Prof. Berger in NYT on Japan’s Divided Education Strategy
Thomas Berger points out to The New York Times that “Japan’s simultaneous embrace of nationalism and cosmopolitanism is generating ambiguous signals.”
Prof. Menchik Publishes on Islamic Law and Birth Control
Why the world’s largest Islamic organizations radically changed their interpretations of Islamic law in favor of increased access to birth control.
Dean Adil Najam on NPR on Nobel Peace Prize 2014
Dean Adil Najam was invited by the National Public Radio show All Things Considered to comment on the choice made by the Nobel Committee for the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize.
Prof. Gallagher Launches Report in Washington DC
Prof. Kevin Gallagher launches the new GEGI report “Capital Account Liberalization: The Need for a Balanced Approach” in Washington DC.
Conference on the Future of Urban Asia
The Center for the Study of Asia co-sponsors conference on “The Future is Now: Urban Asia in the 21st Century.”
Former President of Latvia Speaks on the Future of Europe
The former President of Latvia (1999-2007), took a hard-hitting look at the past trajectory, current situation and future challenges faced by Europe and the European Union (EU).
Kevin Gallagher Co-Authors OpEd: “China’s Financial Floodgates”
The article is based on a recent report co-led by Professors Gallagher and Ocampo that was recently launched at the BU Pardee School of Global Studies.
Prof. Keylor on US Response to Ebola
Prof. Keylor reminded the TV news viewers that the last time the US had to confront an infectious disease threat of this type was right after the first world war and the threat of influenza.
Prof. Keylor on Disappearance of North Korean Leader
Prof. William Keylor was asked by the Los Angeles Times (October 6, 2014) to comment on the mysterious disappearance of mysterious North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un.
Schilde & Cappella Receive Grant on Political Economy of Security
The grant will be used to hold a one day workshop at the next annual ISA conference, to be held at New Orleans in March 2015.
African Studies Center Wins $2.3 Million Title VI Grants
The African Studies Center will receive more than $2.3 million to provide fellowships for students and support Africa-focused education.
Prof. Lukes Awarded Medal by the Czech Republic
The medal was awarded to honor Prof. Lukes’ contributions as Honorary Consul General of the Czech Republic in the Boston area and in New England States.
GEGI Report on Managing Financial Globalization Launched
A new report from the Boston Univeristy Global Economic Governance Initiative (GEGI) on “Capital Account Liberalization in China” was released on October 3.
Prof. Rubin Publishes Op-Ed on Brazilian Elections
Whatever the result of the Brazilian elections on October 5, it should be a wake-up call for the country’s business community.
Pardee School Holds Undergrad Event
The Pardee School of Global Studies’ held a welcome event for undergraduates on Thursday, October 2, 2014.
Prof. Grimes on Hong Kong Protests
Prof. William Grimes believes that ongoing citizen protests in Hong Kong have the potential to seriously change the relationship between mainland China and Hong Kong, but they are not likely to change Hong Kong’s status as one of the world’s most important financial markets and global business centers.
BtH: The Future of Espionage
The panel brought together four seasoned experts to discuss trends in global intelligence and where they are headed.
Video of Gitner Family CAS Lecture
A video recording of the first annual Gerald and Deanne Gitner Family CAS Lecture, held on September 18 on the topic of Advancing the human condition: An agenda for research and education, is now available.
Prof. Keylor on ISIS, Iraq & Syria
Prof. William Keylor spoke to Fox25 TV News in Boston, pointing out that the big story here is “not so much the surprise that ISIS came on the scene, but that the Iraqi army collapsed as quickly as it did.”
Former Latvian President Vaira Vike-Freiberga to Speak at BU Pardee School
To mark the launch of the Boston University Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies a series of Inaugural Year Lectures is planned on themes and issues central to the mission and focus of Boston University’s newest School.