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May 6, 2008 In Cooperation with the South Park High School America faces a world more complicated than ever before. Our foreign policy should reflect the times, recognizing our real strengths and weaknesses and the changing dynamics around us. As we move forward into the 21st century and into a new presidency, what might this foreign policy strategy look like? What values would it reflect? What is the way forward? Dr. John Hulsman is co-author — with Anatol Lieven — of Ethical Realism: A Vision For America’s Role In The World. Previously Senior Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, he was appointed in 2006 as the first Alfred von Oppenheim Scholar in the newly founded Alfred von Oppenheim Centre for European Studies at the German Council on Foreign Relations in Berlin. He is contributing editor to National Interest and a frequent commentator in print and broadcast media. He holds an M.A. in Modern History and a Ph.D. in International Relations from the University of St. Andrews. There is no charge for this seminar. Please register by May 1. The Council may be able to accommodate schools after this deadline. Please contact Magie Hall at 412-281-7027 or magie@worldaffairspittsburgh.org. Further details will be sent upon registration. Questions? Please call Magie Hall or Annie Prucey at the Council at 412- 281-7970 or send an email to magie@worldaffairspittsburgh.org. School Outreach John Hulsman, Alfred Von Oppenheim Scholar, German Council On Foreign Relations (Berlin) |
May 6, 2008 In Cooperation with the American Council on Germany Pittsburgh Eric M. Warburg Chapter Sponsored by the Carnegie Bosch Institute America faces a world more complicated than ever before. Our foreign policy should reflect the times, recognizing our real strengths and weaknesses and the changing dynamics around us. As we move forward into the 21st century and into a new presidency, what might this foreign policy strategy look like? What values would it reflect? What is the way forward? Dr. John Hulsman is co-author — with Anatol Lieven — of Ethical Realism: A Vision for America’s Role in the World. Previously Senior Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, he was appointed in 2006 as the first Alfred von Oppenheim Scholar in the newly founded Alfred von Oppenheim Centre for European Studies at the German Council on Foreign Relations in Berlin. He is contributing editor to National Interest and a frequent commentator in print and broadcast media. He holds an M.A. in Modern History and a Ph.D. in International Relations from the University of St. Andrews. For more information about the Carnegie Bosch Institute, please click on the logo below.  No refund for cancellations after Monday, May 5. Non-members must prepay. To avoid the charge of an additional meal, dietary restrictions must be advised prior to program, at the time of registration. Special Luncheon John Hulsman, Alfred Von Oppenheim Scholar, German Council on Foreign Relations (Berlin) |
May 5, 2008 In cooperation with Wilmington Area High School International mediators have failed to persuade Serbia and Kosovo to agree on Kosovo's future status. The new government in Kosovo has declared independence. Will Serbs inside and outside of Kosovo accept the new government's authority? How will Kosovo integrate its Serbian and Roma minorities? Dr. Bernice Brown is an Associate Professor of Education at Slippery Rock University. She specializes in multicultural education strategies and was working for the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MEST) in Pristina, Kosovo when Kosovo declared independence from Serbia. There is no charge for this seminar. Please register by April 28. The Council may be able to accommodate schools after this deadline. Please contact Magie Hall at 412-281-7027 or magie@worldaffairspittsburgh.org. Questions? Please call Magie Hall or Annie Prucey at the Council at 412- 281-7970 or send an email to magie@worldaffairspittsburgh.org. School Outreach Dr. Bernice Brown, Associate Professor of Education |
April 23, 2008 Great Decisions 2007 was a great success …… Join us for Great Decisions 2008 Vladimir Putin has attempted to reinvent Russia into a major, independent world power. Some of his recent policies have provoked concern in the U.S. and Europe. With a 2008 Russian presidential election, what will the new government face and what will be its direction? What is it? Facilitated small-group sessions designed to promote informal give-and-take among participants in exploring all sides of an issue.
Topics in the 2008 edition include:
Individual sessions do not include the Great Decisions book. The Great Decisions 2008 book may be purchased at a Council discount for $20. Great Decisions - Individual |
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April 16, 2008 Asian integration – politically, economically, and strategically – is acquiring new momentum. China and India are becoming economic giants, attracting both investment and jobs. What are the current trends in the region, and how are they affecting the global economy? What are the implications for the United States? Dr. Ellen Frost is a Visiting Fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics and an Adjunct Research Fellow at the National Defense University’s Institute of National Strategic Studies. Her recently published book, Asia’s New Regionalism, analyzes the Asian integration movement, assesses China’s growing regional influence, and derives implications for U.S. policy.
No refund for cancellations after Tuesday, April 15. Non-members must prepay. To avoid the charge of an additional meal, dietary restrictions must be advised prior to program, at the time of registration. Special Luncheon Ellen Frost, Visiting Fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, Author, Asia’s New Regionalism |
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