2009 Press Releases

30 Jun 2009—Kennedy Center film series opens window on the world
Looking for an innovative way to escape the summer heat? Expand your world beginning Wednesday, July 1, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark building as the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies kicks off “Essential Bollywood—Kennedy Center Summer Film Series.

9 Jun 2009—U.S. immigration policy subject for BYU lecture June 12
Jen Smyers, an associate for Immigration and Refugee Policy for Church World Service, will discuss “Immigration, Refugee Protection and Other U.S. Global Policy Issues at Home” during a Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center lecture Friday, June 12, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Church World Service is an ecumenical humanitarian organization that extends disaster assistance, social and economic development, and refugee protection to people around the world.

5 Jun 2009—China migrant workers subject for BYU lecture June 10
“The World is Flat — Lessons from China's Migrant Workers” is the subject of a Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center lecture Wednesday, June 10, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building by Gary Oba, officer-designee, Xiamen/Fujian, U.S. Consulate General in Guangzhou.

29 May 2009—BYU students participate in Model European Union meet
Six students from Brigham Young University participated in the fifth West Coast Model European Union at the European Union Center of Excellence, Jackson School of International Studies, University of Washington in Seattle. The Model EU is a simulation of a European Council Summit. Teams made up of two undergraduate students play the roles of representatives of EU member state delegations.

22 May 2009—BYU international law chapter named most improved
Brigham Young University’s chapter of the International Law Students Association was selected to receive the “Most Improved Chapter” award for 2008-2009.

1 Apr 2009—Ukrainian ambassador to UN to address BYU students April 9
His Excellency Yuriy A. Sergeyev, Ukrainian ambassador to the United Nations, will address “Ukraine-U.S. Relations” at a Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center lecture Thursday, April 9, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Sergeyev was appointed permanent representative of Ukraine to the U.N. in April 2007, having previously served as ambassador to France, Greece and Albania, as permanent representative to UNESCO and as secretary of state in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Ukraine.

1 Apr 2009—Consul general of Egypt in San Francisco to speak at BYU April 9
 His Excellency Hesham Elnakib, consul general of Egypt in San Francisco, will present a Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center lecture, “Egypt and the U.S. under the Obama Administration,” Thursday, April 9, at noon in 303 J. Reuben Clark Building. Elnakib has had a distinguished career in diplomatic service. Recently appointed consul general of Egypt in San Francisco, Elnakib is responsible for Egyptian affairs in Arizona, Alaska, California, Idaho, Washington, Utah, Montana, Oregon, Nevada, Hawaii and Wyoming.

25 Mar 2009—American Enterprise Institute scholar to discuss Iran April 1 at BYU
Michael Rubin, American Enterprise Institute scholar, will present a David M. Kennedy Center Lecture, “Can Diplomacy Tame Iran?” Wednesday, April 1, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University. Rubin is a resident scholar in foreign and defense policy studies at the American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research. His major research area is the Middle East, with special focus on Iran, Iraq, Turkey and Kurdish society. He also writes frequently on transformative diplomacy and governance issues.

24 Mar 2009—Brazilian diplomats plan lectures at BYU
Two Brazilian diplomats, an ambassador and a consul general, will present David M. Kennedy Center lectures at Brigham Young University: • His Excellency Antonio de Aguiar Patriota will present a lecture Tuesday, March 31, at 2 p.m. in the Harold B. Lee Library. He was appointed as ambassador in 2007, having previously served as undersecretary-general for political affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, chief of staff and secretary for diplomatic planning to the minister of foreign relations.

24 Mar 2009—BYU students can learn of Foreign Service careers in April 2 lectures
Amy J. Hyatt, diplomat in residence at Arizona State University, will present “An Insider’s View of the Foreign Service” to Brigham Young University students Thursday, April 2, in B106 Joseph F. Smith Building. She will discuss “Life in the Foreign Service” from 3 to 4 p.m., and she will give pointers on “Preparing for the Foreign Service Oral Exam” from 5 to 7 p.m.

23 Mar 2009—CIA staff historian to lecture at BYU March 30
Nicholas Dujmovic, CIA staff historian, will present a Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center lecture, “Can We Know the Truth about CIA History?” Monday, March 30, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Dujmovic joined the agency in 1990 as an analyst. He has also served as speechwriter to John Deutch and George J. Tenet, former CIA directors, and as editor of the “President's Daily Brief.”

19 Mar 2009—Pulitzer Prize-winning NY Times reporter to discuss Obama March 27 at BYU
Joseph Kahn, the Pulitzer Prize-winning deputy foreign editor for The New York Times, will present a Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center Lecture, “The Challenge of Obama in the New World,” Friday, March 27, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Prior to his current assignment, Kahn served as The New York Times Beijing bureau chief, as a reporter in the Washington Bureau and as a reporter on the business desk in New York. Before joining The New York Times, he spent four years as a China correspondent for The Wall Street Journal.

18 Mar 2009—Early Christian writing topic for David M. Kennedy Center lecture March 19
"Writing Christian: Some Observations on the Identification of Early Christian Letters in Egypt" will be the topic presented by Lincoln H. Blumell, a visiting assistant professor Tulane University, on Thursday, March 19, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Blumell’s research interest is ancient Christianity, and he will defend his dissertation, “Lettered Christians: Christians, Letters, and Late Antique Oxyrhynchus,” at the University of Toronto in June.

13 Mar 2009—U.S. and Third World subject for David M. Kennedy Center lecture March 25
Jason C. Parker, assistant professor of history at Texas A&M University, will present a David M. Kennedy Center lecture, “Kipling's Ghost: Decolonization, Public Diplomacy, and the Invention of the Third World,” Wednesday, March 25, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University. After teaching for four years at West Virginia University, Parker joined the A&M History Department in 2006. His research interests include U.S. foreign relations, decolonization and the Cold War, race and diplomacy and Caribbean/inter-American affairs.

12 Mar 2009—U.S. intelligence failure subject of David M. Kennedy Center lecture March 17
Loch K. Johnson, an author and professor of political science at the University of Georgia, will present a David M. Kennedy Center Lecture, “Limiting the Risk of Intelligence Failure,” Tuesday, March 17, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Johnson’s research interests are the American Presidency, Congress and national security policy, and his expertise lies in the activities of U.S. intelligence agencies.

12 Mar 2009—BYU professor to discuss Tour de France at lecture March 18
Julie R. Hartley, Brigham Young University assistant professor of anthropology, will present a David M. Kennedy Center Lecture, “The Tour de France: Modern Heroes, Mythologized Landscape, and the Ritual Nation” Wednesday, March 18, at 4 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Hartley’s research interests are applied anthropology, anthropology and education, political rhetoric, nationalism, tourism, international development and violence.

11 Mar 2009—Russian ambassador to the United Nations at BYU March 16
His Excellency Vitaly Churkin, Russian ambassador to the United Nations, will present a briefing on "Russian Foreign Policy" on Monday, March 16, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University. His visit will help prepare BYU students who will be participating in the National Model United Nations in New York City in April. The lecture is also open to the community.

5 Mar 2009—UC-Davis professor to discuss Iraqi war in BYU lecture March 18
David Simpson, a professor of English at the University of California, Davis, will present a Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center lecture, “Running from Liberty Plaza and Running in Baghdad,” Wednesday, March 18, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Simpson joined the faculty of UC-Davis in 1997 after teaching at Columbia, the University of Colorado, Northwestern University and Cambridge. His areas of research and teaching are Romanticism and literary theory.

3 Mar 2009—Thunderbird School of Global Management executive at BYU March 10
Tom Brennan, director of Global Recruitment at the Thunderbird School of Global Management, will visit Brigham Young University to speak to students Tuesday, March 10, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Brennan is a 2005 graduate from Thunderbird’s full-time MBA program. Prior to enrolling at Thunderbird as a student, Brennan worked as an English teacher, as a corporate trainer in China and at an investment company in his home city of Philadelphia. He now lives in Arizona where Thunderbird is located.

26 Feb 2009—Annual BYU Hunger Banquet March 6-7 to spotlight global income disparity
Brigham Young University’s Students for International Development will host the 19th Annual Hunger Banquet Friday and Saturday, March 6-7, in the Wilkinson Student Center Terrace. Tickets go on sale Monday, March 2, for $7 at the WSC Information Desk, $6 with a college-level textbook published within the last seven years to donate, or $8 at the door. The event is open to the public.

26 Feb 2009—David M. Kennedy Center hosts annual Inquiry Conference March 3-6
Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host the 11th annual Inquiry Conference, featuring topics such as development, microlending and literacy, Tuesday through Friday, March 3-6, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Admission is free and all are invited to attend, especially those interested in cross-cultural or international studies. Daily sessions run from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

20 Feb 2009—BYU's David M. Kennedy Center plans panel discussion, lecture on Book of Semester
William Easterly's “The White Man’s Burden: How the West’s Efforts to Aid the Rest Have Done So Much Ill and So Little Good,” Four Brigham Young University faculty perspectives on the ideas presented by William Easterly in his book, “The White Man’s Burden: How the West’s Efforts to Aid the Rest Have Done So Much Ill and So Little Good,” will be given Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 3 to 5 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

20 Feb 2009—South African ambassador to U.S. at BYU lecture March 4
His Excellency Welile Nhlapo, South African ambassador to the United States, will speak on “South Africa Today: Challenges and Opportunities” Wednesday, March 4, at noon in the Harold B. Lee Library Auditorium at Brigham Young University. Nhlapo was appointed ambassador to the U.S. in 2007, having served previously as ambassador to Ethiopia and permanent representative to the Organization of African Unity and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa since 1995.

