Pardee Career Night 2025: A Celebration of Connection, Purpose, and Possibility

On April 1st, the Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University hosted its second annual Career Night, welcoming more than 15 diverse organizations, career resources, and a vibrant mix of students, alumni, and professionals. The event provided a dynamic space for students to explore career pathways, engage with potential employers, and connect with Pardee…

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Expert on Call: Alum Daniel Gonzalez Offers Key Career Insights to Pardee Students

Alum Daniel Gonzalez (BA ‘19) shares his career journey and industry expertise with Pardee students in the latest Expert on Call session.

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Reviving Tradition with Innovation: Ajami Readers in Wolof, Mandinka, and Hausa

Frederick S. Pardee School’s Readers in Ajami (RIA) project has developed three African Ajami Readers in Wolof, Mandinka, and Hausa.

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Expert on Call – Interactive Career Conversations

After the initial successful launch in February, Pardee Career Services hosted another insightful session of Expert on Call on Friday, March 28, 2025, an interactive career chat designed to help students explore career paths in international relations. This month’s featured expert, Eric Siriprakorn (Pardee BA ‘06), shared his experiences navigating the fields of government contracting,…

Insights from Public Diplomacy Event

On Thursday, February 13th, Pardee Career Services hosted an inspiring “Pardee to Public Diplomacy.” The event featured Justin Dynia (Citizenship Diplomacy Manager, WorldBoston), Melinda Monzione (Director of Global Partnerships, Museum of Fine Arts), and Matthew Wong (Public Affairs Officer, Consulate General of Canada in Boston), moderated by Pardee Master’s in International Relations student Hannah Mefferd….

Pardee School Unveils Its First Magazine Issue

Pardee School launches its inaugural magazine issue spotlighting the The Next Generation of Global Leaders.

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From UN to NGOs: Pardee School Takes Manhattan

“I have yet to meet a Pardee alum without a great story to tell,” reflected Sonia Liang, Director of Career Services at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, during the school’s recent graduate student networking trip to New York City. Liang elaborated on the impact of the school’s network: “Whether it’s what…

Urban Refuge Alumni Reunion Highlights Careers and Impact

On November 18, the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies hosted a career networking roundtable as part of Professor Dr. Noora Lori’s Urban Refuge Reunion Initiative, bringing together alumni from the 2016 Forced Migration and Human Trafficking class with the 2024 cohort. Six distinguished alumni—Meaghan Delaney, Sara Lopez Gonzalez, Ellie Hitt, Raina Kadavil, Victoria…

Pardee School Hosts Intimate Discussion with Former CIA Officer

Students at the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies gained a unique insider’s perspective on careers in intelligence and global risk management during a recent breakfast briefing. On November 12th, the school welcomed Darrell M. Blocker, former CIA officer, for an intimate roundtable event. Gathered around a single table, students explored topics ranging from…

Pardee Works: Careers in Money and Impact

At Pardee School’s Careers in Money and Impact event, Professor Jonathan Greenacre alongside Pardee alumni from sectors spanning energy, law, and finance shared insights with students on merging international relations expertise with impactful careers, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, networking, and adaptability in today’s job market.

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Pardee Works: Careers in Intelligence and Defense

To kick off the semester, Pardee Career Services hosted Pardee Works: Careers in Intelligence and Defense on September 19,  featuring an engaging panel of experts. The event brought together Professor John Woodward, a former CIA officer, alum Noah Riley from the Department of State, and another accomplished alum from the Department of Justice. The conversation…

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Pardee Career Night 2024: Igniting Pathways to Success

Wednesday, April 10 2024, marked an extraordinary milestone for career development at Pardee, as the school hosted its largest career event of the year: Pardee Career Night. With over 100 enthusiastic students and alumni in attendance, alongside 25 employer representatives and many of the faculty and staff, the atmosphere was electric. The event was a…

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Pardee U.S. Intelligence Community Networking Night

Professor John Woodward Jr., in collaboration with Pardee Career Services, recently hosted a dynamic and enlightening event – the Pardee U.S. Intelligence Community Networking Night on March 25th, 2024. This exciting occasion brought together Pardee students with representatives from the CIA, DIA, FBI, NGA, NSA, and ODNI, providing a unique platform for students to learn…

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Pardee Works: Career Conversation with Diplomat in Residence

On Wednesday, February 21, the Pardee School of Global Studies, welcomed Michelle Kayser, the New England Diplomat in Residence, for an insightful session on diplomatic careers within the U.S. State Department. Additionally, attendees had the privilege of hearing from Professor Mark Storella, former US ambassador, adding further depth and firsthand experience to the discussion. Kayser’s…

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Pardee Works: Careers in Money and Impact

Pardee Career Services hosted the second Pardee Works installment on October 25, 2023, providing students with valuable insights into finance and economics careers promoting global well-being. Panelists, including alumni Lubna Maria Elia and Ali Ammar, explored strategies for navigating the intersection of public and private sectors, emphasizing long-term goals and the importance of bringing value to employers. The series, a platform for professionals and students, demystifies career paths within global studies.

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