Cole Hecker (BA IR ’26) Brings Fieldwork to Life in Zambia’s Copper Belt
During the 2026 spring break, Cole Hecker (BA IR ’26), traveled to Zambia to conduct original field research on critical mineral supply chains and international partnerships. The trip capped a year‑long directed study under Professor of the Practice of Diplomacy and former US Ambassador to Zambia, Mark Storella, and combined academic research with on‑the‑ground engagement…
Selin Launches NSF Project on Mercury in Artisanal Mining
Prof. Henrik Selin is working on a project on “Mercury Pollution and Human-Technical-Environmental Interactions in Artisanal Mining.”
Klinger Publishes Article on Latin America’s New Mining Frontiers
Prof. Julie Klinger discusses how surging demand for technology metals in Asia has led to the extension of new mining frontiers in Latin America.
Klinger in Geographical on Mining the Moon
Prof. Julie Klinger discusses the intricacies of the policy and politics of outer space mining.