19 Feb 2009—Careers in foreign service subject of BYU lecture Feb. 26
"Inside the Foreign Service: Getting In and Thriving as a Diplomat" will be the topic of discussion for a David M. Kennedy Center lecture on Thursday, Feb. 26, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University. 

18 Feb 2009—"Global Car" documentary to be featured at BYU lecture Nov. 25
Dodge Billingsley, documentary film producer and director, will present a Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies lecture, “Making of ‘Global Car’: The Director’s Perspective,” Wednesday, Feb. 25, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. “Global Car” is the most recent film in the “Beyond the Border” series, films of international scope that Billingsley has been producing for the David M. Kennedy Center.

17 Feb 2009—Visitor to discuss indigenous communities of Chihuahua at BYU lecture Feb. 20
Horacio Echavarría González will present “Pobreza entre las Pueblos Indigenas de Chihuahua” at a David M. Kennedy Center Lecture on Friday, Feb. 20, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. The lecture will be given in Spanish. This lecture is part of the “Conference on Poverty and Development in Indigenous Communities: The Case of the Tarahumara.”

13 Feb 2009—BYU students conduct 19th Annual BYUMUN Conference for Utah public school students
High school and junior high students from around Utah gathered on Saturday, Jan. 24, to participate in the 19th annual BYU Model United Nations Conference, wholly organized by BYU’s MUN team. Utah students spent the day in committee sessions, where they represented various countries from around the world as delegations to the United Nations and its various organs. The delegates had opportunities to give speeches, write resolutions and form alliances in order to pass the resolutions they considered most appropriate to the problems their committees were assigned to deal with.

11 Feb 2009—NPR producer, BYU alumnus to discuss Iraq coverage at BYU lecture Feb. 19
Dianna Douglas, national desk producer at National Public Radio, will present a Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center Lecture, “Dispatches from the Red Zone — National Public Radio's Baghdad Bureau Chief on Covering the Iraq War,” Thursday, Feb. 19, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Douglas has reported from across the nation and around the world. She served as NPR's bureau chief in Baghdad, covering the American occupation and its effects on Iraq and shared in the Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Award that NPR won for its coverage of the war in Iraq.

9 Feb 2009—Afghanistan, Iraq subjects of David M. Kennedy Center lecture Feb. 18
Adam Fife will present “Afghanistan, Iraq and Counterinsurgency: Similarities, Differences and the Way Forward” at a Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center Lecture Wednesday, Feb. 18, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Fife is the director of unconventional solutions for a U.S. government services provider, where he works with various U.S. agencies in new approaches to countering terrorism and insurgencies worldwide.

2 Feb 2009—Contemporary Jerusalem topic for David M. Kennedy lecture Feb. 11
“Contemporary Jerusalem: Between Confrontation and Conciliation” will be the topic of a David M. Kennedy Center Lecture by Daniel Seidemann Wednesday, Feb. 11, at noon in the Brigham Young University Harold B. Lee Library Auditorium. Seidemann is the founder and legal advisor for Ir Amim, a nonprofit association dedicated to an equitable, stable and sustainable Jerusalem. He has been a practicing attorney in Jerusalem and a partner in a firm specializing in commercial law since 1987.

2 Feb 2009—Eurasian energy, national security subject for BYU lecture Feb. 11
Roger D. Kangas, a professor at the Near East South Asia Center for Strategic Studies at the National Defense University in Washington, D.C., will present a David M. Kennedy Center Lecture, “Please Don’t Turn Out the Lights: Eurasian Energy and National Security,” Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University. Kangas works with programs on terrorism and transnational threats. He is also an adjunct professor at Georgetown University and has written articles and book chapters on central Asian politics and security. His latest work is “Playing Solitaire: Competing National Security Strategies in Central Asia.”

15 Jan 2009—Olympic Games subject ot BYU David M. Kennedy Center leture Jan. 28
Corry L. Cropper, Brigham Young University associate professor of French studies, will present a David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies lecture titled “The Olympic Games: European Elitism for the Masses” Wednesday, Jan. 28, at noon in the Harold B. Lee Library Auditorium. In his latest book, “Playing at Monarchy: Sport as Metaphor in Nineteenth-Century France,” he examines the ways sports and games are metaphorically used to defend and subvert, to praise and mock, both class and political power structures.

15 Jan 2009—Foreign aid subject of David M. Kennedy Center address Jan. 23
Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host a lecture on U.S. foreign aid by Aaron H. Sherinian titled “Why We Do It; Why It Matters; New Approaches” Friday, Jan. 23, at noon in B-092 Joseph F. Smith Building. As managing director for public affairs in the Department of Congressional and Public Affairs at the Millennium Challenge Corporation, Sherinian manages strategic relationships with media outlets and the organization’s ongoing outreach efforts with stakeholders and public institutions.

15 Jan 2009—“Is U.S. a Declining Superpower?â€? topic for David M. Kennedy Center lecture Jan. 21
Earl H. Fry, Brigham Young University political science professor and Canadian studies coordinator, will present a Global Awareness Lecture titled “Is the United States a Declining Superpower?” Wednesday, Jan. 21, at noon in the Harold B. Lee Library Auditorium. Fry recently returned to the United States after directing BYU’s academic study abroad program in Paris. He served as a Fulbright lecturer at the Sorbonne, as director of International Education and Canadian studies at SUNY Plattsburgh and as a special assistant in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, specializing in international investment issues and U.S.-Canadian trade relations.

12 Jan 2009—International Study Programs Winter Fair at BYU Jan. 15
The Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host an International Study Programs Winter Fair Thursday, Jan. 15, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Herald R. Clark Building. Former program participants and directors will speak to students about the specific department-sponsored programs.

12 Jan 2009—“The Rule of Law in a Time of Terrorâ€? topic for BYU lecture Jan. 14
David Nevin, adjunct professor of trial practice from the University of Idaho College of Law, will present a Global Awareness Lecture titled “The Rule of Law in a Time of Terror” Wednesday, Jan. 14 at noon in the Harold B. Lee Library auditorium. Nevin has defended criminal cases in Idaho, the Pacific Northwest for more than 25 years. He obtained acquittals in a number of high profile prosecutions that included issues of civil rights and government overreaching, including the 1993 Ruby Ridge case and the recent terrorism prosecution of a Saudi Arabian graduate student, Sami Omar Al-Hussayen.

2008 Press Releases

3 Dec 2008—Israeli Consul General to give Middle East briefing Dec. 9 at BYU
CANCELLEDJacob Dayan, Israeli Consul General, will present a Middle East Briefing on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 2 p.m. in the David M. Kennedy Center conference room (238 Herald R. Clark Building) at Brigham Young University. Dayan was appointed consul general in October 2007, the senior representative of the State of Israel in the southwestern United States. Before assuming his post in Los Angeles, Dayan assisted with a feasibility study for initiating negotiations with Syria.

3 Dec 2008—European Union immigration woes topic for BYU lecture Dec. 10
Raymond Taras, professor of international relations and director of the World Literature Program at Tulane University, will present “A Europe of Phobias? How Immigration is Making the EU Paranoid” Wednesday, Dec. 10 at noon at Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies conference room, 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Taras has taught at universities in Canada, Denmark and England. He has also held visiting positions at the universities of Michigan, Kentucky and Colorado, as well as Stanford and Harvard.

3 Dec 2008—Sports, culture in Europe, America topic for Dec. 11 lecture at BYU
Andrei S. Markovits, the Karl W. Deutsch Collegiate Professor of Comparative Politics and German Studies at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, will be guest lecturer as part of the Sports and Global Society Lecture Series, discussing “Sports and Culture in Europe and America—A Mirror of Modern Life,” Thursday, Dec. 11, at 4 p.m. in 2107 Jesse Knight Building at Brigham Young University. A prolific author, Markovits has written books and articles in English and many foreign languages on topics as varied as German and Austrian politics, anti-Semitism, anti-Americanism, sports and culture in Europe and the U.S. and the relationship between humans and dogs.

3 Dec 2008—Afghan ambassador to U.S. to speak at BYU Dec. 8
His Excellency Said Tayeb Jawad "Afghanistan: Security, Development, and Relations with the U.S." will be the topic of an Ambassadorial Insights Lecture presented by His Excellency Said Tayeb Jawad, Afghan ambassador to the U.S., on Monday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m. in the David M. Kennedy Center conference room, 238 Herald R. Clark Building, at Brigham Young University.

