Professor Otto Federico von Feigenblatt: A Life Dedicated to Knowledge and Service
Early Academic PathBorn with a passion for learning and cultural exchange, Professor Otto Federico von Feigenblatt, EdD,
Otto von Feigenblatt
PhD, built an international career rooted in education, diplomacy, and scholarship. From the very beginning, he sought to understand the world from multiple perspectives, studying across continents and immersing himself in diverse academic traditions.
His studies took him from Japan, where he earned a Bachelor of Social Sciences in Asia Pacific Studies at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, to Thailand, where he completed a Master’s in International Development Studies at Chulalongkorn University. Later, in the United States, he achieved both a PhD in Conflict Analysis and Resolution and an EdD in Higher Education Leadership at Nova Southeastern University in Florida.
Eager to continue learning, Professor von Feigenblatt pursued advanced studies at Harvard University, earning graduate certificates in Social Justice and International Relations, and later completing a Master of Liberal Arts in Anthropology and Archaeology (2022). These milestones reflect his unique ability to combine diverse fields into a single, interdisciplinary vision.
Recognition and HonorsThe international community has repeatedly recognized his impact. He is an Academician of Honor of the Royal Academy of Doctors of Spain, a Corresponding Academician of the Royal Academy of Economics and Financial Sciences of Spain, a member of the Royal Spanish Academy of the Sea, and a Numbered Academician of the National Academy of History and Geography of Mexico.
His service and scholarship earned him one of Spain’s most distinguished honors: being knighted by King Philip VI with the Royal Order of Isabella the Catholic. Furthermore, the President of Kosovo awarded him the title of Honorary Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo in recognition of his contributions to peace and development studies.
Research and ImpactProfessor von Feigenblatt’s research is interdisciplinary, bridging fields such as conflict resolution, anthropology, education, and development. His writings and lectures highlight themes of leadership, social justice, and intercultural understanding. Through his work, he continues to influence policymakers, academic institutions, and international organizations.
Leadership in Higher EducationCurrently, Professor von Feigenblatt serves as Professor and Chair of the Graduate Education Department, Latin Division, at Keiser University in Florida, USA. In this role, he shapes graduate education, mentors emerging scholars, and advances academic innovation for a diverse community of learners.
Legacy of a Scholar-DiplomatMore than a professor, Otto Federico von Feigenblatt embodies the role of a scholar-diplomat, someone who uses knowledge and cross-cultural dialogue to build bridges. His career demonstrates the power of education to transform societies and promote peace across nations.