The Center for Study of Asia Hosts Conference on Tensions in Taiwan Strait and Role of U.S. Allies
On March 28, 2024, the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies’ Center for the Study of Asia (BUCSA), held a conference titled “Tension in the Taiwan Strait: The Role of U.S. Allies.” Moderated by Thomas Berger, professor of international relations at the Pardee School, the event examined the risks of conflict in the Taiwan Strait…
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…
Navigating Ethiopia’s Crisis: Insights from Dan Connell’s Seminar
In a recent seminar at the African Studies Center, journalist Dan Connell provided a compelling analysis of Ethiopia’s crisis. Drawing on his recent visit and extensive contacts, he highlighted the role of regional leaders and the fragility of the Pretoria Agreement in addressing hostilities.
Exploring the Nuances of Taiwanese Politics with Ryan Hass
In a recent installment of the Taiwan Forum lecture series, Ryan Hass, Director of the John L. Thornton China Center at Brookings and the Chen-Fu and Cecilia Yen Koo Chair in Taiwan Studies, engaged with Pardee School faculty and students in a compelling discussion on pivotal aspects of Taiwanese politics, particularly following the January 2024…
Diwali Delight: Center for the Study of Asia Hosts a Vibrant Celebration
The Center for the Study of Asia, along with the BU Hindi Urdu Program in the Department of World Languages and Literatures successfully hosted their annual Diwali Celebration on Thursday, November 16, 2023. The event turned out to be a resounding success. Attendees were immersed in the joyous atmosphere, celebrating the festival of lights with…
African Studies Center and GDP Center Co-host Engaging Book Talk on Global Leadership
Boston University’s African Studies Center and Global Development Policy Center jointly hosted a compelling book talk featuring Daniel Runde of CSIS. The discussion centered on Runde’s book, urging renewed American global engagement through soft power for effective leadership in a competitive world.
K-Pop: A Century in the Making Draws a Packed Audience
The event, ‘K-Pop: A Century in the Making,’ pulled in a packed audience of eager enthusiasts. Pil Ho Kim’s insightful presentation delved into K-pop’s rich history, leaving the captivated audience with a deeper appreciation for this global phenomenon.
An Enlightening Visit: Former President Fernández
On October 26, 2023, we welcomed former Dominican President Leonel Fernández to a meaningful lunch at the Pardee School of Global Studies. Later, he delivered a captivating lecture on “Globalization & Geopolitics in the Digital Age”, enriching the academic and political discourse.
Rethinking European Identity: Insights from Kundnani’s Book Talk
Center for the Study of Europe explored the intricate layers of European identity during Hans Kundnani’s ‘Eurowhiteness’ book talk. This discussion challenged conventional narratives, shedding light on the historical roots of European identity, its complex evolution, and the influence of colonial motivations. A thought-provoking exploration that left an engaged audience reevaluating established perceptions.
Vanessa Nakate’s Impactful Visit to Boston Culminates in African Studies Center’s 70th Gala
Vanessa Nakate, a prominent climate activist, Nobel Prize nominee, and Time Magazine cover feature, embarked on a transformative journey to Boston, where her visit left an indelible mark on various communities and culminated in the celebration of the 70th anniversary gala for the African Studies Center, which took place on September 29, 2023. Vanessa Nakate’s…
Pardee Works: Careers in Intelligence Agencies
To kick off the academic year, the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University hosted a Pardee Works event, showcasing insiders’ insights into intelligence careers on September 28, 2023. The panel featured Pardee School professors with distinguished careers in the intelligence community, including: Professor Joseph Wippl, a former overseas Central Intelligence Agency…
Challenging Times for Pakistan Supreme Court Says Justice Mansoor Ali Shah
Justice Mansoor Ali Shah tells a Pardee School audience, “the legitimacy of my court is under serious threat, and that pains me and every judge of the [Pakistan] Supreme Court very gravely.”
Heroic Espionage: Richard Fecteau’s Story and Cold War Conference
Espionage, covert operations, and heroism were at the forefront on September 21, 2023, during the conference titled “Clandestine Operations Against China During the Early Cold War.” The conference was convened by Prof. John Woodward, in his capacity as a Pardee Center Faculty Research Fellow. Delta Phi Epsilon, the BU chapter of the International Business and…
Lung Yingtai’s Insightful Discourse
On September 18, 2023, Pardee School of Global Studies’ Center for the Study of Asia at Boston University hosted a captivating and exciting signature event, A Look Inside: Taiwanese in a Time of Cross-Strait Crisis with Lung Yingtai, Taiwan’s former Minister of Culture, that provided valuable insights into the intricate challenges facing Taiwan today. This…
Pardee School Hosts Annual Welcome Back Event
On September 6, 2023, Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies welcomed its undergraduate and graduate students back to campus with an event centered around Pardee community building and facilitating student-faculty interaction. The event provided Pardee School students the opportunity to get to know their faculty mentors in an informal setting. Students also learned more about the…
Storella and Weinstein Host the U.S. Department of State, International Visitor Leadership Program
This past Wednesday, September 13th, Ambassador Mark Storella, Professor of the Practice of Diplomacy at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies and Director of the School’s African Studies Center, and Lt Gen Jack Weinstein, USAF (Ret), Professor of the Practice of International Security at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies hosted…
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…
Heine Panels at Hemispheric Security Conference
Professor Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies and Interim Director of the Frederick S. Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer-Range Future, was invited to Miami, Florida on May 1-2, 2023 to speak at Florida International University for the VIII Hemispheric Security Conference. The VIII Hemispheric…
Garčević Panels Seminar on Religion and Geopolitics
On May 4, 2023, Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, spoke at the seminar Religion and Geopolitics: Epiphany or Apocalypse?, which featured scholars, practitioners, and experts from Europe, the US, and Africa. The European Institute of Public Administration organized this training…
Woodward Keynotes Law Day Commemoration Event
On May 1, 2023, John D. Woodward, Jr., a Professor of the Practice of International Relations at the Pardee School of Global Studies, was the featured speaker at the annual Law Day commemoration event hosted by the Virginia Mountain Valley Lawyers’ Alliance at Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia. Woodward began his talk by discussing the…