2 Dec 2008—BYU will host dance benefit for UNICEF Dec. 6
Brigham Young University’s UNICEF club will host a “Believe in Zero” benefit concert and dance party to raise money for underprivileged children throughout the world, Saturday, Dec. 6 from 7 to 11 p.m. in the Wilkinson Student Center Ballroom. The evening will feature performances by Imagine Dragons, Sharks Speed and Kid You Nauts. Tickets are $6 and can be purchased at the Wilkinson Student Center Information Desk or at the door.

24 Nov 2008—Japanese scholar to discuss colonial politics Dec. 5 at BYU
Jin Makabe, a Harvard-Yenching Institute visiting research fellow, will present “A Genealogy of Japanese Colonial Policies: The Views of Christian University Scholars” Friday, Dec. 5, at noon in the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies conference room, 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Makabe is an associate professor in the Graduate School of Law and Politics at Hokkaido University in Japan, specializing in Japanese intellectual history from the 17th to the 20th century.

21 Nov 2008—Former CNN correspondent to speak on North Korean nuclear crisis Dec. 4
Mike Chinoy, Edgerton Fellow on Korean Security at the Pacific Council on International Policy in Los Angeles, will speak at an Asian Studies Lecture Thursday, Dec. 4, at 2 p.m. in the David M. Kennedy Center conference room, 258 Herald R. Clark Building. A foreign correspondent for CNN for 24 years, Chinoy will speak on his latest book, “Meltdown: The Inside Story of the North Korean Nuclear Crisis” (2008), which was hailed by The Washington Post as a “tour de force of reporting.”

18 Nov 2008—LDS Humanitarian work topic for BYU lecture Dec. 3
Sharon Eubank, director of the Humanitarian Wheelchair Program for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, will present a Global Awareness Lecture titled “Please Don’t Tell this Story: LDS Humanitarian Work and the Media” Wednesday, Dec. 3, at noon in the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies conference room, 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Since joining the Church Welfare Department in 1988, Eubank has helped establish international employment offices, has created a training workshop for entrepreneurs and has helped Church members find resources to start businesses. Her current responsibilities also include supervising humanitarian work in the Middle East and North Africa.

12 Nov 2008—David M. Kennedy Center lists events for International Education Week Nov. 17-21
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies and BYU International Services will host a series of events for International Education Week Monday through Friday, Nov. 17-21. • World Fest 2008: The community is invited to be a part World Fest 2008 during International Education Week. Culture booths will be on display each day in the Wilkinson Student Center Garden Court. There will also be cultural performances there during the noon hour each day. Tickets are not required. Public school students are welcome to attend World Fest 2008. Public school teachers should call (801) 422-2695 to schedule a date and time.

10 Nov 2008—Awards announced for annual David M. Kennedy Center photo contest
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University is pleased to announce the winners of the ninth annual International Study Programs photo contest in conjunction with International Education Week, November 17-21. An awards reception will be held Monday, Nov. 17, at 2 p.m. in the David M. Kennedy Center conference room, 238 Herald R. Clark Building, where the winners will discuss their international study experiences and the circumstances surrounding the photos they took during the 2007-2008 academic year.

6 Nov 2008—BYU faculty panel to discuss post-election U.S. foreign policy, Nov. 12
Four Brigham Young University professors will discuss “What’s Next? Post-Election Perspectives on U.S. Foreign Policy” Wednesday, Nov. 12, at noon in the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies Conference room, 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

4 Nov 2008—“Islam and the Modern Worldâ€? to be lecture topic at BYU Nov. 6
“Islam and the Modern World” will be the topic of a guest lecture given by Akbar Ahmed, holder of the Ibn Khaldun Chair of Islamic Studies at American University in Washington, D.C., Thursday, Nov. 6, at 3 p.m. at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies conference room, 238 Herald R. Clark Building, at Brigham Young University.

30 Oct 2008—NCIS topic for BYU career lecture Nov. 4
“Inside the ‘Real’ NCIS” will be the topic of a Career Lecture on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 3 p.m. in the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies conference room, 238 Herald R. Clark Building, at Brigham Young University.

27 Oct 2008—University of Utah archaeologist to speak at BYU Oct. 30
 Bradley J. Parker, associate professor of history at the University of Utah, will present “Provincial Power in the Assyrian Empire: A Microhistory of a Provincial Administrator” at a David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies Ancient Near Eastern Studies lecture Thursday, Oct. 30, at 11 a.m. in 2113 Jesse Knight Building at Brigham Young University.

23 Oct 2008—Panel to discuss Middle East nuclear policy at BYU Oct. 29
Students can expect frank and interesting answers to questions when a panel of Middle East experts presents “Iran, Nuclear Non-proliferation and Middle East Policy,” Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studiesconference room (238 Herald R. Clark building) at Brigham Young University. The panel will discuss continuing challenges to peace in the Middle East. Chad F. Emmett, Middle East Studies/Arabic program coordinator and associate professor of geography at BYU, will moderate the discussion.

20 Oct 2008—BYU to host ambassador from Uganda in lecture Oct. 29
His Excellency Perezi Kamunanwire, Ugandan ambassador to the U.S., will speak at a Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, Oct. 29, at noon in the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies conference room (238 Herald R. Clark Building). Kamunanwire was appointed Ugandan ambassador to the U.S. in 2006, having served previously as his country’s permanent representative to the United Nations in New York and as ambassador to Germany.

17 Oct 2008—School sustainability in Cambodia topic for BYU lecture Oct. 22
Author and photographer Kari Grady Grossman, who has spent nearly two decades traveling, writing and producing documentaries, will present "The Relationship Matters as Much as the Money: Sustainability for Schools in Cambodia" at a Global Awareness Lecture in the David M. Kennedy Center conference room (238 Herald R. Clark Building) on Wednesday, Oct. 22 ,at noon. She was compelled to write “Bones That Float” to tell the story of how adopting one child led to adopting a whole country. She and her husband, George, began the adoption process in Cambodia, a country that they could hardly place on a map at the time.

17 Oct 2008—BYU lecture features culinary tour of Italy Oct. 27
Luca Bonomi, an expert in Italian art and language, will present “Eating Italian Culture: A Culinary Journey through Art, History, Music and Literature” Monday, Oct. 27, at 2 p.m. at the David M. Kennedy Center at Brigham Young University (238 Herald R. Clark Building). Bonomi is president of Società Dante Alighieri-Comitato di Siena, an institution of Italian language, culture and gastronomy in Siena, Italy. Named for the author of “The Divine Comedy,” the institution was founded in 1889 to preserve and share Italian language and culture with the world. Committees of the institution exist throughout Italy and in major cities on every continent.

16 Oct 2008—Ambassador from Mali to speak at BYU Oct. 24
Abdoulaye Diop, Malian ambassador to the U.S., will speak at an Ambassadorial Insights Lecture at Brigham Young University Friday, Oct. 24, at noon in the Kennedy Center Conference room (238 Herald R. Clark Building). Diop is a career diplomat, having previously acted as an adviser to President Alpha Oumar Konaré and President Amadou Toumani Touré, during which time Mali assumed the chairmanship of the Economic Community of West African States and the West African Economic and Monetary Union.

14 Oct 2008—Peruvian Ambassador to the U.S. plans BYU address Oct. 23
His Excellency Felipe Ortiz de Zevallos, Peruvian Ambassador to the U.S., will present “Peru at the Global Stage” at an Ambassadorial Insights Lecture at Brigham Young University on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 11 a.m. in the Kennedy Center conference room (238 Herald R. Clark Building). Zevallos has served as Peru’s ambassador since 2006, having previously served as president of Universidad del Pacífico, one of the most prestigious educational institutions on economics and business in Peru.

13 Oct 2008—"Face of England" photo exhibit featured at David M. Kennedy Center
Images captured during Brigham Young University’s fall 2007 London Study Abroad program are currently being exhibited at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies in the Herald R. Clark Building. The 16-image exhibit is a sampling of digital photography by BYU students Christian Smith, Katy Taylor, Carly Cowser and Greg Steele.

6 Oct 2008—Ambassador from Ghana to address BYU students Oct. 16
His Excellency Kwame Bawuah-Edusei, Ghanaian ambassador to the United States, will speak at an Ambassadorial Insights Lecture at Brigham Young University on Thursday, Oct. 16, at 11 a.m. in the David M. Kennedy Center conference room, 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Bawuah-Edusei was appointed Ghana’s ambassador in 2006 and holds concurrent accreditation to Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Haiti and the Bahamas.

2 Oct 2008—Finding common ground with sports topic of education workshops Oct. 8-9
Several Brigham Young University organizations will host a workshop for Utah secondary school teachers titled “Sports and Global Society: Rethinking School Cultures,” Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 8 and 9, at 4 p.m. Wednesday’s session will be held at the BYU Salt Lake Center at the Triad Center downtown, while Thursday’s session will be held at Jordan High School in Sandy.

1 Oct 2008—BYU Speech, Debate Team compete in Twin Falls tournament
Brigham Young University’s Speech and Debate Team competed last weekend at the CSI Debate Tournament in Twin Falls, Idaho.

