Leading WTO Economist Joins American University’s School of International Service
Robert Koopman, Chief Economist and the Director of the Economic Research and Statistics Division of the World Trade Organization (WTO), joins American University’s School of International Service as a Distinguished Practitioner in Residence. Full Story
International ·
How Cultural Identity Shapes Support for Ukraine and Armed Resistance against Russia
The Russian invasion has triggered an outpouring of support for Ukraine from European countries. Will Putin’s gamble backfire and ultimately push Ukraine firmly into the European fold? Full Story
Alumni ·
Alumna and Advisor at World Bank Talks Mentorship and Barriers to Careers in International Service
Danica Starks says AU helped her find her place in international service, and she intends to pay it forward. Full Story
International ·
How Labels of “Victim” and “Perpetrator” Impact Bosnian and Rwandan Diaspora Communities in the US
SIS professor Claudine Kuradusenge-McLeod interviewed members of both Bosnian and Rwandan diasporic communities who were located across 10 different states in the US. Full Story
International ·
China’s Balancing Act on Russian Invasion of Ukraine Explained
Beijing and Moscow have had a cozy relationship of late. SIS professor Joseph Torigian explains how Ukraine might affect that. Full Story
International ·
Ukrainian Refugees Are Welcomed with Open Arms – Not So with People Fleeing Other War-Torn Countries
The welcome mat for refugees fleeing war-torn Ukraine stands in stark contrast to recent anti-immigrant policies targeting those from the Middle East, Latin America, Africa and Asia. Full Story
In the Community ·
Five Questions for Sumitra Badrinathan
We spoke with Sumitra Badrinathan for our getting-to-know-you series with new SIS faculty. Full Story
International ·
Six Questions about the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, unleashing airstrikes, missiles, and ground troops across the country. SIS professor Keith Darden answered our questions about the unfolding situation. Full Story
International ·
Food Price Inflation is Endangering Global Food Security
In this Q&A, SIS professor Johanna Mendelson Forman answers questions about the causes and impacts of higher food prices on people worldwide. Full Story
Alumni ·
Energy Policy Leader Betsy Moler Blazed a Trail for Future Leaders and Gives Back to Help Them Along the Way
We spoke with SIS alumna Betsy Moler to learn more about her impactful career, her time at SIS, and why she believes it’s important to give back. Full Story