Dean Taylor Discusses U.S. Engagement with Africa at WorldBoston
On January 29th, 2026, Scott Taylor, Pardee School Dean and Professor of International Relations, moderated WorldBoston‘s first conversation of 2026 between Stephanie Sullivan, former ambassador for the US to the African Union, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Ghana, and Kennedy Ukelegharanya, business attorney at a major multinational law firm, advising innovative technology and life…
Tim Longman on the Threat to African Studies and U.S. Soft Power
Professor Tim Longman, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Professor of International Relations and Political Science at the Pardee School of Global Studies, was quoted in an article titled “‘Africa is DEI’: How Trump’s anti-diversity crusade is eroding US expertise”, by Julian Pecquet for The Africa Report, published on November 24, 2025. The U.S. has…
Schilde Receives EURYDICE Grant to Explore EU’s Role as a Global Security Actor
Professor Kaija Schilde recently received the EURYDICE grant which will help her advance the academic inquiry around the EU’s role as a global security state.
Storella Gives a Lowdown on Trump’s First 100 Days in a News Segment
Prof. Mark C. Storella unpacks Trump’s first 100 days in the White House.
Garčević Discusses Russian Global Influence at West Point Security Seminar
Ambassador Garčević joined scholars and practitioners from Europe and the U.S. to discuss how Russia transforms its soft power into “sharp power,” examining the role of local political players, including the Orthodox Church, Russian or pro-Russian media outlets, economic footprint (energy projects), and defense cooperation with Serbia.
Selin Comments on Issues Surrounding World Cup
Professor Selin comments on the importance of the World Cup being hosted in the Middle East for the first time, whether this global event is being dragged into ideological and political battles, and more.
Selin Interviewed on 2022 World Cup and Controversies Surrounding Host Qatar
How should football/soccer fans feel when it comes to this year’s World Cup? How can people enjoy the games without legitimizing a controversial regime like Qatar’s? Professor Selin offers his thoughts.
Garčević Comments on EU Soft Power in Western Balkans
“The EU’s waning ‘soft power’ will slow down the democratization process in the region and “open space for other countries to walk in.”