Global Connections
For Manus McCaffery MA ’18, an associate political affairs officer with the UN, the ability to build relationships is the key to developing lasting solutions to complex issues in communities around the globe....
Better Together
Jackson grad Dira Fabrian represents her native Indonesia with a regional organization that promotes economic, social, and cultural progress across southeast Asia....
Pursuing A Lifelong Passion for Public Service
From a young age, Jackson alum Rheanne Wirkkala knew she wanted to work in government. The steps she’s taken since — from Yale to Capitol Hill to the Pentagon — have been in pursuit of that dream....
Understanding the Nuances in International Relations
I chose the Hopkins-Nanjing Center because I wanted to deepen my understanding of global affairs from a Sino-American perspective...The HNC's academic excellence and its focus on fostering U.S.-China relations perfectly align with my career aspirations....
Pardee Students Gain Insights and Connections in Washington D.C. Networking Trip
Pardee School graduate students embarked on an educational journey to Washington D.C., exploring humanitarian causes, global economic challenges, peacebuilding efforts, and defense research. The trip included visits to prominent organizations, discussions with experts, and networking opportunities, providing invaluable insights and fostering meaningful connections within the field of international affairs....
Pardee Students Lead Inaugural Graduate Research Conference
The Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University recently hosted its first annual Pardee Atlas Graduate Research Conference on April 19, 2024. The student-led conference, organized by the editorial team of the Pardee Atlas Journal of Global Affairs, brought together graduate students from across the Greater Boston area to present their research and engage in discussions around the theme of “Global Challenges and Solutions for the 21st Century.” The conference featured a diverse range of presentations from students at institutions including Boston University, Harvard University, Brandeis University, and others. Topics spanned issues in global education, health, humanitarian crises, geopolitics, and security. “When I first started my graduate degree, I wanted to see more engagement between graduate students and give my fellow colleagues the opportunity to share their work and views on global issues impacting us today,” said Manpreet Singh, Editor-in-Chief of the Pardee Atlas Journal and co-chair of the conference. “With the leadership of my fellow co-chairs Brooke Van Ackooy and Alexis Moran, I am excited to see this vision come to life through our inaugural conference.” Harvard Kennedy students present research. The conference provided a platform for interdisciplinary exchange, with presentations covering subjects like teacher shortages in the Philippines and Venezuela, cost-effectiveness of HPV vaccination programs in Russia and Nigeria, impacts of the Taliban regime on gender and ethnic rights in Afghanistan, and the emergence of paramilitary organizations in post-Soviet Russia, among others. “It was a pleasure working with both Brooke and Alexis as we built the foundation for future conferences,” Singh added. “Thank you to all the presenters for taking the time to share your work and engage in lively discussion. I also want to thank the Dean’s Office and Pardee School administrative team for their support in making this event possible.” The conference organizers plan for this to become an annual event, fostering dialogue and collaboration among the next generation of global leaders and thinkers in the Boston area. Participant Justin Dynia, LASMA ’24, reflected positively on the conference stating, “We all learned a lot from each other and the future feels brighter knowing about their dedicated efforts to make our world a better place.“...
Professor Jessica Stern Awarded Prestigious Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation Grant
Professor Jessica Stern of Boston University's Pardee School has been awarded a prestigious Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation grant for her research on violent extremism intervention. The grant recognizes Stern's significant contributions to understanding the causes and manifestations of violence, and her expertise on terrorism and violent extremism....
Women’s Role in Violence and UN Women, Peace, and Security Agenda
This article argues that excluding female perpetrators from the WPS agenda generates new insecurities for them and broader societies....
Global Exploration Creates Impactful Experiences for Maxwell Student
Jacob Grindstaff-Espinal ’24 chose to study abroad in Strasbourg, France because the city hosts numerous diplomatic nongovernmental organizations, which provide students like Grindstaff-Espinal numerous internship opportunities....
Alumnus Dmytro Kuchirka Hopes to Return to Ukraine ‘to Make Life Better’ and Help Rebuild
Dmytro Kuchirka ’22 B.A. (Econ/IR) returned to Syracuse from his home in Ukraine just three weeks before the Russian invasion. He had been home for winter break during his senior year at the Maxwell School....
Meet SSE alum Alen Musaefendic (Senior Analyst at the Swedish Psychological Defence Agency, stationed in Brussels at the European External Action Service)
Using his drive to shape real-world events, Alen Musaefendic, SSE alum and Senior Analyst at the Swedish Psychological Defence Agency, stationed in Brussels at the European External Action Service, focuses on fighting disinformation and hybrid threats in the Western Balkans and beyond....
Meet SSE alum Agnes Nilsson (Political Advisor at the European Parliament)
The skills, experiences and relationships I gained at SSE have been fundamental to where I am today. During my final year at SSE I was a Wallenberg International Fellow, which meant that I got to study at Georgetown University and conduct an internship in Washington, D.C. It was the perfect way to develop my interest in the intersection of business and politics and explore different career options. I also received a lot of support from SSE professors and advisors, both during and after my studies....