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Master of Arts in Arab Studies students launch new podcast
A new student-led podcast, Shu Kaman?, delves beyond the surface with scholars and students of the Arab world.
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The Future of Development Work: A Love Letter to Optimism
In the second installment of The Future of Development Work, Gary Barrett explains why he is optimistic that the future for development professionals can still be bright.
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Six questions about the new CDC vaccine schedule
SFS Professor Emily Mendenhall answers questions about the recent, reduced CDC vaccination schedule.
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The Trump Administration and Venezuela: Michael Shifter analyzes maritime strikes and possible regime change
This article was updated with additional questions and responses on January 8, 2026, following the January 3, 2026, U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife from their residence in downtown Caracas. The couple was transported to New York City to stand trial on U.S. federal drug charges. The original piece is intact…
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How SFS helped Gemma King (MASIA’26) dive deep into Asia and the Indo-Pacific
Gemma King (MASIA’26) chose the MASIA program for rigorous, experiential learning, thriving through Indo-Pacific policy internships and Jakarta study.
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The future of development work: One transition, many perspectives
Migara Jayawardena lays out the need for development professionals to understand many perspectives in the move to renewable energy sources in developing countries.
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SFS faculty publish six new books in 2025
SFS faculty published a variety of books in 2025 that spanned academic disciplines and unique global issues from global power dynamics to public health.
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Chloe Daikh (MAAS’26) dives into education outreach about the Arab world | CCAS 50th Anniversary
Chloe Daikh (MAAS’26) bridges university expertise with K–12 educators across MENA-focused studies.
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Disney offers Pierina Anton (GHD’23) a powerful channel for her development experience
Working for Disney, alumna Pierina Anton (GHD’23) is applying global development skills to corporate social responsibility.
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Melissa Sidwell Bowron (IBP’25) balances school, military service and motherhood
Melissa Sidwell Bowron (MA-IBP’25), an active-duty U.S. Air Force officer, balanced service and parenting while earning her degree at Georgetown.