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China’s Modernization: Path and Implications: A Lecture by Justin Yifu Lin (04.13.26)
Please join us for the 2026 Anthony C. Janetos Memorial Distinguished Lecture with Justin Yifu Lin, Former Chief Economist of the World Bank and Dean of the Institute of New Structural Economics at Peking University. Moderated by Min Ye, Professor of International Relations & Interim Director, Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer-Range Future, Boston University. China's Modernization: Path and Implications Monday, April 13, 2026 • 4 to 5:30 PM Rajan Kilachand Center for Integrated Life Sciences... More
Demystifying Academic Publishing: A Workshop with Robert Dreesen of Cambridge University Press (05.01.26)
Join us on Friday, May 1 for a workshop with Robert Dreesen, Publisher at Cambridge University Press. In this session, you'll learn how to navigate the academic publishing landscape, including: Crafting a compelling book proposal that stands out Identifying the right press and approaching editors effectively Understanding the peer-review process Negotiating contracts with confidence Common pitfalls to avoid (and tips for first-time authors) Whether you're preparing your first monograph, revising a dissertation, or exploring your next project, More
The Once and Future World Order (02.13.26)
Join us at the Pardee School of Global Studies on Friday, February 13, for a book talk by Amitav Acharya, UNESCO Chair in Transnational Challenges and Governance and Distinguished Professor at the School of International Service, American University. Moderated by Min Ye, Professor of International Relations & Interim Director, Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer-Range Future, Boston University. In his book, The Once and Future World Order: Why Global Civilization Will Survive the Decline... More
Winter Open House at the Pardee Center (12.02.25)
Please join us from 5 to 6:30 PM on Tuesday, December 2, for a Winter Open House at the Pardee Center (67 Bay State Road). Wine, beer, and other beverages will be available, along with festive treats. 2025 marks the 25th anniversary of the Frederick S. Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer-Range Future at Boston University, which was established in 2000 through the generosity of the late Frederick S. Pardee, who earned both undergraduate... More
Universities in Ages of Authoritarianism: Higher Education in the US and China (11.17.25)
Join us on Monday, November 17, for a lecture by William C. Kirby, T. M. Chang Professor of China Studies at Harvard University and Spangler Family Professor of Business Administration at the Harvard Business School. The subject of the talk will by Kirby's recent book, released this year in paperback with a new preface, Creating the Modern University from Germany to America to China. Monday, November 17 • 5 to 6:15 PM Pardee School of Global Studies, More