Slobodian Co-Directs Major Conference on Global Economic History

Professor Quinn Slobodian, named one of the World's 25 Top Thinkers by Prospect UK, co-directed a major conference bringing together eleven emerging scholars examining economic transformation across four continents. The History and Political Economy Project's 2024 grantee conference explored themes from banking privatization to labor politics at global ports. More

Igor Lukes Awarded Czech Diplomatic Achievement Medal

Professor Igor Lukes, Honorary Consul General of the Czech Republic in Boston, has received the Medal for Merit in Diplomacy from Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský. The prestigious award recognizes exceptional contributions to Czech diplomacy and foreign relations. More

Dean Scott Taylor Highlights Resilience and Innovation at 12th Global Assembly of the World Movement for Democracy

Dean Scott Taylor attended the 12th Global Assembly of the World Movement for Democracy in Johannesburg, where over 500 leaders convened to address global democratic challenges. Taylor, an expert in African politics, highlighted the resilience of pro-democracy movements and the inspiring role of young leaders in shaping the future of democracy worldwide. More

Mako Nominated for Two University-Wide Teaching Awards

Professor Shamiran Mako has been nominated for two prestigious teaching honors: the 2025 Metcalf Award for Excellence in Teaching and the 2025 Provost's Scholar-Teacher of the Year Award. These nominations recognize her exceptional contributions to both scholarship and teaching in international relations and Middle Eastern politics. More