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Browse the latest news on our faculty research, student and alumni stories, updates on academic programs, announcements, highlights from recent events, key initiatives and other news from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service.

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Understanding the U.S.-Canada trade war with Professor Marc Busch

SFS Prof Marc Busch breaks down the evolution of U.S.-Canada trade and what today’s tariff environment could mean for the road ahead.

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SFS welcomes Ambassador Richard Verma as Dean’s Distinguished Ambassadorial Fellow

Ambassador Richard Verma joins the faculty of Georgetown’s School of Foreign Service this fall as the Dean’s Distinguished Ambassadorial Fellow.

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What does a far-right victory mean for Germany?

Scholar Anna von der Goltz answers questions about the Alternative for Germany party's recent victory in a state election in Germany.

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The global order is breaking down, but what comes next?

SFS Professor Charles Kupchan explores the global order, U.S. foreign policy and how AI and economic change are reshaping the world.

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25 years after September 11, terrorism scholars reflect 

Twenty-five years later, SFS Professors Bruce Hoffman and Daniel Byman reflect on the impact of 9/11 and the state of terrorism and counterterrorism efforts today. 

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The Institute for the Study of Diplomacy’s new fellows bridge theory and real-world statecraft

ISD fellows bring decades of diplomacy and military experience to the classroom, helping students connect theory to practice and prepare for public service.

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Emily Austin (SFS’29) bridges gaps for veterans during summer internship

For Emily Austin (SFS’29), a summer internship with The Joel Fund offered lessons in community, service and supporting veterans.

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SFS professor and alumna partner to examine critical junctures shaping Ethiopian national identity

SFS Professor Lahra Smith and alumna Bethania Michael (SFS'19, MSFS'22) examine key turning points shaping Ethiopian identity, citizenship and conflict.

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“American Pogroms” looks to U.S. past for education & warning about mob violence

SFS Professor Daniel Byman discusses his new book, American Pogroms.

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SSP alumnus playing (cyber) defense at the World Cup

As millions of fans tuned in to cheer for their national teams during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Security Studies Program alumnus Sina Nemazi (SSP’24) was focused on a different…