30 Sep 2008—New York Times reporter to speak at BYU Oct. 6
New York Times reporter Matthew L. Wald will present “A ‘Low-Carb’ Diet for the Planet” Monday, Oct. 6, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

25 Sep 2008—BYU hosts McGill University professor for annual Palmer Lecture Oct. 2
Antonia Maioni, director of the McGill Institute for the Study of Canada, will be the guest of honor at the 2008 Asael E. and Maydell C. Palmer Lecture in Canadian Studies Thursday, Oct. 2, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

23 Sep 2008—African unity subject of BYU David M. Kennedy Center lecture Oct. 1
F. Abiola Irele will present “African Unity: History, Problems, Prospects” at a Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, Oct. 1, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

18 Sep 2008—Vietnamese ambassador to visit BYU for lecture Sept. 25
His Excellency Le Cong Phung, Vietnamese ambassador to the United States, will speak at an Ambassadorial Insights Lecture on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

15 Sep 2008—Russia, Georgia and Ossetia topic of BYU lecture Sept. 24
Featuring documentary filmmaker Dodge Billingsley

4 Sep 2008—Executive director of Pacific American Foundation to speak at BYU Sept. 17
“Integrating Traditional Knowledge with 21st Century Education Strategies: Relevance, Rigor and Relationships” will be presented by Herb Lee, Jr. at a Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

3 Sep 2008—Value of international education topic for BYU lecture Sept. 10
Lynn Elliott, director of International Study Programs at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University, will discuss the value of academic study abroad on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

14 Aug 2008—BYU Debate Team attends Wyoming Debate Cooperative
The Brigham Young University Debate Team recently attended the 2008 University of Wyoming Debate Cooperative in Laramie, Wyo., where nearly 50 students took part in workshops and labs that were designed to enhance and expand their knowledge of debate and the structure of argumentation.

17 Jul 2008—Fellowship allows BYU student to pursue research in Qatar
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Institute of International Education awarded Brigham Young University student Drew Mallory the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship in the amount of $5,000.

9 Jul 2008—Diplomatic career topic for BYU David M. Kennedy Center lecture July 23
Mark Perry from the U.S. State Department will present “Living the Dream: One Man’s Journey from BYU Grad to Diplomat” at a Brigham Young University Global Awareness Lecture at noon on Wednesday, July 23, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

27 Jun 2008—Foreign Service careers topic for BYU lecture July 1
Foreign Service officer Jessica Ward will present a David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies lecture, “What You Will Find in the Foreign Service,” Tuesday, July 1 at 2 p.m. in B-104 of the Joseph Fielding Smith Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

19 Jun 2008—BYU represented at recent Canadian Triumvirate in Montreal
Student Darren Jackson named Outstanding Delegate

3 Jun 2008—Chechen insurgency topic for David M. Kennedy Center lecture June 11
Documentary film producer Dodge Billingsley will visit Brigham Young University to present “Tactical Shifts in the Chechen Insurgency: Yes, There is Still a War Going On” on Wednesday, June 11, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

3 Jun 2008—BYU student receives award to study at China's Nanjing University
Brigham Young University senior Gregory Macfarlane was awarded a $3,000 Freeman-Asia Award to study globalization in engineering projects at China’s Nanjing University.

21 May 2008—Three BYU students receive national Boren Scholarships
Three Brigham Young University students are recipients of the 2008-09 National Security Education Program Boren Undergraduate Scholarships.

15 May 2008—Federal service subject of Global Awareness Lecture May 28 at BYU
Jason Lim, a program analyst for the Transportation Security Administration, will present “Making a Difference Through Federal Service” at a Brigham Young University Global Awareness Lecture at noon on Wednesday, May 28, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Admission is free.

2 May 2008—25 BYU faculty members receive 2008 David M. Kennedy Center research grants
Applications now being accepted for 2009 grantsTwenty-five Brigham Young University faculty members will benefit from a portion of the $83,285 awarded in 2008 by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

29 Apr 2008—French cinema focus of Global Awareness Lecture at BYU May 7
Marc Olivier will discuss "Border Horror: Identity Anxiety in Recent French Cinema" Wednesday, May 7, at noon in Room 238 of the Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

29 Apr 2008—BYU Students win awards, get published at European Union conference
Brigham Young University students won awards and rights to publication for their participation in the European Union Center of California's Sixth Annual Undergraduate Research Conference in Claremont, Calif., last week.

29 Apr 2008—Former Pakistani judge to discuss war on terror May 14 at BYU
Chaudry Ali, a judge in Pakistan for more than 25 years, will present a Global Awareness Lecture "War on Terror by Reluctant Fighters" Wednesday, May 14, at noon in Room 238 of the Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

7 Apr 2008—John Milton subject for visiting lecturer at BYU April 14
Victoria A. Silver, associate professor of English at the University of California in Irvine, will present “’Neither person nor cause shall improper me’: Milton and Indecency Yet Once More,” in a lecture on Monday, April 14, at 3 p.m. in B092 Joseph F. Smith Building at Brigham Young University.

7 Apr 2008—BYU to air broadcast by Nobel Peace Prize-winning activist on April 18
The David M. Kennedy Center at Brigham Young University will host a live broadcast from the Tanner Humanities Center at the University of Utah of a lecture by Nobel Peace Prize-winner Shirin Ebadi on Friday, April 18, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

2 Apr 2008—Modern Korea topic for BYU seminar April 11
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host an Area Focus Seminar on Friday, April 11, from 1 to 4 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

2 Apr 2008—Maternal, newborn health focus of BYU conference April 4
Key officials from the Pan American Health Organization will join other health care professionals, including Brigham Young University College of Nursing faculty, to present a one-day conference on mother, newborn and child health Friday, April 4, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the BYU Conference Center.

31 Mar 2008—
Many of speaker Sadik J. Al-Azm’s books banned in Arab world

29 Mar 2008—Consul general of Spain in Chicago will discuss counter-terrorism in April 9 BYU lecture
His Excellency Javier Rupérez will speak at a Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, April 9, at noon at the Assembly Hall in the Hinckley Alumni and Visitors Center at Brigham Young University. The topic will be "A Spanish View of Counter-Terrorism and International Relations." The public is welcome to attend.

26 Mar 2008—International Society plans 19th annual conference at BYU April 7
“Meet the Mormons: Public Perception and the Global Church” is topic“Meet the Mormons: Public Perception and the Global Church” is the topic of the 19th annual International Society Conference Monday, April 7, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Assembly Hall at the Gordon B. Hinckley Alumni and Visitors Center at Brigham Young University.

26 Mar 2008—BYU Model United Nations team wins top awards fourth straight year in New York
BYU Model United Nations team wins top awards fourth straight year in New York

25 Mar 2008—Septuagint Bible topic for pair of lectures at BYU April 3-4
Robert J.V. Hiebert, a professor of Old Testament studies at Trinity Western Seminary in British Columbia, will present two lectures during a visit to Brigham Young University.

20 Mar 2008—Museum of Europe in Brussels subject of April 2 BYU lecture
Krzysztof Pomian, historian and scientific director of the Museum of Europe in Brussels, will conclude the European Lecture Series at Brigham Young University with a presentation on the “Museum of Europe” on Wednesday, April 2, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

18 Mar 2008—Paraguayan ambassador to speak at BYU March 27
His Excellency James Spalding, Paraguayan ambassador to theU.S., will speak at an Ambassadorial Insights Lecture at Brigham YoungUniversity on Thursday, March 27, 11 a.m. at the Assembly Hall in the Hinckley Alumni and Visitors Center on Brigham Young University's campus.

12 Mar 2008—University professor from Lebanon to give lecture series at BYU March 24-26
One lecture to examine "The Three Nephites" in comparative religionJad Hatem, a professor philosophy at the University of Saint Joseph in Lebanon, will offer a series of three lectures in the Harold B. Lee Library Auditorium at Brigham Young University Monday through Wednesday, March 24-26, from 2-3:30 p.m.

11 Mar 2008—French ambassador to U.S. visits BYU campus for lecture March 24
His Excellency Pierre Vimont will discuss “French-American Relations in Today's World” on Monday, March 24, at 3 p.m. in the Assembly Hall of the Hinckley Alumni and Visitors Center at Brigham Young University.

10 Mar 2008—BYU students part of Model European Union competition in Washington
Seven Brigham Young University students competed among the 27 delegates at a Model European Union competition held Feb. 22-23 at the University of Washington. The simulation dealt with the revision of the failed Constitutional Treaty as well as environmental post-Kyoto reforms.

7 Mar 2008—Sub-Saharan Africa subject for BYU lecture March 19
Robert G. Patman will present, “From Retreat to Re-engagement: American Policy toward Sub-Saharan Africa Before and After 9/11,” in a Global Awareness Lecture Wednesday, March 19, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

5 Mar 2008—BYU plans annual Hunger Banquet March 14-15
Proceeds to be donated to global aid organization

4 Mar 2008—Leading U.S. intelligence scholar to discuss 2008 Presidential elections March 13 at BYU
Loch K. Johnson, a leading U.S. intelligence scholar, will speak on the "2008 Presidential Elections" in an International Relations Lecture Thursday, March 13, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University hosted by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

4 Mar 2008—BYU emeritus professor edits special issue of national intelligence journal
"Intelligence and National Security," a leading journal for scholars who study intelligence, has released its February 2008 Special Issue: "Spying in Film and Fiction."

