Celebrating a Decade of Global Impact
Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies marked its 10th anniversary on April 4, 2025, with a day of panels, discussions, and a gala dinner that brought together faculty, alumni, students, and distinguished guests to reflect on the school’s first decade and envision its future. The celebration, generously sponsored by the Slater Family…
From Pardee to Purpose: A Student’s Journey in Humanitarian Advocacy
Pardee Alum Morgan Cassidy reflects on her humanitarian advocacy journey
Pickering Fellow Michaiah Augustine Brings Diplomatic Experience to Pardee School
Pickering Fellow Michaiah Augustine brings her diplomatic experience from the U.S. Embassy in the Bahamas to the Pardee School, where she combines her passion for international justice with preparation for the U.S. Foreign Service.
Pardee School Hosts Two ‘Beyond the Headlines’ Events in September
The Pardee School hosted two “Beyond the Headlines” events in September. The first examined the global impact of the U.S. presidential election between Trump and Harris, while the second analyzed Venezuela’s contentious elections and their aftermath.
Nolan Reviews Book on the Existence of Cartels
Rachel Nolan, Assistant Professor of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, recently published an article in Harper’s Magazine titled, “Do Cartels Exist?” In the article, Professor Nolan uses her personal experience and references Oswaldo Zavala and Benjamin T. Smith to debate whether cartels really exist. In 2008, a plane…
Heine Quoted on the Future of Latin America’s Economy
On June 21, 2023, Ambassador 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 cited in an article published in Valor Econômico for his expertise on strengthening economies in Latin America. The article, “Improvement in LA…
Heine Discusses Secretary Blinken’s Visit to China
On June 18th, 2023, Ambassador 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, appeared on CGTN Europe to discuss the recent visit of U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, to Beijing to meet with Chinese…
Heine Interviewed on China’s Belt and Road Initiative in Latin America
On May 23, 2023, Ambassador 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, joined The Heat, CGTN America’s prime time talk show, for an interview on their segment “Ten Years of the Belt and Road…
Najam Describes 2022 as a “Year of Malaise”
“Maybe the best thing that can be said about 2022 in international affairs is that it will end tonight. The saddest thing is that all the challenges that it has wrought will still be with us when the first of January dawns.”
What Did 2021 Teach Us About International Affairs?
In reflecting on 2021, Pardee School faculty offer their thoughts on the lessons that can be gleaned from this past year. Chief among the responses: multilateralism and global democracy are in decline.
How to Rebuild America’s International Image in a Changing World
Experts discussed the United States’ image abroad, how it can engage with international stakeholders, and how the Biden administration can work to restore the country’s reputation as a global leader.
Grimes Discusses Leadership Under Japan’s New Prime Minister
“While Suga is extremely effective as a party manager, he will likely have to work harder to satisfy intra-party factions that support him.”
Miller to Join Advisory Board of International Affairs
Miller to join Advisory Board of International Affairs, the flagship journal of Chatham House, UK.