HKS reflects on Juneteenth
“I experience Juneteenth as a time of self-reflection, celebration, and remembrance. My family, the descendants of enslaved Africans, have been celebrating Juneteenth ever since I can remember. Our jubilees are festive. We collectively celebrate Black ......
#ElliottProud: Matej Siget
Matej Siget is a recent graduate of the Elliott School where he obtained an M.A. in International Science and Technology Policy. He previously received his B.A. in International Affairs from Matej Bel University, Slovakia, and M.A. in the same field from St. Petersburg State University, Russia. At GW, Matej focused on the topic of space … Continue reading #ElliottProud: Matej Siget...
#WeAreElliott: Cian Deegan
Cian Deegan is set to begin his final year of the Master of Arts in International Affairs program at the Elliot School, where is focusing on International Affairs and Development. He completed a bachelor’s degree in Spanish at Indiana University in 2011 and a master’s degree in Citizenship and Human Rights from the University of … Continue reading #WeAreElliott: Cian Deegan...
Fletcher’s annual gender conference comes into focus
The Gender and International Affairs Conference has become a major Fletcher event since its inaugural 2015 edition. This student-organized conclave has featured past keynote speakers including Samantha Power and Jamille Bigio, and this year's edition (the 8th!) promises to be just as exciting....
First year MAIS wrap-up
First year MAIS student and HNC student worker Kalina Pateva reflects on her year at the Hopkins-Nanjing Center. As the semester comes to a close, I find myself constantly wondering where the time went – the semesters seem to fly by, especia......
#IncomingElliott: World Traveler Edition
The Elliott School Fall 2022 incoming class represents a diverse and enthusiastic group of students, joining the Elliott School from across the U.S. and around the world! One thing they all have in common is a passion for travel, meeting new people, and visiting new places. We asked some of our incoming Elliott School students … Continue reading #IncomingElliott: World Traveler Edition...
#ElliottProud: Dimitri Bien-Aimé
Want to connect with current Elliott School students and alumni? Click here to see how!Find out more about this program by creating a CustomViewbook!Join us for an information session, RSVP here!Click here to apply to the Elliott School!Twitter · Facebook · Instagram The #ElliottProud profile series is managed by the Elliott School Office of Graduate … Continue reading #ElliottProud: Dimitri Bien-Aimé...
Student bloggers: Emma looks back on her first Fletcher year
Happy summer, everyone! I initially was looking forward to some well-deserved relaxation, only to get exactly 12 hours off between turning in my last final and beginning my full-time job. This summer will probably not be that relaxing but will be extremely eventful....
#WeAreElliott: Brian Iraheta
Brian Iraheta is a second-year Masters candidate in the Security Policy Studies program at the Elliott School, concentrating in U.S. National Security. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Psychology at the University of Colorado Boulder in Winter 2019. Particularly, he is interested in the Intelligence Community and Foreign Policy affecting the security … Continue reading #WeAreElliott: Brian Iraheta...
Bush School Student and CGS Student Affiliate Publishes Article in Chicago Tribune
Albritton Center for Grand Strategy (CGS) Student Affiliate Ben Giltner recently published an article in the Chicago Tribune. Giltner’s piece, “Georgia’s desire to join Western alliance could spark conflict with Russia. The US should step in,” examines how the U.S. can help avoid a reignition of the Georgia-Russia conflict by following a grand strategy of restraint....
Governor Abbott Appoints Parker, Names Goldberg Chair Of Texas Holocaust, Genocide, And Anti-Semitism Advisory Commission
Sandra Hagee Parker of San Antonio is the in-house counsel for Global Evangelism, Inc. and Christians United for Israel (CUFI). She is the Chairwoman of the Board for the CUFI Action Fund, a board member for Aid the Silent, and a member of the State Bar of Texas. Parker received a Bachelor of Arts from Trinity University, an Executive Master of Public Service & Administration degree from the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University, and a Juris Doctor degree from St. Mary’s School of Law....