4 Mar 2008—“Godzilla and Postwar Japanese Cultureâ€? subject for BYU lecture March 12
William M. Tsutsui will discuss “Godzilla and Postwar Japanese Culture” in an Asian Studies Lecture Wednesday, March 12, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

3 Mar 2008—
"Inter-religious Understanding" will be the topic of a Global Awareness Lecture presented by Gary D. Bouma on Wednesday, March 12 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

26 Feb 2008—Annual Field Studies Inquiry Conference at BYU March 5-7
The 10th annual International Field Studies Inquiry Conference will be held Wednesday through Friday, March 5-7, from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

14 Feb 2008—European national identities topic for BYU lecture Feb. 27
Anne-Marie Thiesse, director of research at the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique in Paris, will present "The Cultural Construction of National Identities in Europe," the third segment of the European Culture Lecture Series at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies, Wednesday, Feb. 27 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

7 Feb 2008—"Iraq: Why the Surge Worked" topic for BYU lecture Feb. 13
Adam Fife will present "Iraq: Why the Surge Worked" at a Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, Feb. 13 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

6 Feb 2008—Hungarian ambassador to U.S. to address BYU students Feb. 20
A Global Awareness lecture will be given by his Excellency Ferenc Somogyi, ambassador to the United States for Hungary, on Wednesday, Feb. 20 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University. He will discuss “Hungary-U.S. Relations.”

6 Feb 2008—European cinema topic for lecture at BYU Feb. 20
Arnaud Huftier will present "Images de soi, images de l'autre: visages du cinéma européen" at a Brigham Young University lecture on Wednesday, Feb. 20 at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. His address will be offered in French.

31 Jan 2008—“Abkhazia: Untold War Storyâ€? subject of BYU lecture Feb. 6
Dodge Billingsley will offer a Global Awareness Lecture on “Abkhazia: Untold War Story” Wednesday, Feb. 6 at noon in 238 of the Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

31 Jan 2008—Guest lecture to discuss press freedom issues at BYU Feb. 7
Guest lecturer Kyu Ho Youm will present "A Global Perspective on Press Freedom Issues" followed by a question-and-answer session on Thursday, Feb. 7 at 3 p.m. in 115 David O. McKay Building at Brigham Young University.

30 Jan 2008—50 years in Asia topic for BYU David M. Kennedy Center lecture Jan. 31
Malan Jackson, emeritus director of international studies at Utah Valley State College, will discuss "Fifty Years on the Frontier in Asia" on Thursday, Jan. 31 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Buildingat Brigham Young University.

30 Jan 2008—Americans abroad to be topic for BYU lecture Feb. 1
"Americans Abroad: How to Be a Soft Power Superhero" will be the topic of an International Relations Lecture on Friday, Feb. 1 at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

29 Jan 2008—Carbon trading subject of BYU lecture Feb. 8
Larry Lohmann, founding member of the Durban Group for Climate Justice, will present “Carbon Trading: Solution to Climate Change or Corporate Resource Grab?” Friday, Feb. 8, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.Lohmann is learning more about U.S. carbon trading plans and climate politics and will be sharing his experiences about the failure of the trade in Europe, India, Brazil, Ugandan and other areas of the world.

28 Jan 2008—European Union cultural policy subject of BYU lecture Feb. 7
Patricia Dewey will speak on “Navigating the European Union Cultural Policy Labyrinth” on Thursday, Feb. 7 at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

24 Jan 2008—"Central America in Transition" subject of BYU lecture Jan. 30
Thomas L. Pearcy will present “Central America in Transition: A Circular History” at a Global Awareness Lecture at Brigham Young University in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on Wednesday, Jan. 30, at noon.

22 Jan 2008—Provo High students to enjoy visit by European Union ambassador Jan. 24
John Bruton, European Union Ambassador to the United States, will speak at a Provo High Town Meeting sponsored by the Center for the Study of Europe in partnership with the Intercultural Outreach and the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University.Bruton will address the students at 11:30 a.m. in the Provo High Auditorium on Thursday, Jan. 24. He will also offer a David M. Kennedy Center lecture at BYU in the Assembly Hall of the Hinckley Alumni and Visitor’s Center on Thursday at 3 p.m. The public is welcome to attend.

16 Jan 2008—BYU's David M. Kennedy Center seeks people to teach in China
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University is seeking qualified couples and individuals to teach at highly respected universities in the People's Republic of China during the 2008-2009 academic year.

15 Jan 2008—Harvard professor to discuss African unity Jan. 23 at BYU
F. Abiola Irele will present a Brigham Young University Global Awareness Lecture, “African Unity: History, Problems, Prospects,” on Wednesday, Jan. 23 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

15 Jan 2008—European Union ambassador to United States will speak at BYU Jan. 24
His Excellency John BrutonThe European Union ambassador to the United States will offer a David M. Kennedy Center lecture at Brigham Young University in the Assembly Hall of the Hinckley Alumni and Visitors Center on Thursday, Jan. 24, at 3 p.m.Admission is free and the public is welcome.

2007 Press Releases

7 Dec 2007—Foreign Service expert to address BYU students Dec. 10
Students from Brigham Young University’s Foreign Service Student Organization and Model United Nations will host James B. Warlick at a lecture on Monday, Dec. 10, at 10 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

7 Dec 2007—Documentary film producer to discuss Afghanistan, Iraq at BYU Dec. 12
Documentary film producer Dodge Billingsley will present a Global Awareness Lecture on “Force Projection or Force Protection: A New Mission Objective for Afghanistan and Iraq” at Brigham Young University on Wednesday, Dec. 12, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

27 Nov 2007—BYU receives top rankings for U.S. students studying abroad
The Institute of International Education released its annual Open Doors report on U.S. students studying abroad, ranking Brigham Young University in the top 10 schools (No. 9) for short-term study abroad and in the top 20 schools (No. 16) sending the most students abroad.These students studied in more than 130 programs in 60 countries, including those students studying at the Jerusalem Center and those traveling internationally with BYU’s performing groups.

27 Nov 2007—“Do Nuclear Weapons Promote Peace?â€? is BYU lecture topic Dec. 5
“Do Nuclear Weapons Promote Peace?” will be the topic of a Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, Dec. 5, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

20 Nov 2007—Anti-Americanism in Arab world topic for BYU lecture Nov. 28
“Causes of Anti-Americanism in the Arab World” will be the topic of a Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, Nov. 28, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

8 Nov 2007—David M. Kennedy Center announces winners of annual photo contest
Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies has announced the winners of its eighth annual photo contest to coincide with International Education Week Nov. 12-16.

8 Nov 2007—
Luca Bonomi, president of the Dante Alighieri Society in Siena, Italy, will present a Brigham Young University European Studies Lecture on Tuesday, Nov. 20, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

5 Nov 2007—Illegal immigration from Mexico topic for BYU lecture Nov. 7
John “Dink” Dinkelman, consul at the U.S. Consulate in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico, will speak at the Global Awareness Lecture Wednesday, Nov. 7, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

2 Nov 2007—David M. Kennedy Center celebrates International Education Week Nov. 12-16
Students are invited to immerse themselves in global issues, raise their awareness of international cultures and discover what international opportunities await them on campus during Brigham Young University’s celebration of International Education Week, Monday through Friday, Nov. 12-16.

1 Nov 2007—International Field Studies Open House scheduled for Nov. 8
Brigham Young University’s International Study Programs will hold an International Field Studies Open House on Thursday, Nov. 8, from 2 to 5 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

31 Oct 2007—Pakistani ambassador to U.S. plans Nov. 7 lecture at BYU
His Excellency Mahmud Ali Durrani, Pakistani ambassador to the United States, will discuss “Pakistan-U.S. Relations” at a Brigham Young University Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, Nov. 7, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

31 Oct 2007—Belgian ambassador plans Nov. 8 visit to BYU
The Belgian ambassador to the United States will speak on relations between the two countries at a Brigham Young University Ambassadorial Insights Lecture on Thursday, Nov. 8, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

29 Oct 2007—Venezuela, narcotics trafficking topic for BYU lecture Nov. 5
“Narcotics Trafficking and the Increasingly Important Role Venezuela Plays as a Transit Country” will be the topic of a Brigham Young University Foreign Service Lecture on Monday, Nov. 5, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

23 Oct 2007—Malaysian ambassador to U.S. will speak at BYU Nov. 1
Her Excellency Rajmah Hussain, Malaysian ambassador to the United States, will speak at an Ambassadorial Insights Lecture on Thursday, Nov. 1, at Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center.

22 Oct 2007—USU anthropologist to discuss energy future at BYU Oct. 30
Utah State University anthropologist and historian Joseph Tainter will present a lecture to Brigham Young University faculty and students on “Energy Gain and Future Energy: Collapse or Sustainability” on Tuesday, Oct. 30, at 3 p.m. in the Harold B. Lee Library Auditorium.

