Mark Walker studied philosophy and Japanese studies in Zurich. Between his bachelor’s and master’s degrees, he completed a one-year research stay in Kyoto. His academic focus areas included epistemology, philosophy of language, and philosophy of mind. He is interested in international security and political theory. In his free time, he occasionally takes part in Smash Bros. tournaments. Since April 2026, he serves as regional Co-Head of the Lucerne regional group.