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American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · 5d

Heather Flynn Former Senior Professional Staff, Senate Foreign Relations Committee closed out today's panel asking the question of what role we want the US to play in the world, while also speaking to the importance of the intersection of data and real world experience in governance.

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · 5d

In our panel, Katie LaRoque, Director of Advocacy, Freedom House, spoke on the implications of the recent changes to criteria for the State Department's human rights survey and the importance of human rights and to have hope in the face of uncertainty.

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · 5d

Dr Adela Levis, Former State Department Officer in the Bureau for Democracy, Human Rights and Labor and the Global Engagement Center, speaking on how democratic erosion has manifested within the State Department through funding cuts and restructuring.

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · 5d

Nicole Widdersheim of Human Rights Watch - USG now effectively involved in human trafficking, paying other govts to receive people who are being taken off US streets and deported without due process. (Check out our classes on forced migration and related topics www.american.edu/sis/ggps/)

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · 8d

Due to overwhelming demand, we have moved our event on How America's Retreat from Human Rights Enables Democratic Erosion this Friday to the Abramson Family Founders room, opening up more tickets! Grab yours today: www.eventbrite.com/e/how-americ...

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · 12d

Yesterday, Dr. Kingsley Moghalu, renowned political economist, Inaugural President and former Vice Chancellor of the African School of Governance, visited with students in the PGE suite. This was a very enriching conversation and experience for our students. Thank you, Dr. Moghalu!

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · 13d

Happening now in the PGE Suite! Coffee Chat with Kingsley Moghalu, the Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria.

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · 14d

Don't miss out on this event happening tomorrow- see you there! 🌏📚

Light refreshments will be served at 5 pm, and the lecture will begin at 5:30 pm.

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · 16d

Join us for a special talk by World Bank’s Bill Maloney on his new book Reclaiming the Lost Century of Growth—exploring learning economies in Latin America & the Caribbean.

Thurs, Sept 25
5:00–7:00pm
SIS Room 120, American University

Open to all AU students & faculty!
Questions? [email protected]

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American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · 16d

Join us for a special talk by World Bank’s Bill Maloney on his new book Reclaiming the Lost Century of Growth—exploring learning economies in Latin America & the Caribbean.

Thurs, Sept 25
5:00–7:00pm
SIS Room 120, American University

Open to all AU students & faculty!
Questions? [email protected]

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Prof. Carl LeVan @democracyprofdc.bsky.social · 27d

Thrilling to dine (and even dance!) with our newest cohort of students pursuing our MA in Global Politics, Economics and Security (GGPS). It's been a while since I enjoyed proper Nigerian food, and it was a tremendous honor to have the Ambassador so engaged. Excited to get to know these rising stars

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American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · 22d

Join us 9/17 for: Leverage or Liability? Kurdistan’s Gas on the Iraqi & Regional Chessboard. The Global Kurdish Initiative for Peace presents a panel on the strategic role of natural gas in the Middle East, focused on Kurdish–Iraqi dynamics and global power shifts. www.eventbrite.com/e/leverage-o...

Leverage or Liability? Kurdistan’s Gas on the Iraqi & Regional Chessboard

SIS Founders Room

www.eventbrite.com

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · Sep 5

Let's kick off the new school year in style! Tonight we are looking forward to our Welcome Back event at the Nigerian Embassy!

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American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · Aug 20

This semester we are welcoming Tereza Varejkova as a new faculty member. Check her recent faculty profile here: www.american.edu/sis/news/202...

SIS Welcomes Tereza Varejkova

www.american.edu

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American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · Aug 19

Welcome back students! We are excited to welcome the incoming cohort back to American University. Stop by the PGE Suite and meet your Department Staff this week! We're here to help ensure your success.

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American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · Aug 7

Are you excited? The new school year is fast approaching and we are getting ready to welcome students back to campus! We can't wait to see our incoming cohort in the PGE suite.

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · Jul 23

We have exciting things planned for the upcoming school year including Faculty Spotlights, Speaker Events, Pizza Parties, and even an event at the Nigerian Embassy! Want to learn more? Reach out to [email protected] for more information.

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · Jul 21

Join us next week for a faculty spotlight of our newest adjunct professor Dr. Bea Reaud. She'll discuss her career, research and the upcoming course she's teaching in the fall. Please email [email protected] for more information!

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American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · Jun 4

Currently job hunting? Don’t miss this essential checklist put together by PGE Professor Krista Tuomi! Whether you're updating your resume or prepping for interviews, this guide has you covered: www.bizjournals.com/bizwomen/new...

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American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · May 27

We’re hiring! Join our team to support graduate admissions through event coordination, student engagement, and administrative support.

Help shape a welcoming experience for future scholars. 🔗 american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AU/job/Main-...

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · May 14

Arona Dijeng joined the 2025 Spring Meetings of the World Bank and IMF to connect with global experts & deepen her work in agribusiness.

Her key takeaway? Productivity drives economic development. #wbgmeetings

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · May 12

Honoring excellence at AU SIS!

Congrats to our 2025 awardees:
🏅 Louis Goodman Award: Tyisse Baxter (CRS), Jeffrey Jordan (GGPS)
🏅 Policy/Professional Contribution: Edgar Aguilar (IER:QM)
➕ Edgar also received the Excellence in Quantitative Research Award for his capstone on energy access.

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · May 9

Congratulations to the many accomplished grads today who walked across the stage at American University!

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · May 7

📢 #NowHiring: Academic Program Coordinator – Department of Politics, Governance & Economics AU SIS.

Support grad programs, student engagement, events & outreach in a global-facing academic community!

🔗 Apply here: american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AU/job/Main-...

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · Apr 29

Wrapped up the school year with a fun night at Nationals Park! 🎉

PGE faculty, students, and staff cheered on the Nationals in a close game against the Mets—great food, lots of laughs, and a Nats win to top it off. ⚾️

American University Dept. of Politics, Governance, & Economics @pge-sis.bsky.social · Apr 28

On April 21, Prof. Badrinathan dove into the fight against misinformation—sharing insights from a massive classroom-based study in India (13.5k students, 600 schools). Can critical thinking be taught? Early signs say yes.