23 Years After 9/11: Lt. Gen. Jack Weinstein on U.S. National Security
Lt. Gen. Jack Weinstein, USAF (Ret.), shared his insights on the evolving landscape of U.S. national security during a discussion on WGBH’s Under the Radar. From the shock of 9/11 to today’s internal and external threats, Weinstein emphasized the importance of addressing domestic divisions and global adversaries alike.
Pardee School Joins APSIA: Elevating Global Impact
The Pardee School of Global Studies achieves a major milestone, becoming a member of APSIA. This partnership enhances opportunities, global connections, and professional development for students and faculty, fostering collaborative research for a more prosperous, peaceful, and secure world.
Pardee School Hosts Annual Welcome Back Event
On September 6, 2023, Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies welcomed its undergraduate and graduate students back to campus with an event centered around Pardee community building and facilitating student-faculty interaction. The event provided Pardee School students the opportunity to get to know their faculty mentors in an informal setting. Students also learned more about the…
Georgia Nichols (MAIA ‘ 23) Recounts Her Field Research Experience in Vanuatu
Vanuatu is the world’s most at-risk nation for natural disasters, and its vulnerability continues to grow under the current climate crisis. Georgia Nichols (MAIA ‘ 23) recently traveled there with the support of the Pardee School’s Gilman Travel Grant in order to interview climate policy leaders whose knowledge and expertise she will incorporate into her final MA paper. This is the story of her experience.
Maggie Toombs (BA/MAIA ’23) Shares Story of Her Graduate Research in Serbia
Maggie recently traveled to Belgrade, Serbia with the help of the Pardee School’s Gilman Travel Grant. As she describes it, “The way this has enhanced my research and helped me develop skills in interviewing, interpersonal relations, as well as networking has provided an invaluable educational experience and inspired me to begin planning my next trip as soon as possible!”
Year In Review: 2022 Highlights from the Pardee School
In 2022, the Pardee School went through numerous big changes, welcomed new members to our community, and set the stage for a period of substantial progress as we approach our second decade as stewards of global studies education at BU. As the New Year approaches, we want to highlight some of the biggest stories and moments from the year.
Center for the Study of Asia Welcomes New Assistant Director
The Pardee School is pleased to welcome Dr. Maria Elena P. Rivera-Beckstrom to CSA. A former Visiting Professor with extensive research publications under her belt, Rivera-Beckstrom brings a wealth of administrative experience and vision to the Center.
PGC Hosts Town Hall With Dean Taylor
Pardee School students were able to meet the School’s new dean, ask him questions, and provide feedback about the programs on offer. Questions covered topics ranging from the future of the School to opportunities available for graduate students in and out of the classroom.
Pardee School Invites Applications for Four Faculty Positions
The Pardee School is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor, Strategic & Security Studies (tenure-track), Assistant Professor of International Economic Policy (tenure-track), Professor of International Relations History (tenured), and Assistant Professor of International Relations History (tenure-track).
Zachary Mondesire Joins Pardee School Faculty
Professor Mondesire’s research focuses on the intersection of race, gender, and religion in Africa as well as the institutional legacy of Pan-Africanism. His teaching addresses global ideas about social, economic, and political justice.
Introducing Scott Taylor: New Dean of the Pardee School
Joining us from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service, Dr. Scott Taylor is among the nation’s most respected scholars in African politics and political economy. We are thrilled to have him leading the Pardee School into a bright new era!
Longman Appointed Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Professor Longman, an outstanding scholar with extensive leadership experience having served as director of numerous bodies across Boston University, will continue to raise the profile of the school and find innovative new directions for our community.
Pardee School Welcomes New Student Affairs and Services Staff
We are pleased to welcome Katherine Taylor, Sophia Gish, and Lauren Thams to the Student Affairs and Services team, which is dedicated to the academic and professional growth of graduate and undergraduate students at the Pardee School.
Gallagher Named Interim Dean of the Pardee School
On July 1, 2022, Professor Adil Najam, will step down after eight years as the Inaugural Dean of the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University, and Professor Kevin Gallagher will assume the temporary charge of Dean Ad Interim until a new Dean is appointed, which is expected to be by September 2022.
Pardee School Hosts 2022 Convocation Ceremony
On May 21, 2022, the Pardee School celebrated its graduating students, honored the achievements of exemplary students and faculty, and sent forth the Class of 2022 with an inspiring Dean’s Charge.
Pardee School Announces 2022 Student Award Winners
During the School’s convocation ceremony, the Pardee School community celebrated the very best in academics and citizenship with a range of awards meant to honor the exceptional achievements of its students.
Stern Receives Templeton Award for Excellence in Student Advising and Mentoring
The Templeton Award is given annually to three CAS professors for excellence in advising and is the result of student nominations through the Boston University Office of Student Academic Life.
Pardee School Announces School-Wide Diversity Committee
The committee will collect and analyze data on community demographics, plan for training and events, and make recommendations to the Dean and faculty on ways to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Pardee School community.
Pardee School Hosts Family and Friends Open House
Pardee School students and parents met with faculty and Student Services staff to discuss the school, its offerings, and opportunities for students.
Lukes and Grimes Awarded the 2020 Gitner Prize for Faculty Excellence
Professor Igor Lukes and Professor William Grimes have been awarded the 2020 Gerald and Deanne Gitner Family Prize for Faculty Excellence at the BU Pardee School.