Thomas Gauza

Title
Adjunct Assistant Professor
Email
Department
Department of Business Administration
College
College of Business

I am the Director of a District Office in the U.S. Department of Labor, a licensed attorney and a retired Reserve Army officer. I received my B.A. from Loyola University of Chicago (2014 Men's NCAA Volleyball Champions) with majors in history and political science. I received a J.D. from Duke Law School and an M.A. in history from Duke Graduate School. I also hold an M.A. in Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College, which I mostly completed through online training.

I have enjoyed multiple professional opportunities. As a trial attorney, I litigated and resolved complex commercial disputes. I also served as corporation counsel, handling sophisticated issues, including internationally. For six years, I managed a U.S. Senator's office drafting opinions, analysis, and recommendations on Legislative and legal matters, including on the process of impeaching a President, authorizations for the use of force, and financial regulations. As an Army officer, I served the nation for 30 years, deploying to Panama, Bosnia, Kuwait and Iraq. My military career has fostered a deep appreciation of continuing education and a deep respect for individuals seeking to expand their knowledge while simultaneously engaged in a career.

My goal is to facilitate the learning process for students so that upon completion of the course, they can effectively employ their knowledge in their careers. I also believe that teaching serves as a learning opportunity for the instructor. I have often learned valuable information and practical lessons in the process of teaching. Whatever free time I have is devoted to my wife and two daughters, ages 22 and 20. As a Duke graduate, I bleed Duke blue--GO Blue Devils!  

  • J.D. - Juris Doctor (Doctor of Jurisprudence) in Law, Duke University
  • M.A. - Master of Arts in History, Duke University
  • BUSA 390: Business Law
  • BUSW 390: Business Law
  • HLSD 320: Homeland Security Law &Policy
BUSW390 - Business Law, HLSD320 - Homeland Security Law & Policy