From Competitor to Mentor: Sahijveer Roopra (BA’30) Wins International Sikh Youth Symposium
When trying something new, the outcome is never guaranteed. Success is often less about winning and more about the willingness to learn, grow, and embrace new experiences. That mindset guided Sahijveer Roopra (BA in International Relations and Affairs ’30) as he entered this year’s Sikh Youth Symposium, an annual competition hosted by the Sikh Youth…
Urban Refuge Students Lead Community Cleanup in East Boston
Urban Refuge recently demonstrated its commitment to community engagement by organizing a volunteer neighborhood cleanup in Maverick Square and surrounding streets in East Boston. Held on April 11 in partnership with the City of Boston and several BU student groups, the entirely student‑organized effort brought together 42 volunteers, including students and recent alumni, who collected…
Dean Taylor Highlights Empathy, Resilience, and Global Awareness in Featured Interview
In a recent episode of Diaspora Spotlight, Scott Taylor, Pardee School Dean and Professor of International Relations, joined host and Pardee alumni, Seynedhee Avenie (BA’24, MAIA’25), for a wide‑ranging conversation on the power of community, the importance of global awareness, and the evolving role of the African diaspora in shaping international affairs. The discussion blended…