JSIS A 365/ PORT 365 Mapping Luso-Brazilian Cultures M/W, 1:30-3:20, Loew 106 This course explores Afro-cultures of Brazil, Mozambique, and Portugal within the framework of cultural studies theory. It follows an interdisciplinary approach drawing from readings and films in history, literature, the arts, anthropology, and sociology. Highlights of this Class: • Class co-taught by Portuguese

Austin Hudgens is a junior in the Jackson School of International Studies at the University of Washington. His passion for European politics has lead him to pursue a major in International Studies with a focus on Western Europe. Originally from Santa Barbara California, Austin enjoys playing volleyball, traveling, hiking and European history. “I chose to

Berlin is a city with many faces: in the last century alone, it has been at the center of two World Wars, the site of the Cold War and the Wall, as well as the epicenter of unification and European integration of East and West. The Fall 2017 Berlin program will explore the city of

Maya Shafer is a freshmen at University of Washington with a passion for Europe and the world. Originally from Bothell Washington, Maya enjoys singing, theater, rock climbing and “all things Shakespeare”. Maya came to UW hoping to major in either European Studies or International Studies, while pursuing a minor in French. “I chose to pursue

The Durham University Fellowship Scheme is opening applications for several of their fantastic internship programs for the 2017-2018 school year! Applicants have many programs to choose from, including the International Junior Research Fellowships which is offered to postdoctoral students between July 1, 2017 through October 1, 2017, with applications due by December 02, 2016. Other programs include

The Center for European Studies and EU Center are excited to feature a new volume edited by EU Center Director and Jean Monnet Chair James Caporaso and University of Denver Professor Martin Rhodes. The Political and Economic Dynamics of the Eurozone Crisis provides a detailed account of the politics and economics surrounding the Eurozone Crisis. In the chapter, “States Choose but

“We must prevent life from being so bleak, that risking death is preferential.” These words from Assistant Secretary Anne Richard, in the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, have stuck with MAIS Student Alexander Kuehl. A/S Richard delivered these remarks at a World Affairs Council (WAC) event, where Kuehl worked for

This year, CES/EUC hosted a Greece Photo Challenge which was open to all students in the Greece Study Abroad Program. Entry requirements were broad, and allowed students to focus on which part of Greece was most beautiful to them. This year’s winner was Dylan Tizon, who took the top three spots on this list with amazing

Global Business, Law, and Policy Speaker Series | Brexit Uncovered Friday, October 28th 9am-12:30pm | Walker-Ames Room, Kane Hall Lunch Reception | 12:30-1:00pm Register here This summer’s surprise Brexit vote has caused much confusion and concern in Europe and abroad. What does this vote mean for the European Union? How will this impact businesses that deal

Alexander Kegel is a University of Washington French and International Studies recent graduate with a focus on Foreign Policy, Security, Peace, and Diplomacy. During his time at the UW, Alex participated in a multitude of opportunities put on through the Jackson School of International Studies as well as playing trumpet in the Husky Band. “In my junior year