18 Oct 2007—Origins, future of Islam topic for panel discussion, lecture at BYU Oct. 31, Nov. 2
“No god but God: The Origins, Evolution and Future of Islam” by Reza Aslan is David M. Kennedy Center Book of the SemesterBrigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies has chosen “No god but God: The Origins, Evolution and Future of Islam” as its fall 2007 Book of the Semester.

17 Oct 2007—Australian ambassador to U.S. to give BYU lecture Oct. 25
His Excellency Dennis Richardson, Australian ambassador to the United States, will speak at Brigham Young University on Thursday, Oct. 25 at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

16 Oct 2007—Women in early modern Venice lecture topic at BYU Oct. 24
Eric R. Dursteler, an associate professor of history at Brigham Young University, will present “Fatima Hatun née Beatrice Michiel: Renegade Women in Early Modern Venice” on Wednesday, Oct. 24, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

16 Oct 2007—New York Times reporter to discuss Bush presidency at BYU lecture Oct. 25
David E. Sanger, chief Washington correspondent for “The New York Times,” will visit Brigham Young University on Thursday, Oct. 25, to present “Inside the White House: What Happened to the Bush Plan to Change the World?” at 4 p.m. in 250 Spencer W. Kimball Tower.

8 Oct 2007—International development expert at BYU lecture Oct. 19
International education and community development specialist Shahram Paksima will speak at Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies on Friday, Oct. 19, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

4 Oct 2007—Member of Scottish Parliament to discuss Scotland independence at BYU Oct. 11
Brian Adam, a member of the Scottish Parliament, will present “Scotland on the Road to Independence” at a Brigham Young University European Studies Lecture on Thursday, Oct. 11, at 3:30 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

4 Oct 2007—“Competition between Giants: The 'New' EU as a Global Powerâ€? subject of BYU lecture Oct. 17
Portland State University professor Birol A. YeĹźilada will present “Competition between Giants: The 'New' EU as a Global Power” at a Brigham Young University Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, Oct. 17, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

1 Oct 2007—Lost tribes of Israel, Biblical studies subjects of BYU lectures Oct. 10-11
K. Lawson Younger Jr., a professor of Old Testament, Semitic languages and ancient Near Eastern history at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, will visit Brigham Young University to speak at a Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, Oct. 10.

24 Sep 2007—"America’s Global Battle for Hearts and Minds" lecture topic at BYU Oct. 3
Kenneth A. Osgood, an associate professor of history at Florida Atlantic University, will visit the Brigham Young University campus to present "America’s Global Battle for Hearts and Minds" at a Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, Oct. 3 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

20 Sep 2007—“Hugo Chavez and Populism in Venezuelaâ€? subject of BYU lecture Sept. 26
Kirk A. Hawkins, assistant professor of political science at Brigham Young University, will present “Hugo Chavez and Populism in Venezuela” at a Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, Sept. 26, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark building.

11 Sep 2007—Foreign service careers topic of Sept. 20 BYU lecture
Robert B. Laing, senior foreign service officer and diplomat-in-residence at Arizona State University, will present a lecture titled “Foreign Service Officers: Careers and Lifestyles” Thursday, Sept. 20, from 10:30 a.m. to noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

26 Jul 2007—China and India in a global economy topic for Aug. 1 BYU lecture
Brian Reynolds, second secretary/vice consul at the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, India, will present a Global Awareness lecture on Wednesday, Aug. 1, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

26 Jul 2007—Foreign Service careers topic for July 30 lecture at BYU
Brigham Young University students can get an inside look at careers in the U.S. Foreign Service during a lecture Monday, July 30, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark building.

11 Jul 2007—Vice Consul to U.S. Embassy in Mexico to discuss immigration July 18
Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host a Global Awareness Lecture featuring the vice consul of the U.S. Embassy in Guadalajara, Mexico, Wednesday, July 18, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

13 Jun 2007—Building peace during civil war topic for BYU Kennedy Center lecture June 18
Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will present a Latin American Studies lecture by Christopher Mitchell, professor of international conflict analysis at George Mason University, on Monday, June 18, at 1 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

11 Jun 2007—BYU Russian majors compete in British parliamentary style debate, Model UN at Russian universities
Fourteen students majoring in Russian at Brigham Young University participated in British parliamentary style debate and Model United Nations competitions at Russian State University for the Humanities in Moscow and Saratov State University in Saratov, Russia.

7 Jun 2007—Global marketplace topic of David M. Kennedy Center lecture June 13
Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host a Global Awareness Lecture featuring Christopher Liechty, president and creative director of Meyer & Liechty, Inc., on Wednesday, June 13, at noon in  238 Herald R. Clark Building.

7 Jun 2007—BYU student receives national security education scholarship
Clay Adair, a senior at Brigham Young University, has been awarded the National Security Education Program David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarship.

29 May 2007—Senegalese author speaks at BYU June 6
Brigham Young University will host a Global Awareness Lecture by Aminata Sow Fall, a Senegalese author, on Wednesday, June 6, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

22 May 2007—Unique experience of Nicaraguan Mormons is lecture topic at BYU May 29
Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host a Latin American Studies lecture featuring Dutch researcher Henri Gooren Tuesday, May 29, at 1 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

18 May 2007—Islamic nationalist movements, Al-Qaeda topic for BYU lecture May 30
Kent Schull, a visiting professor in Brigham Young University's Department of History, will discuss Islamic nationalist movements, Al-Qaeda and the global war on terror during a Global Awareness Lecture Wednesday, May 30, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

4 May 2007—Foreign affairs officer to discuss modern slavery at BYU May 16
he Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host two lectures featuring Rebecca E. Billings, foreign affairs officer, Wednesday, May 16, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.Admission is free, and the public is welcome to attend.

4 May 2007—Professor to discuss Syrian regime May 9 at BYU
Amr Al-Azm, dean of Faculty and University Requirements at the Arab European University and lecturer at the University of Damascus, will speak at Brigham Young University Wednesday, May 9, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

23 Apr 2007—U.S. economic assistance to Iraq topic of May 2 BYU lecture
"From Bullets to Ballots: U.S. Economic Assistance to Iraq" will be the topic of a Global Awareness lecture to be presented by Susan Merrill, a member of the United States Agency for International Development, Wednesday, May 2, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

17 Apr 2007—Philippine ambassador to U.S. to address BYU community May 8
Brigham Young University is scheduled to host an Ambassadorial Insights lecture featuring His Excellency Willy C. Gaa, Philippine ambassador to the United States, Tuesday, May 8, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

12 Apr 2007—BYU student delegation wins top awards at National Model UN
For the third consecutive year, Brigham Young University’s Model United Nations program won two top honors, this time representing Syria and India at the recent National Model United Nations conference.

4 Apr 2007—"Vice President Cheney and the Global War on Terrorâ€? panel topic at BYU April 9
Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies has scheduled a panel discussion on “Vice President Cheney and the Global War on Terror” Monday, April 9, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Varsity Theater.

2 Apr 2007—Bennett staffer to discuss international careers at BYU lecture April 5
Mark Morrison, deputy chief of staff to Utah Sen. Robert F. Bennett, is slated to present a Middle Eastern Studies/Arabic Lecture Thursday, April 5, at 4 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

30 Mar 2007—Foreign policy, Syriac tradition topics for David M. Kennedy Center lectures April 11
Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host two distinguished speakers Wednesday, April 11, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

27 Mar 2007—BYU hosts Global Environment Film Series April 2-6
The Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies, in conjunction with BYU’s Ecology Club, will present a Global Environment Film Series April 2-6 in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

27 Mar 2007—Modern Iraq, ancient Egypt topics for BYU lectures April 4-5
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host a trio of lectures on the Middle East, ancient and modern, during the week of April 2.

22 Mar 2007—18th annual International Society Conference at BYU April 2
Keynote address by University of Utah President Michael K. Young“The Perplexities of Nations: Current Trends and the International Church” will be the focus for the 18th annual International Society Conference at Brigham Young University Monday, April 2, at 8:30 a.m. in the Harold B. Lee Library Auditorium.

22 Mar 2007—First Lady of Peru plans BYU lecture March 30
Will address audience in SpanishMaría del Pilar Nores Bodereau de Garcia, the First Lady of Peru, will speak at Brigham Young University Friday, March 30, at 2 p.m. in 151 N. Eldon Tanner Building.

22 Mar 2007—Albertan minister guest for annual BYU Palmer lecture April 2
Brigham Young University’s annual Palmer Distinguished Lecture on Canadian Studies will feature Greg Melchin, Minister of Seniors and Community Supports in Alberta, Canada, Monday, April 2, at 10 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

22 Mar 2007—American Samoa representative to the U.S. Congress at BYU lecture March 30
The Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host an Asian Studies Lecture by Eni F. H. Faleomavaega, American Samoa representative to the U.S. Congress, Friday, March 30, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

21 Mar 2007—Calling all 007s: BYU hosts "Spies in Film and Fiction" event March 26-30
Spy movie enthusiasts will see the truth behind the stereotype with “Spies in Film and Fiction,” a weeklong series of films, lectures and panel discussions by intelligence experts, at Brigham Young University Monday through Friday, March 26-30, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Admission is free, and the public is welcome.

