Government Events

Join us for a book talk with award-winning author, Brian Morra '78. Brian, Professor of Russian Studies Sasha Prokhorov, and Elena Prokhorova will lead us on a deep dive into his book, The Righteous Arrows, his second book in his series The Able Archers.

Following a huge success by the far-right in European Parliamentary elections, we take the national elections in Austria and  Germany as a starting point for a discussion on what that means for Europe. 

The Global Research Institute presents the Research in Progress: Francesca Parente & Dong Luo

Applications are live to join the 2025 ABC cohort! We will be holding two information sessions for prospective applicants, going over basics of the program and answering any questions students may have.

Join the Institute for Integrative Conservation for a training session on the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) and Environmental and Social Standards to better manage environmental and social risks in international development.

Students are invited to stop by the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Fair to learn more about engaging in research!

Retired Colonel Lasha Beridze of the Armed Forces of Georgia talks about the latest updates from the war in Ukraine, prospects for peace, and implications for Euro-Atlantic integration. 

Applications are live to join the 2025 ABC team! We will be holding an information session to go over the basics of the program, as well as answer any questions applicants may have.

Join us for an insightful session featuring firsthand stories from William & Mary students and faculty about the realities of conducting research in international settings. 

Join Former Secretary of Defense, Robert M. Gates, and former Head of USAID, Ambassador Mark Green in a conversation moderated by GRI Director, Professor Mike Tierney.

Friday, October 18, 3:30 pm in Washington 301

Homecoming Alumni Talk by Nicole Wright Patrick ’15, Program Manager, Central and Eastern Europe, (NDI).

Voice, Space, and Accountability: Strengthening Democracy in Central & Eastern Europe

Please Join us for Homecoming! We will be hosting a joint Homecoming celebration for all Economics, Government, International Relations, and Public Policy Alumni!

Join the units of the HIVE: the Global Research Institute, the Institute for Integrative Conservation and the Whole of Government Center of Excellence for a Homecoming & Reunion Weekend party!

Have you ever wondered how the Electoral College actually works? Or who gets to cast the electoral votes that determine the president? Come hear an insider perspective on these topics from Prof. Alan Kennedy in a conversation hosted by Prof. Paul Manna.

Join W&M Global Research Institute for the launch of The Migrant's Jail: An American History of Mass Incarceration (Princeton University Press, 2024), written by W&M Assistant Professor Brianna Nofil. Co-sponsored with W&M Libraries and History Department

Join a guided conversation about trust in elections. With a small group of fellow participants from campus and our broader community, you will share your perspectives on trust and your hopes for how communities could inspire more trust in our elections.

Join the Institute for Integrative Conservation and our partners for the final 2024 CRP student presentations. TWO SESSIONS -  In-person and virtual options.

The Global Research Institute invites students, faculty, and staff to speak with Professor Anusha Chari the current Senior Economist on the President’s Council of Economic Advisors. A light lunch will be provided. 

A conversation with Daniel Skinner, Ph.D., Professor of Health Policy at Ohio University, about how urban healthcare institutions work with their communities.

Join a guided conversation about trust in elections. With a small group of fellow participants from campus and our broader community, you will share your perspectives on trust and your hopes for how communities could inspire more trust in our elections.

Noah Robertson '19, Defense News Pentagon reporter, will discuss his life as a journalist -- from his work at William & Mary to today!

The Raft Debate returns!    

The Whole of Government Center of Excellence invites interested students to learn more about the Summer 2025 EUCOM Volunteer Internship Program, with opportunities at HQ U.S. European Command & HQ U.S. Africa Command, both located in Stuttgart, Germany. 

Interested in a summer internship focused on human rights in Argentina? Come to our info session, part of the W&M International Career Series Program

What will US foreign policy look like in the next presidential administration? Join Dr. Kiron Skinner and the Security & Foreign Policy Initiative for a timely discussion of the foreign policy visions of the prospective Harris and Trump administrations.