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New Journal Launched to Address Issues Facing the Indian Ocean Region
Monsoon: Journal of the Indian Ocean Rim, co-edited by Professor Rogaia Mustafa Abusharaf of Georgetown University in Qatar, is a new journal analyzing the cultural, historical, and political issues that have shaped societies in the Indian Ocean.
Announcing the Georgetown-King’s College Joint Seed Fund
Georgetown University and King’s College London are launching a joint seed fund of $2,500 to $5,000 per project to support research collaborations and increase the strategic impact of collaborative research between the two institutions.
Global Seminars Expand Worldviews and Create Lasting Bonds
Students share their experiences in the College Global Seminars, a new educational program coordinated by the College of Arts & Sciences and the Office of Mission & Ministry which incorporates a one-week study-away experience during spring break.
What the Conflict in Ukraine Can Teach Us About the Future of Cyberwarfare
The McCourt School of Public Policy’s Tech & Public Policy program hosted a panel of experts to discuss the conflict in Ukraine, the future of cyberwarfare, and the importance of public-private partnerships moving forward.
Announcing the Baratta Center for Global Business
Joseph (B’93) and Abigail (SFS’96) Baratta have made an $11 million gift to the McDonough School of Business to support global business education and establish the Baratta Center for Global Business.
Deus Bazira Named Director of Global Health Institute
Georgetown has appointed Dr. Deus Bazira, a professor, global health scholar, and leader, as the inaugural director of its Global Health Institute, a university-wide platform dedicated to advancing cross-disciplinary research and education on global…
Tech Innovations Can Accelerate Equality Say Experts at Georgetown’s International Women’s Day Panel Discussion
The discussion at Georgetown University in Qatar featured experts from various fields including technology, journalism, and law who discussed the need for representation of women in the field of technology.
Workshop Series Highlights Urgency and Hope on Global Children’s Issues
From February 26 through March 2, 2023, the event series brought more than 200 people to Georgetown University throughout the week to engage with outstanding leaders who are supporting children at risk.
Film About Legendary Georgetown Professor and Holocaust Witness Jan Karski Premieres on PBS
Remember This, a feature film based on the stage production Remember This: The Lesson of Jan Karski created by Georgetown’s Laboratory for Global Performance and Politics, explores the legacy of Jan Karski and will premiere on PBS on March 13.
Georgetown University in Qatar Gathers Global Scholars for an Exploration of Law and Religion
At a colloquium hosted by GU-Q, interdisciplinary scholars from Qatar spent two days exploring spirit and law in Abrahamic traditions, the dynamic nature of Islamic thought and practice, and issues that cut across religious boundaries.