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Georgetown University continues its unwavering support for Austin Tice (SFS’02, L’13), a journalist and SFS alumnus held...
01/13/2025

Georgetown University continues its unwavering support for Austin Tice (SFS’02, L’13), a journalist and SFS alumnus held captive in Syria since 2012. Following the recent collapse of the Assad regime, there has been renewed optimism for his release.

University leaders, alongside Tice’s family, have worked tirelessly to raise awareness and engage policymakers across administrations. In December, Georgetown hosted a pivotal strategy session to align advocacy efforts as the U.S. transitions between administrations.

We remain steadfast in our commitment to securing Austin’s freedom and honoring his legacy of courage and service.

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Over the years, Georgetown has advocated for the release of Austin Tice (SFS'02, L'13), who has been captive in Syria since 2012.

With the Assad regime gone, a new battle emerges as Russia races to secure its critical military bases in Syria. Writing...
01/10/2025

With the Assad regime gone, a new battle emerges as Russia races to secure its critical military bases in Syria. Writing for The Hill, Kareem Rifai (SSP’25), graduate student in the Georgetown Security Studies Program, dives into Moscow’s surprising pivot to engaging with HTS—the Islamist group now leading Damascus—and what it means for U.S. policy.

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The U.S. stands to reap the benefits from any and all disruptions to Russia’s expansionist activity.

In a new co-authored opinion piece for Euromaidan Press, SFS Professor Charles Kupchan, senior fellow at the Council on ...
01/09/2025

In a new co-authored opinion piece for Euromaidan Press, SFS Professor Charles Kupchan, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, outlines why President-elect Donald Trump must continue American support to Ukraine. He argues that while Trump’s goal of an immediate end to the conflict is well-intentioned, the only way to achieve such a durable peace would be by continuing to provide steadfast support to Ukraine – making Vladimir Putin more likely to pursue a deal.

“A bad deal for Ukraine is a bad deal for Trump,” Kupchan writes.

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Trump's drive to broker peace in Ukraine exposes a stark paradox: America's global power rests on the very aid he has threatened to cut.

Twenty-eight Hoyas, including nine from SFS, were sworn into the 119th U.S. Congress on January 3, carrying forward Geor...
01/08/2025

Twenty-eight Hoyas, including nine from SFS, were sworn into the 119th U.S. Congress on January 3, carrying forward Georgetown’s long legacy of producing leaders and public servants.

Notable members include Rep. Lori Trahan (SFS’95), co-chair of the House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee; and Sen. Dick Durbin (SFS’66, L’69), D-Illinois, who serves as the minority whip.

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Georgetown's latest cohort of U.S. representatives and senators in Congress continues the university's legacy of public service.

The fall of the Assad regime has ushered in a new chapter for Syria, but the road to rebuilding is fraught with challeng...
01/08/2025

The fall of the Assad regime has ushered in a new chapter for Syria, but the road to rebuilding is fraught with challenges. Writing for the Atlantic Council, Diana Rayes, a postdoctoral associate in the Science, Technology and International Affairs (STIA) Program, shares vivid observations from Damascus, Homs and Hama—her first visit to Syria in nearly 15 years.

Rebuilding trust and legitimacy in a nation emerging from 54 years of tyranny will require inclusive governance, cross-sectarian unity and innovative solutions. “Syrians are ready to take ownership of their country, but they will need to unlearn their fear of the state,” Rayes says.

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Syrians know they will not get what they need to rebuild as a society with one hand tied behind their backs, Diana Rayes writes from Damascus.

Welcome back, Hoyas! We hope you had a restful winter break. As we gear up for another spring semester, enjoy this snowy...
01/08/2025

Welcome back, Hoyas! We hope you had a restful winter break. As we gear up for another spring semester, enjoy this snowy snapshot from a winter past on the Hilltop. Stay warm and let’s make this semester a great one!

China is planning to build a series of enormous hydropower dams. In an interview on NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday, SFS Pr...
01/07/2025

China is planning to build a series of enormous hydropower dams. In an interview on NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday, SFS Professor Mark Giordano, vice dean for undergraduate affairs, discussed the project and its effect on Sino-Indian relations.

“One of the advantages for China building this dam, as well as the other dams it has on the Tibetan Plateau, is it's putting roads, it's putting cities, it's putting infrastructure into the Tibetan Plateau right up against the Indian border, helping it with its own territorial claims,” Giordano said.

Listen here: https://n.pr/4fPxbQX

China is planning to build a series of enormous hydropower dams. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to Georgetown University professor Mark Giordano about the project and its effect on Sino-Indian relations.

SFS Professor Evan Medeiros believes that China and Xi Jinping are better prepared for Donald Trump’s return to the Whit...
01/07/2025

SFS Professor Evan Medeiros believes that China and Xi Jinping are better prepared for Donald Trump’s return to the White House than they were in 2017. He writes in to expect responses to President Trump’s actions from Beijing in three categories: retaliation, adaptation and diversification.

