affects defence expenditure. He aims to help responsibly manage the society's finances and reach out to speakers on diplomacy and grand strategy.

Cora Partridge - Development Director

Cora Partridge reads PPE at Balliol College. She got her start in strategic studies as an intern for the U.S. Naval War College, where she supported research and audited lectures in the Strategy and Policy department. Cora is interested in grand strategy and diplomatic relations, especially in the Middle East. During her tenure as Development Director, Cora aims to expand OUSSG outreach efforts across the undergraduate, postgraduate and professional communities.

Matilda Devison - Technology Director

Matilda Devison reads PPE at Corpus Christi College. Within strategic studies, she is particularly interested in historical strategy, diplomacy and conflict resolution. In her tenure as Technology Director, Matilda aims to maintain an efficient technological system and build the OUSSG’s brand.

If you have a matter you’d like to reach out to the committee about, you can contact either President Justin Lee at justin.lee@hmc.ox.ac.uk or Vice President Justin Huff at justin.huff@st-hildas.ox.ac.uk.