From Competitor to Mentor: Sahijveer Roopra (BA’30) Wins International Sikh Youth Symposium
When trying something new, the outcome is never guaranteed. Success is often less about winning and more about the willingness to learn, grow, and embrace new experiences. That mindset guided Sahijveer Roopra (BA in International Relations and Affairs ’30) as he entered this year’s Sikh Youth Symposium, an annual competition hosted by the Sikh Youth…
Student Spotlight: Josie Kalbfleisch (BA’27) Explores Language, Culture, and Community in Uruguay
When Josie Kalbfleisch (BA in International Relations ’27) set out for Montevideo, Uruguay, this summer through the University Study Abroad Consortium (USAC), she was looking for more than just a study abroad experience. Drawn by the opportunity to strengthen her Spanish skills and immerse herself in a region she had never explored before, Kalbfleisch spent…
Center for the Study of the Longer-Range Future Announces 2026 Graduate Summer Fellows
The Frederick S. Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer-Range Future welcomed eight Boston University graduate students as the 2026 cohort of its Graduate Summer Fellows Program. Running from May 26 through July 31, the 10-week fellowship provides master’s and doctoral students with the opportunity to conduct independent, future-oriented, policy-relevant research while participating in…
Alexia Nastasia Awarded the Harold C. Case Scholarship
Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies is proud to announce that Alexia Nastasia (BA ’27) has been awarded the prestigious Harold C. Case Scholarship for the 2026–2027 academic year. Embodying the outstanding scholarly spirit of the Case Scholarship, Nastasia is pursuing a double major in International Relations and Sociocultural Anthropology, with minors…
Dabria Taylor (BAIR’27) Earns a Spot in Coveted PPIA Fellowship Program
In conversation with Pardee’s rising senior Daria Taylor (BAIR’27) who recently landed the prestigious PPIA fellowship.
Sabrina Benedetti and Miya Peterson Receive Prestigious Provost’s Scholars Awards
Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies is proud to announce that Sabrina Benedetti (BA ’28) and Miya Peterson (BA ’28) have been selected as recipients of the Provost’s Scholars Award, a prestigious university honor recognizing sophomore students who demonstrate intellectual curiosity and ambition, and a willingness to push beyond traditional academic boundaries….
Pardee Students See Global Governance and Challenges First-hand in Geneva
At a time of profound challenges to multilateral diplomacy, Boston University students found reasons for hope this summer at the heart of global governance: taking advantage of international Geneva, Switzerland. During the month of June 2026, students who were enrolled in BU’s study abroad class, IR 421/621, or “Global Governance and Global Challenges,” engaged with…
BUCSA Announces Winners of Inaugural Student Paper Contest
At the end of the 2026 academic year, Boston University’s Center for the Study of Asia announced the winners of their inaugural Student Paper Prize Contest! This highly competitive award gifted undergraduate students with $300 and a graduate student with a $750 prize. The broad criteria led to an impressive submission pool spanning a range…
Rida Ali Awarded the Harold C. Case Scholarship
Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies is proud to announce that Rida Ali (BA ’27) has been awarded the prestigious Harold C. Case Scholarship for the 2026–2027 academic year. The Case Scholarship is one of the highest honors accorded to undergraduate students at BU, recognizing outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and scholarly potential….
Student Spotlight: Kaitlynn Cherry (Pardee ’27) Selected to Represent the US at 2026 APEC Youth Engagement Workshop
Kaitlynn Cherry (Pardee ’27, BA International Relations & Affairs and Chinese) has been awarded a fellowship to participate in the 2026 APEC Youth Engagement Workshop, organized by the Education Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Boston on behalf of the Taiwan Ministry of Education. Each APEC member economy is permitted to nominate…
Students Shine at ASC African Theater Night
Each spring semester, the Pardee School’s African Studies Center (ASC) brings together students, faculty, and the wider community for its annual African Theater Night and Community Dinner. This year, a full house of over 55 audience members gathered on April 28th, to enjoy another evening of celebrating language, culture, and creativity. Students in the African…
Pardee Celebrates Class of 2026 in 12th Convocation Ceremony
The Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University celebrated the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 at its 12th convocation ceremony on May 16th, 2026. The ceremony honored the school’s undergraduate and graduate degree recipients. Dean Scott Taylor greeted graduates alongside their families and friends, congratulating them on a range of accomplishments,…
Atlas Conference 2026: Student Research Highlights Resilience in a Changing Global Order
Written by Fabian Salvador (BA IR and Latin American Studies ’26) On Friday, April 24, 2026 the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies hosted its annual Atlas Conference where graduate students presented their research on a variety of issues. As a student-led initiative, this event celebrated the countless hours dedicated to writing, editing, and…
Urban Refuge Celebrates 10 Years and Unveils New Website
Urban Refuge, the refugee resource initiative launched a decade ago, has reached a major milestone with the debut of its new website, UrbanRefugeMap.org. Originally developed in 2016 as part of Professor Noora Lori’s “Forced Migration Policy Incubator” course, the project has since evolved into a signature Pardee School effort involving dozens of students and alumni….
Students Present Research in Pardee’s First Public Defense Forum
At Pardee’s first-ever Defense Forum, undergraduate and graduate student present their research in a conference-style setup.
Urban Refuge Students Lead Community Cleanup in East Boston
Urban Refuge recently demonstrated its commitment to community engagement by organizing a volunteer neighborhood cleanup in Maverick Square and surrounding streets in East Boston. Held on April 11 in partnership with the City of Boston and several BU student groups, the entirely student‑organized effort brought together 42 volunteers, including students and recent alumni, who collected…
Gilman Grant Takes Student to Norway for Spring Break
During Spring Break 2026, Madison (Maddie) Keefer (BAIR ’25, MAIA ’26) traveled to Tromsø, Norway with support from the Gilman Grant to conduct qualitative field research for her master’s thesis. Established through the generous support of Lynda Gilman, the grant empowers graduate students to pursue self-directed research for their MA Papers and Capstone projects. While…
Living BU’s Values: Jessica Lee on Service, Inclusion, and Healthcare Access
Jessica Lee (CGS’24, Pardee BA’26) is one of the featured voices in Boston University’s Living Our Values video series, which highlights how members of the BU community bring the University’s core values to life through their everyday work. Since the launch of the Living Our Values initiative in 2024 by President Gilliam, these values (integrity,…
Cole Hecker (BA IR ’26) Brings Fieldwork to Life in Zambia’s Copper Belt
During the 2026 spring break, Cole Hecker (BA IR ’26), traveled to Zambia to conduct original field research on critical mineral supply chains and international partnerships. The trip capped a year‑long directed study under Professor of the Practice of Diplomacy and former US Ambassador to Zambia, Mark Storella, and combined academic research with on‑the‑ground engagement…
Urban Refuge Wins Crowdfunding Award, Charts Next Phase
In January 2026, the Pardee School’s Urban Refuge project was announced as the recipient of over $5,000 through BU Crowdfunding support! Urban Refuge originated in 2016 as a classroom project developed by students in the “Forced Migration Policy Incubator” course taught by Dr. Noora Lori, Associate Professor of International Relations and Director of the Middle…