Read Medeiros’ analysis here: https://on.ft.com/4fKxFHR

China is marshalling its forces for long-term competition against an America that it believes is divided and in decline

SFS Professor Ken Opalo spoke with  East Monitor about the UAE’s increasing investment in Africa. Opalo warned of the ri...
01/07/2025

SFS Professor Ken Opalo spoke with East Monitor about the UAE’s increasing investment in Africa. Opalo warned of the risks that may come with Emirati businesses’ funding: “There is also the opportunity for the attention to breed criminality—like we are seeing in the gold sector.”

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The UAE has emerged as Africa’s largest backer of new business projects, with Emirati companies committing $110bn (£88bn) to projects between 2019 and 2023, including $72bn in renewable energy, The...

Grad school applications can be challenging, but Kritika Sharma (MIMR’26) from the Institute for the Study of Internatio...
01/06/2025

Grad school applications can be challenging, but Kritika Sharma (MIMR’26) from the Institute for the Study of International Migration has insights to help you succeed. Don’t forget, the priority deadline for merit scholarship consideration is January 15!

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SFS Professor Bruce Hoffman spoke with CNN about the ISIS-inspired New Year’s Eve terrorist attack in New Orleans. Hoffm...
01/06/2025

SFS Professor Bruce Hoffman spoke with CNN about the ISIS-inspired New Year’s Eve terrorist attack in New Orleans. Hoffman discussed the motivation of the attacker, the resurgence of ISIS attacks or threats around the world in 2024, the timing with the New Year’s Day bomber in Las Vegas and the fear of copycat attacks.

Watch the interview here: https://cnn.it/40m8G9r

Bruce Hoffman, a senior fellow for counterterrorism and homeland security at the Council on Foreign Relations, explains the indirect connection between the New Orleans terrorist attack and the Tesla Cyber truck explosion in Las Vegas.

01/03/2025

At SFS, students like Yehya (MAAS’25), Rafael (MSFS’25) and Courtney (MIMR’25) are inspired to challenge their perspectives, embrace service and turn education into action. Join a community dedicated to making a global impact.

Apply by January 15 for the priority deadline for merit-based scholarships.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3DoAgKf

Looking for help to ace your grad school application? Jean-Baptiste El Khoury (SSP’26) from the Georgetown Security Stud...
01/03/2025

Looking for help to ace your grad school application? Jean-Baptiste El Khoury (SSP’26) from the Georgetown Security Studies Program has some strategies to share. Don’t forget, the priority deadline for merit scholarship consideration is January 15!

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SFS student Annabelle Black (SFS’25) shares what drew her to Georgetown as an Army ROTC cadet in The Hoya Battalion: Geo...
01/02/2025

SFS student Annabelle Black (SFS’25) shares what drew her to Georgetown as an Army ROTC cadet in The Hoya Battalion: Georgetown Army ROTC. Though it is difficult to balance the academic workload, extracurriculars and ROTC training, Black looks forward to furthering her commitment to service when she receives a commission in the Army and begins service as a Military Intelligence officer following her graduation in May.

“There is no better school than Georgetown to prepare for these career paths. As a cadet in Army ROTC at Georgetown, I have received a world-class education in foreign service that provides me with exactly the kind of knowledge base that I need for these incredibly complex jobs,” Black says.

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Annabelle Black (SFS‘25) has always had a role model in her dad, who taught her to serve something bigger than herself. That's why she chose Georgetown and its Army ROTC program.

01/01/2025

In SFS graduate programs, you have the chance to gain hands-on experience with top practitioners shaping global policy. From diplomacy and security to migration and refugee issues, expand your skills with unmatched professional development. Hear from some of our current grad students on the opportunities they have found in their programs.

Apply by January 15 for the priority deadline for merit-based scholarships.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3DoAgKf

Is applying to grad school one of your new year's resolutions? Zeynep Ozharat (SSP’26) from the Georgetown Security Stud...
01/01/2025

Is applying to grad school one of your new year's resolutions? Zeynep Ozharat (SSP’26) from the Georgetown Security Studies Program shares her best advice. Don’t forget, the priority deadline for merit scholarship consideration is January 15!

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Happy New Year, Hoyas! Wishing you a 2025 filled with inspiration, joy and success.
01/01/2025

Happy New Year, Hoyas! Wishing you a 2025 filled with inspiration, joy and success.

SFS undergraduate student Benny Chang (SFS’26) shares lessons and insights he gained from the consulting internship recr...
12/31/2024

SFS undergraduate student Benny Chang (SFS’26) shares lessons and insights he gained from the consulting internship recruitment process, from tailoring your cover letter to be industry-specific to fully taking advantage of coffee chats. Benny will be interning with Deloitte’s Government & Public Service practice this upcoming summer.

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Bennie Chang (SFS'26) wanted to take on a new challenge next summer. An internship at Deloitte offered exactly that. Read his lessons learned from the consulting recruitment process.

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