Events
Jackson-Vanik after Russia’s Accession to the WTO (Offsite)
December 13, 2011 // 12:00pm — 1:15pm
A panel of experts will address the trade, human rights, and other U.S. national interests associated with Russia’s entry into
the WTO.
Congress: Global Finance and Global Development
October 26, 2011 // 12:00pm — 1:15pm
The author of Legislating International Organization: The US Congress, the IMF, and the World Bank, will discuss how the U.S. Congress, tracing its long history of involvement with these institutions, wields significant influence. The impact of the 2008 financial crisis has focused American politics on the global role played by the IMF and World Bank.
Iran: Domestic Change and Global Presence
October 14, 2011 // 12:00pm — 1:15pm
Iran is wracked by its greatest political turmoil since the Iranian revolution. With the Obama Administration striving for engagement rather than confrontation, these developments have raised the diplomatic stakes with both countries. Two leading experts will discussion domestic developments in Iran as well as the current posture of the international community and how both developments create challenges for the United States.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship: The Right Combination for Growth?
October 07, 2011 // 12:00pm — 1:15pm
As America continues to find its footing in the post-recession globalized world, entrepreneurship and innovation remain two key facets of potential growth. Panelists will examine the relationship between the two and how they can help bolster American competitiveness in the 21st century. They will also discuss what legislation can foster entrepreneurship.
Women and Water: Streams of Development
September 23, 2011 // 12:00pm — 1:15pm
Women and water are inextricably linked around the world. Responsibility for fetching and using water commonly rests – quite literally – on the shoulders of women and girls. This burden exacts a high toll across sectors, negatively impacting health, education, economy, agriculture, gender equity, and political stability.
Debts, Deficits, and Development
August 02, 2011 // 12:00pm — 1:15pm
The outcome of the current debate over the U.S. national debts and deficits will have implications for many parts of the national budget. Panelists will discuss the impact on the budgets for USAID, Department of State, and what it could mean for U.S. development policy.
The Arab Spring: The Changing Landscape and Implications for Development
July 22, 2011 // 12:00pm — 1:15pm
David Ottaway, who covered the Middle East for The Washington Post, will provide an overview of recent activities in the region and their impact on the political and economic landscape. Margot Badran, a scholar on the Middle East, will share her insights on the events in Egypt and provide a perspective on Egypt’s path to development. They will also examine what implications this may have for the U.S. relationship with the region.
Targeting Top Teachers For Superior STEM Education
July 12, 2011 // 9:00am — 10:15am
With the impending reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, the issue of teacher quality is one of particular interest for the upcoming session. The panel of Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellows discussed the characteristics and considerations that a definition for Highly Effective STEM Teachers should address. The Fellows also addressed the impact of high quality professional development programs by outlining their experiences and observations.
Mexico's Presidential Elections: Implications for the U.S. Relationship with its Neighbor Next Door
June 28, 2011 // 12:00pm — 1:15pm
Once every twelve years, presidential elections in Mexico and the United States fall in the same year. Mexico Institute Director Andrew Selee and Senior Associate Eric L. Olson examined the current political landscape in Mexico and the implications for the 2012 presidential elections in both countries.
Bullets to Books: The Role of Education in Development and What the U.S. Can Do
June 17, 2011 // 12:00pm — 1:15pm
Panelists discuss the importance of education from early childhood to higher education, its impact on a nation’s economy, and current education initiatives being put forth by USAID.
