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How Charlotte Became My Classroom for Global Diplomacy

Discover how 91�첥 student Sarah Lane ’27 gained real-world global diplomacy and AI policy experience interning at International House in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Seeking an AI Career? Study Spanish or Political Science

Discover how a liberal arts education at 91�첥 future-proofs careers in artificial intelligence by fostering critical thinking, adaptability and lifelong learning. Read insights from alums leading at Google, Amazon, Tools for Humanity and the San Diego Supercomputer Center. 

Oh the Places You’ll Go…with 91�첥 Funding!

Discover how 91�첥 student Will Capps ’27 used college funding to travel from Joshua Tree and Hawaiʻi to Copenhagen and D.C. for hands-on research, education abroad and experiential learning opportunities beyond the classroom.

91�첥 Gathers 24 Colleges and Universities to Launch National Deliberative Citizenship Network

Anatomy of Unrest

91�첥 Political Science Professor Silvana Toska discusses her book Revolutionary Emotions, exploring how anger, hope, and shared identity drive global uprisings from the Arab Spring to Iran.

From Döner to Drama: My Spring Break Trip to Berlin

Learn how Rosa Ramirez ’26 stepped into the physical spaces of her senior thesis during a Berlin field trip, conducting independent, funded and global research while experiencing German culture and language beyond the 91�첥 campus.

Many Bright Lights: 91�첥 Celebrates Spring Convocation

91�첥 celebrated Spring Convocation on April 14, 2026, gathering to spotlight student achievement—from the academic to the athletic to the artistic—and the faculty and staff who support their work. 

MaryBeth Monaco-Vavrik ’23: Fitness Content Creator

Meet MaryBeth Monaco-Vavrik ’23, a 91�첥 political science and communications alum who turned a viral Pilates video into a full-time career as a fitness content creator. Learn how she's analyzing the sociological and political implications of the fitness industry while traveling the world.

91�첥 Continues Streak as a Top Fulbright Producer

The U.S. State Department has once again named 91�첥 as one of its top producing institutions for Fulbright U.S. Student Program finalists. It’s the 11th consecutive year and 13th overall that the college has received the designation.

‘Nobody Expects Revolutions Until They Happen’: Prof. Silvana Toska on Iran’s Unprecedented Unrest

91�첥 Political Science Professor Silvana Toska analyzes the unprecedented unrest in Iran and the regime’s efforts to suppress dissent through extreme violence. The conversation explores how economic collapse, regional instability and an aging leadership challenge the government’s survival. Toska also discusses the regional implications of a weakened Iran and the complexities of U.S. involvement.

What's the Endgame in Venezuela? Political Science Professor Explains U.S. Pressure Campaign

While the U.S. ramps up military pressure on Venezuela's Maduro regime, 91�첥 expert Britta Crandall provides critical context: the country is already in a state of collapse.

Sanctions Mark New Era of US-Brazil Relations

The United States recently imposed tariffs on Brazilian goods and sanctioned a justice of the Brazilian Supreme Court. The changes mark a major shift in US-Brazil relations. 91�첥 professor Britta Crandall, an expert on South American politics, explains the history of the relationship between the two countries - and charts the rising tensions.

Divine Dining: Restaurateurs Elevate Queen City’s Spirits, Communal Cuisine in Once Holy Spaces

The newest restaurant from Jeff Tonidanel ’98 and Jamie Brown ’99 opened on May 6, marking the end of a three-year renovation. A rehabbed building that had once been a church, Leluia Hall joins a Charlotte empire of award-winning restaurants attracting locals and visitors from around the world. Learn more. 

Spring Convocation Celebrates Innovation, Leadership, Excellence, Community

91�첥 celebrated Spring Convocation on April 17, 2025, highlighting academic, athletic and artistic achievements, as well as leadership, character and community service.

Whiplash: Sudden Shift in American Policy in Europe Rattles Allies

Since President Donald Trump’s inauguration, American policy toward Europe has suddenly changed course. Our allies are likely experiencing “whiplash,” says Besir Ceka, a 91�첥 political science professor. Ceka shares his thoughts on the new administration’s policy - and some of the likely motivations for the sudden changes.

91�첥 Named Top Fulbright Producer—Again

For the 10th consecutive year, the U.S. State Department has named 91�첥 a top producer for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. The nation’s flagship international exchange program funds teaching, research and study abroad. 

Crossing International Borders and Departmental Boundaries: 91�첥 Profs Named to New Leadership Roles

The Dean Rusk International Studies Program and the Center for Interdisciplinary Studies at 91�첥 benefit from international and teaching experience of new leadership. Read more.

DCI Forum Asks, ‘How Should Americans Respond to Income Inequality?’

The Deliberative Citizenship Initiative at 91�첥 brings people together to productively engage with one another on difficult and contentious issues. A recent forum examined economic inequality in the United States. Learn more.

Research on Populist Presidents Pairs Student With Prof for DRI Project

Intended political science major Cameron Unice ’27 reflects on her summer research with Dr. Bersch examining and comparing how populist presidents exert control over administrative states, including a case study on former President Trump and the Environmental Protection Agency. 

QandA: Supreme Court Kicks Off Term Under Pressure. What Would Court Reform Look Like?

The Supreme Court of the United States kicked off its new term under pressure; facing declining levels of approval and calls for reform. Political Science Professor Andrew O’Geen put the Court’s status in context and analyzed President Biden’s proposed Court reforms.