15 Mar 2007—Iraq and Vietnam topic for David M. Kennedy Center lecture March 26
Robert D. Schulzinger of the University of Colorado at Boulder will speak on “Iraq and Vietnam: Lessons Learned and Mislearned” Monday, March 26, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building for an International Relations lecture.

15 Mar 2007—Korean ambassador to the United States speaks at BYU Monday, March 19
His Excellency Lee Tae-sik, Korean ambassador to the United States, will address “Korea-U.S. Relations” at Brigham Young University Monday, March 19, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

13 Mar 2007—David M. Kennedy Center welcomes lecturers March 21-22
A variety of national and international speakers will address topics from French cinema to American foreign policy in a series of David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies lectures at Brigham Young University during the week of March 19.

5 Mar 2007—BYU's David M. Kennedy Center hosts international lecturers March 15-16
Three speakers will cover topics from American diplomacy and security to nations and catastrophes in a series of lectures Thursday and Friday, March 15-16, at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies on the Brigham Young University campus.

5 Mar 2007—Panamanian ambassador to the United States speaks at BYU March 14
“Panama-U.S. Relations” will be the topic for a Brigham Young University Ambassadorial Insights Lecture featuring His Excellency Federico A. Humbert, Panamanian ambassador to the United States, Wednesday, March 14, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

28 Feb 2007—BYU 's David M. Kennedy Center plans lectures
The information revolution in India, the First Amendment and Jorge Luis Borges will be the topics for a trio of lectures at Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies during the week of March 5.

27 Feb 2007—Annual BYU Hunger Banquet March 9-10 to raise global awareness
The Brigham Young University Students for International Development Club will host the annual Hunger Banquet fund-raiser Friday and Saturday, March 9-10, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Wilkinson Student Center Terrace.

22 Feb 2007—British ambassador to visit BYU for lecture March 12
His Excellency Sir David G. Manning, ambassador of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the United States, is scheduled to speak at Brigham Young University Monday, March 12, at 2 p.m. in the de Jong Concert Hall.

16 Feb 2007—Artist in Mao’s China topic for new BYU DVD release
The Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies, in collaboration with Combat Films and Research, recently released “From the Masses to the Masses: An Artist in Mao’s China” on DVD for institutional purchase.

16 Feb 2007—Rutgers Biblical scholar to present pair of lectures at BYU March 7-8
Gary A. Rendsburg, chair of Jewish Studies at Rutgers University, will be featured at two lectures at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University in March.

15 Feb 2007—Slovakian ambassador to speak at BYU lecture series Feb. 21
A Brigham Young University Ambassadorial Insights lecture will feature His Excellency Rastislav Kacer, Slovakian ambassador to the United States, who will discuss “Slovakia-U.S. Relations” Wednesday, Feb. 21, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

15 Feb 2007—BYU hosts 9th Field Studies Inquiry Conference Feb. 28-March 2
Interracial marriage in South Africa and alternative fuel laws in Brazil will be among the topics discussed at the Brigham Young University 9th Annual Field Studies Inquiry Conference Wednesday through Friday, Feb. 28-March 2, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

7 Feb 2007—Ukrainian ambassador to speak at BYU Feb. 14
His Excellency Oleh Shamshur, Ukrainian ambassador to the United States, will be featured at a Global Awareness lecture at Brigham Young University Wednesday, Feb. 14, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

7 Feb 2007—Diplomacy, global economy lecture topics at BYU Feb. 14-15
Diplomacy and the global economy will be the topics for a pair of lectures at Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 14-15.

2 Feb 2007—Maltese ambassador to speak at BYU Feb. 8
“Malta-U.S. Relations” will be the topic for an Ambassadorial Insights lecture featuring His Excellency John Lowell, Maltese ambassador to the United States, Thursday, Feb. 8, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

26 Jan 2007—Tropical diseases topic for BYU David M. Kennedy Center lecture Feb. 7
Thomas M. Yuill, emeritus director and professor at the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, will present a Global Awareness lecture at Brigham Young University Wednesday, Feb. 7, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

25 Jan 2007—“Future of Iraqâ€? subject of BYU roundtable discussion Jan. 31
“The Future of Iraq” will be the focus for a roundtable discussion sponsored by the Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

16 Jan 2007—"Balkan Update" topic of BYU David M. Kennedy Center lecture Jan. 24
Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host a Global Awareness lecture featuring Jeffrey M. Hovenier Wednesday, Jan. 24, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

10 Jan 2007—BYU hosts International Study Program open house Jan. 18
The Brigham Young University David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies has invited all students interested in academic study abroad to attend the International Study Program’s open house Thursday, Jan. 18, from 3 to 6 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

9 Jan 2007—Denver-based Consul General of Japan to speak at BYU Jan. 12
Yuzo Ota, consul general of Japan in Denver, will present an Asian Studies lecture on Japanese foreign policy Friday, Jan. 12, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

4 Jan 2007—Saudi Arabian ambassador to the United States to speak at BYU Jan. 11
His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al-Faisal, Saudi Arabian ambassador to the United States, will discuss "Saudi-U.S. Relations" at a Middle East Studies Lecture on Thursday, Jan. 11 at 11 a.m. in the Joseph Smith Building Auditorium on the Brigham Young University campus.

2006 Press Releases

6 Dec 2006—"Integration of Muslims in European Society" topic for BYU lecture Dec. 13
A Brigham Young Univesity Global Awareness lecture, "Integration of Muslims in European Society," will be jointly presented by Paolo Branca and Antonio Cuciniello, senior researchers and assistant professors in Arabic and Islamic studies at the Catholic University of Milan Wednesday, Dec. 13 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

29 Nov 2006—Kennedy Center at BYU seeks teachers for universities in China
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University is seeking qualified couples and individuals to teach at a few highly respected universities in the People's Republic of China during the 2007-08 academic year.

21 Nov 2006—Washington, D.C., China, Antarctica lecture topics at BYU David M. Kennedy Center
Lecture topics ranging from Washington, D. C. to China to Antarctica will be featured this week (Nov. 30-Dec. 6) at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University:

9 Nov 2006—Mexico, South Africa explored in David M. Kennedy Center lecture Nov. 13-14
Water conservation in Mexico and development problems in South Africa will be lecture topics this week (Nov. 13-14) at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University.

8 Nov 2006—David M. Kennedy Center lectures Nov. 10-17 cover diverse topics
Services for the poor, “transformational diplomacy” and NATO will be lecture topics this week at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University.

6 Nov 2006—Thailand's ambassador to the United States to give BYU lecture Nov. 16
The David M. Kennedy Center will host the Thai Ambassador to the United States during an Ambassadorial Insights lecture, "Thailand-U.S. Relations," on Thursday, Nov. 16 at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

2 Nov 2006—Global Environment film series at BYU Nov. 6–10
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University in partnership with BYU’s Ecology Club will host a Global Environment film series Nov. 6–10 in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

27 Oct 2006—BYU's David M. Kennedy Center to present variety of lecture topics Nov. 1-8
Postwar Taipei, field studies in film, Catholics and the Holocaust and the history of the CIA will be lecture topics this week (Nov. 1-8) hosted by Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

23 Oct 2006—South Africa, Japan focus of two David M. Kennedy Center lectures Oct. 27
South Africa and Japan will be the focus of two lectures Friday, Oct. 27, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University.

20 Oct 2006—Developing democracies, foreign careers, technology subjects for Kennedy Center lectures Oct. 25
Developing democracies, foreign service careers and international technology will be the focus of a series of lectures on Wednesday, Oct. 25 sponsored by Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

20 Oct 2006—Albanian ambassador to the United States to speak Oct. 26 at BYU
His Excellency Aleksander Sallabanda, Albanian ambassador to the United States, will be the guest speaker at an Ambassadorial Insights lecture on Thursday, Oct. 26 at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

12 Oct 2006—Rabbi David Rosen to discuss Mideast conflict Oct. 19 at BYU
Rabbi David Rosen, president of the International Jewish Committee for Interreligious Consultations, will present “The Conflict in the Holy Land and Religious Peacemaking” on Thursday, Oct. 19 at 1 p.m. in 205 J. Reuben Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

6 Oct 2006—Indonesia’s ambassador to the United States plans David M. Kennedy Center address Oct. 12
Indonesia’s ambassador to the United States will address Brigham Young University students on Thursday, Oct. 12, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building He will discuss “U.S.-Indonesian Relationships: Building a Strategic Partnership between Two Large Democracies.”

4 Oct 2006—Australia Member of Parliament to visit, speak at BYU Oct. 5
The Honorable Graham Edwards, Australia Member of Parliament, will speak on "Australia and the U.S.: Mates - Past, Present and Future" at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, in the David M. Kennedy Center Conference Room, 238 HRCB.

4 Oct 2006—Dead Sea Scrolls, Middle East, field studies topics for David M. Kennedy Center lectures
Widely recognized and acclaimed public speaker, teacher and motivator Peter W. Flint will present two lectures Oct. 11 and 12.

