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Leela Fernandes named as next director of the Jackson School of International Studies
Professor of gender studies and political science, Leela Fernandes, has been named the new director of the Jackson School.
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Coronavirus pandemic pushes U.S. and China closer to cold war
Professor of international studies, David Bachman, explains how the coronavirus and China's response to it have heightened political tensions between China and the US.
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How the 'war' with coronavirus could lead to lasting government overreach
Scott Radnitz, associate professor of international studies, discusses government intervention in the coronavirus pandemic.
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The oil shock of 2020 appears to be here – and the pain could be wide and deep
Scott Montgomery, international studies lecturer discusses how coronavirus has created a new oil shock, and what its long-term effects could be.
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Response in China slowed outbreak of coronavirus — but experts caution against extreme measures in Seattle
David Bachman, professor of international studies, weighs in on how extreme measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus in Seattle should be.
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The sharing economy helps women find new economic opportunities in Jordan
Allison Anderson, doctoral student in international studies, discusses Jordan's sharing economy, and how it helps women.
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Why conspiracy theories spread faster than coronavirus
Scott Radnitz, associate professor of international studies, explains the spread of conspiracy theories about coronavirus.
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A Life Study
Grace Flott (BA, International Studies | French, 2013) shares her experiences in expressing grief, trauma, and disability through artwork.
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Kumar: Language and your brand new glasses
Dr. Valentina Zaitseva, senior lecturer in the Russian language department, discusses the benefits of learning multiple languages.
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UW Books in brief: Poetry of India’s Bani-Thani, equitable parent-school collaboration, building military cultural competence — and a 2019 National Jewish Book Award
Recent books by faculty in Cinema and Media Studies, Asian Languages and Literature, and the Jackson School have received high praise and won multiple awards.
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Look Ahead: The hottest Seattle events for February 2020
Three talks and performances by UW faculty or hosted by the UW are featured in this collection of the best things to do this month.
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New study ranks Washington 6th in country for states where immigrants have largest economic impact
Sara R. Curran, professor of International Studies, discusses the important role immigrants play in the United States economy.
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George Soros Donates $1B for Global University Initiative
Daniel Bessner, assistant professor of international studies, weighs in on George Soros' recent donation to Global University Initiative.
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Opinion: Professional societies need to take bold steps to support precarious scholars
Daniel Bessner, assistant professor of international studies, is praised for his research in how professional studies have responded to the changing world of academia.
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New U.S.-China trade deal leaves the thorniest problems unresolved
David Bachman, professor of international studies, weighs in on the new US-China trade deal.