New Specialization in International Conflict Resolution

Beginning in fall 2010, SIPA will offer a new specialization in International Conflict Resolution for students enrolled in the MIA and MPA degree programs. The new specialization, which will be directed by Professor Jean-Marie Guéhenno, will provide students an understanding of the root causes of international conflicts and of how conflict resolution and transformation take…

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IPCC Scholarship Programme

Our office was recently notified of a scholarship opportunity for applicants from developing countries.  The deadline is July 31st so the time line is a bit tight, however if after reading the information below you are interested this sounds like a great opportunity.  The following comes from the IPCC Web site. ___________________________ The IPCC Scholarship…

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New Student Photo Series 2010 – Entry #17

New students click here for information on how to submit your own photos for posting on the blog. ___________________________ The photos today come from Nick Culver, an incoming MIA student. ___________________________ These two pictures were taken in Jordan in 2009. The first is taken at Wadi Rum, a beautiful desert area in the Southwest near…

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Summer Reflections 2010 – Post #7

John Hughes just graduated from SIPA and during his second year of study worked in our office.  He is spending the better part of the summer in the office to assist with projects and help fill in for a staff member on maternity leave.  John is set up for a job in Washington, D.C. and…

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New Student Photo Series 2010 – Entry #16

New students click here for information on how to submit your own photos for posting on the blog. ___________________________ The photos today come from Andrea Moore, an incoming MIA student concentrating on International Finance and Economic Policy. ___________________________ This photo was taken in Chicago’s Grant Park on Election Night in 2008. The city had been…

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