Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy

Home
United States
Newport, RI
Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy

Call Directions Website Contact the university

The Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy at Salve Regina is a multidisciplinary

"Passion for people and policy"

Dedicated to honoring Sen. Claiborne Pell’s legacy, the center promotes American engagement in the world, effective government at home and civic participation by all Americans. Stay updated on the latest news and events by following us on Twitter and on Instagram !

10/27/2026

Salve Regina University students, faculty and staff are invited to join us this Friday at 11:45 am in McKillop 116 to discuss your questions on the current state of global conflict, from Putin threatening the use of nuclear weapons, to President Trump eyeing possible military action in Yemen, Cuba, and South America. Is this the new normal? How will it shape American politics this year and over the next two years? Dr. Luigi Bradizza and Dr. Jim Ludes will moderate the discussion on these questions and more.

Lunch will be provided! Reserve your spot: https://ow.ly/7B3r5101wA5

10/26/2026

Tomorrow is Civic Engagement Day at Salve Regina University! Join our SalveVotes coalition for a chance to explore what a career in public service can look like through a panel discussion, practical breakout sessions, and an opportunity to network with community organizations and civic leaders. Learn more: https://events.salve.edu/event/civic-engagement-day-2890

10/26/2026

From a small town in Maine to studying democracy across Asia and the Middle East, Dr. Chad Raymond credits his career to “a series of happy accidents” and a lifelong love of learning. In our latest faculty fellow spotlight, Raymond shares why he encourages students to look beyond surface-level differences and see what people have in common.

Read the full interview: https://salve.edu/news/news-listing/faculty-fellow-spotlight-dr-chad-raymond

10/26/2026

10/23/2026

Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul visited Salve Regina University on Wednesday for a conversation about Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine.

In an exclusive interview with 12 News' Kayla Fish - WPRI, he discussed the conflict and the most recent developments involving the United States, which he called “embarrassing” to watch.

Full story: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/east-bay/former-us-ambassador-to-russia-visits-ri-as-ukraine-war-rages-on/

10/23/2026

Ambassador Michael McFaul joined us at Salve Regina University to discuss the latest developments in Russia's war with Ukraine, framing the war as a part of a broader struggle between autocrats and democrats in which American power must be tied to the central tenets of American democracy. The evening concluded with a performance of Ukrainian classical music by Suzanna Laramee and Misha Keylin.

The full event is now available to watch here: https://youtu.be/FzDrgMT7WwU

10/20/2026

Democrat Helena Foulkes leads the governor’s race with 39% among likely Rhode Island voters, and the lieutenant governor’s contest is a statistical tie, according to a survey released Tuesday by Salve Regina University’s Pell Center. Independent Ken Block drew 28% and Republican Aaron Guckian ...

10/20/2026

A new poll from Salve Regina University’s Pell Center shows Helena Folkes has an 11-point lead over Ken Block in the Rhode Island’s gubernatorial race.

10/20/2026

A new poll from Salve Regina University’s Pell Center shows Helena Folkes has an 11-point lead over Ken Block in the Rhode Island’s gubernatorial race.

10/20/2026

Ahead of tonight's live 12 News Rhode Island Governor Debate, a new poll shows Democrat Helena Foulkes leading independent Ken Block by double digits. See what else the survey found, including a dead heat in the race for lieutenant governor: https://www.wpri.com/news/elections/new-poll-has-foulkes-leading-block-by-11-points-ahead-of-tonights-12-news-debate/

Address

518 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI
02840

Telephone

+14013412927

Website

https://salve.edu/pell-center

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.