Pardee School Students Reflect on Impactful Journey with State Dept. Partnership
In a testament to dedication and collaboration, Pardee students Diana Reno, Emma Liu, Shana Weitzen, Arianna Ayaz, Roamah Baray, Pragya Raj Singh, and Keya Bharel Waikar have played pivotal roles in supporting the mission of the Alliance for Afghan Women’s Economic Resilience (AWER), under the guidance of Rachel Brulé, Assistant Professor of Global Development Policy…
Garčević Hosts Diplomatic Exchange on Global Challenges
On March 19, 2024, a delegation of young diplomats from North Macedonia were warmly received by the Pardee School of Global Studies, hosted by Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations. The visit, facilitated by Friends Forever International, a nonprofit educational organization based in New Hampshire, aimed to foster cross-cultural understanding and…
The Role of Eco-Villages in Tanzania
In another installment of the Spring 2024 Walter Rodney Seminar series, the African Studies Center hosted Dr. Christopher Graham, Research Affiliate at the Boston University African Studies Center, on March 25 to lead his presentation, titled “Eco-Villages Revisited: the Role of the Media, Political Ideology, and Public Opinion in Regreening Africa.” In a far-reaching…
Pardee School Appoints Kaija Schilde as Associate Dean of Studies
The Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University is pleased to announce the appointment of Kaija Schilde, Associate Professor of International Relations and Jean Monnet Chair in European Security, as the new Associate Dean of Studies. Schilde will assume her role on July 1, 2024. Schilde, an expert in the political economy…
AWER Summit: Empowering Afghan Women’s Economic Resilience
The Alliance for Afghan Women’s Economic Resilience (AWER) Summit, an initiative of the U.S. Department of State and Boston University Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm EST at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, DC. The summit…
Pardee School Helps Launch “University Network for Afghan Women”
The Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, along with 10 colleges and universities from across the U.S. and beyond launched the “University Network for Afghan Women,”in collaboration with the American University of Afghanistan. Hosted by the U.S.-Afghan Women’s Council, the network is focused on supporting Afghan women and girls who face some of the…
Beyond the Headlines: Conversations about Israel-Palestine
On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, with the support of CURA, Dean Scott Taylor launched a series of conversations about Israel and Palestine. The School’s goal is two-fold. First, to educate our community about the history, politics, and global factors that have led to the contemporary war and devastating bloodshed. Second, and just as important, our…
Welcome Quinn Slobodian: Professor of International History
We are thrilled to welcome Quinn Slobodian to the Pardee School of Global Studies in January 2024. A distinguished historian specializing in modern Germany and international history, Slobodian brings a wealth of knowledge and a global perspective to our community. Slobodian, the author of “Crack-Up Capitalism” and “Globalists,” was recently recognized as one of The…
Pardee School Joins APSIA: Elevating Global Impact
The Pardee School of Global Studies achieves a major milestone, becoming a member of APSIA. This partnership enhances opportunities, global connections, and professional development for students and faculty, fostering collaborative research for a more prosperous, peaceful, and secure world.
Hare Takes the Helm as Interim Director of the Center for Latin American Studies
Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies is pleased to announce the appointment of Ambassador Paul Hare as the Interim Director of the Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS). Ambassador Hare, a Senior Lecturer of International Relations, brings a wealth of diplomatic experience and expertise in intercultural communication, public diplomacy, and Cuban affairs to his…
Pardee Welcomes Five New Faculty Members
The Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University is pleased to welcome five new incoming faculty members — Alexander de la Paz, Assistant Professor of International Security; Aimee Genell, Assistant Professor of International History; Tsitsi Musasike, Professor of the Practice of Global Development Policy; Solomon Owusu, Assistant Professor of Global Economic Policy;…
Nolan Reviews Books on Forensic Anthropology in Latin America
Rachel Nolan, Assistant Professor of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, recently wrote a book review for two books on forensic anthropology in Latin America that was published in the London Review of Books. The article reviewed Still Life with Bones: Genocide, Forensics and What Remains, by Alexa Hagerty,…
Menchik Appointed Director of CURA: The Institute on Culture, Religion, and World Affairs
Jeremy Menchik has been named the new director of CURA: The Institute for Culture, Religion and World Affairs at Boston University. Established in 1985, CURA is the oldest center for the study of religion and world affairs in the United States. Supported by an endowment and grants from funders such as the Henry Luce Foundation…
Garčević Explores Montenegro’s Political Instability
In the wake of the June 11, 2023 Montenegro Parliamentary elections, Radio Slobodna Europe published an article featuring Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies. The article, “Garčević: Montenegro is Entering a Period of Political Instability,” discusses Montenegro’s political instability and how the…
Scott Taylor and Jack Weinstein Present: “Global Security: Challenges & Opportunities for the 21st Century”
The Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies Dean Scott Taylor and Professor of the Practice Jack Weinstein were the featured speakers at recent BU events in Los Angeles and San Francisco. The LA event, hosted by Ali Brodie (Pardee’04) was held at the offices of Fox Rothschild LLP and the San Francisco gathering was…
Nolan Explores Impact of State Violence in El Salvador & Guatemala in Premier Álvarez Seminar
Professor Nolan detailed the nations’ struggle with state violence throughout the century and how U.S. fears of communism as well as subsequent funding for regional military governments contributed to the first large wave of emigrants from both countries, with many immigrating to the U.S.
Pardee School Faculty Share Their Summer Reading
As part of the #GlobalSummerReading campaign, faculty shared their summer reading on topics from racism to statecraft.
IR Review Seeking 2020-20201 Undergraduate Staff
The BU International Relations Review is hiring student writers, editors, anchors, graphic and web designers, and more.
We Stand Against Racism
BU President Robert Brown writes, “the deaths of Black men and women at the hands of racists should shake every other soul in this nation.” Pardee School Dean Adil Najam adds, “It is important for all of us to stand against racism not just in grave times of anguish, but every day and in every way that we can.”
Najam Presents Great Decisions Lecture at WorldBoston
Dean Adil Najam presented the ‘Great Decisions’ lecture – organized by WorldBoston and the WGBH Forum – on Kashmir, India and Pakistan.