3 Oct 2006—Community development subject of Oct. 6 BYU lecture
A community building director for the Esther Foundation will present “Whose Development?” on Friday, Oct. 6 as part of the International Field Studies Lecture Series at Brigham Young University at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

2 Oct 2006—Canada's ambassador to the U.S. to speak at BYU Friday, Oct. 6
The Canadian ambassador to the United States will present this year’s Asael E. and Maydell C. Palmer Distinguished Lecture in Canadian Studies, hosted by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University, at noon on Friday, Oct. 6, in 205 J. Reuben Clark Law School.

29 Sep 2006—Taiwan Film Festival at BYU includes screenings, lectures
The 2006 Taiwan Film Festival, to be held in part at Brigham Young University during the first week of October, will showcase feature and documentary films that reflect the quality, range and vitality of contemporary Taiwanese film-making.

28 Sep 2006—Jordanian Supreme Court Justice to discuss "Islam and Terrorism" Sept. 29 at BYU
Jordanian Supreme Court Justice Karim Pharaon will give a lecture Friday, Sept. 29, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University. The title of his lecture will be "Islam and Terrorism."

27 Sep 2006—Former first minister of Scottish Parliament to speak at BYU Oct. 4
The former first minister of the Scottish Parliament will present a Global Awareness lecture at Brigham Young University on Wednesday, Oct. 4 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

27 Sep 2006—Book of the Semester redefines Christian demographics
"The Next Christendom: The Coming of Global Christianity" subject of lecture, panel discussion

27 Sep 2006—Rocky Mountain European Scholars Consortium at BYU Oct. 6-7
The multidisciplinary Third annual Rocky Mountain European Scholars Consortium will be held Friday-Saturday, Oct. 6-7, at the Conference Center at Brigham Young University.

26 Sep 2006—Patriotism abroad to be topic for field studies lecture Sept. 29
Students can learn about patriotism at home and abroad at an International Field Studies Lecture on Friday, Sept. 29, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

25 Sep 2006—"Global Careers in the Intelligence Community" subject of Sept. 26 BYU lecture
Bradford J. Bruton, an open-source analyst and collection manager for the Central Intelligence Agency, will address "Global Careers in the Intelligence Community" during a career workshop on Tuesday, Sept. 26, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

21 Sep 2006—Army War College to be subject of Global Awareness lecture Sept. 27
An associate professor of history at Brigham Young University and senior fellow of the James MacGregor Burns Academy of Leadership will deliver a Global Awareness lecture on Wednesday, Sept. 27 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

19 Sep 2006—Literacy and gender topic for BYU lecture Sept. 22
An international program officer for World Education will present a lecture, "Literacy, Gender, and Education: Crossing Borders and Respecting Boundaries," on Friday, Sept. 22 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

15 Sep 2006—New York Times correspondent to discuss immigration debate at BYU Sept. 21
Rachel Swarns, a correspondent for The New York Times, will present “The U.S. Immigration Debate: Local Issues and Global Implications” on Thursday, Sept. 21, at 2 p.m. in the Wilkinson Student Center Varsity Theater at Brigham Young University.

13 Sep 2006—International Study Programs to host open house Sept. 21
The Brigham Young University International Study Programs Open House will take place on Thursday, Sept. 21, from 3 to 6 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

12 Sep 2006—Norwegian political leader to present BYU lectures Sept. 20
Dagfinn Høybråten, a member of the Norwegian Parliament and national leader of the Christian Democrat Party, will present Brigham Young University’s Annual Norwegian Distinguished Person lecture to political science and international relations students Wednesday, Sept. 20, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building

6 Sep 2006—Filmmaker to discuss "The Info War" at BYU lecture Sept. 13
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host a documentary film producer and director of Combat Films and Research at a Global Awareness Lecture, “The Info War: A Battle of Words and Images,” Wednesday, Sept. 13, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

5 Sep 2006—Omani Ambassador to the U.S. to lecture at BYU, Sep. 6
Her Excellency Hunaina bint Sultan Al-Mughairy, Omani ambassador to the U.S., will be the guest lecturer at the first Global Awareness Lecture of fall semester at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

22 Aug 2006—BYU Kennedy Center names 2006-2007 Kennedy Scholars
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University has selected its Kennedy Scholars for the 2006-2007 academic year.

31 Jul 2006—Name change better reflects purpose of intercultural outreach program
Undergoing a name change could cause an identity crisis for some, but the director of Brigham Young University’s Intercultural Outreach program thinks the fit of its new name is more appropriate than ever.

28 Jul 2006—BYU professor to be installed as Honorary Consul for Chile Aug. 2
Thomas E. “Ted” Lyon, a professor of Spanish at Brigham Young University, will be installed as Honorary Consul of Chile in Utah on Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 3:45 p.m. in the Governor’s Boardroom in Salt Lake City.

21 Jul 2006—BYU's Middle Eastern language center has funding renewed
The U.S. Department of Education has renewed funding for the National Middle East Language Resource Center at Brigham Young University.

12 Jul 2006—Kennedy Center to host lectures on Colombia and Foreign Service July 26
Josiah Pierce, vice-consul at the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá, Colombia, will present two lectures on Wednesday, July 26, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

5 Jul 2006—Summer Samurai Film Festival begins at BYU July 6
Brigham Young University's Intercultural Outreach, a three-credit service-learning course, will sponsor five Samurai movies during July and August.

5 Jun 2006—BYU lecture June 14 will consider "African Families in the 21st Century"
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host Yaw Oheneba-Sakyi, a professor from California State University in Fresno, for a Global Awareness lecture Wednesday, June 14, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

30 May 2006—Executive director of Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy to speak at BYU June 7
The Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host Laura Dupuy, executive director of the Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy, for a Global Awareness lecture Wednesday, June 7, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

15 May 2006— Mali, Asia topics for upcoming Kennedy Center lectures at BYU
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host three guest lecturers during the next three weeks in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

4 May 2006—U.K. and China topics for BYU Kennedy Center lecture May 12 and 17
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host a pair of guest lectures Friday, May 12, and Wednesday, May 17, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

3 May 2006—McDonalds in India subject of BYU Kennedy Center lecture May 10
An assistant professor in the Department of Global Business and director of Thunderbird's program on emerging markets in Asia, Dash will speak on “Doing Business in India Today: McDonald’s Experience Entering the Indian Market.”

2 May 2006—Weapons of mass destruction topic of Kennedy Center lecture May 3
Kerry M. Kartchner, a foreign affairs advisor at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, will discuss “Weapons of Mass Destruction in the Crucible of Strategic Culture.”

19 Apr 2006—BYU students continue to shine at recent Model United Nations in New York City
Potential delegates invited to information session April 26 BYU April 13
The peaceful rise of China in world affairs had new meaning for Brigham Young University students playing the role of China's diplomats when they received the highest award possible, as well as its first-ever award for policy writing, at the recent Model United Nations in New York City.

10 Apr 2006—Hinckley Professor of British Literature and Culture at U of U to lecture at BYU April 13
“Secularization and its Discontents” will be presented at an Area Focus Lecture by Vincent P. Pecora on Thursday, April 13, at noon in 115 David O. McKay Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

6 Apr 2006—Prince Firas bin Raad of Jordan featured at BYU's Arab Awareness Week April 10-14
Prince Firas bin Raad of Jordan will be the featured speaker during Arab Awareness Week hosted by the Arabic Club at Brigham Young University Monday through Friday, April 10-14.

5 Apr 2006—TV Globo Brazil executive to speak at BYU April 13
The International Media Studies Program at Brigham Young University will host Luis Erlanger, director of communications for TV Globo Brazil, for an Area Focus Lecture Thursday, April 13, at 10 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

31 Mar 2006—University of Copenhagen professor at BYU Kennedy Center lecture April 4
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host K. Brian Soderquist, an adjunct professor of theology at the University of Copenhagen, for an Area Focus Lecture Tuesday, April 4, at 1 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

31 Mar 2006—Ambassadors of Spain, South Africa featured at BYU lectures April 13
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host two distinguished ambassadors for Area Focus Lectures Thursday, April 13.

His Excellency Carlos Westendorp y Cabeza, ambassador to the United States for Spain, will speak on “Spain-U.S. Relations” at 11 a.m. in the Harold B. Lee Library auditorium.

Her Excellency Barbara Joyce Mosima Masekela, ambassador to the United States for South Africa, will speak on “South Africa-U.S. Relations” at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

30 Mar 2006—"Latin America and the Left" topic for BYU Global Awareness lecture April 5
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host Elizabeth A. Whitaker, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Canada, Mexico and Public Diplomacy, for a Global Awareness Lecture Wednesday, April 5, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

30 Mar 2006—“Tigers on the Peninsula: The Koreas in 2006” to be discussed March 30
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies and the Korea Economic Institute will present “Tigers on the Peninsula: The Koreas in 2006” on Thursday, March 30 beginning at 1 p.m. in 238 HRCB.

24 Mar 2006—West African war crimes topic for BYU Global Awareness lecture April 5
“Dancing with the Devil—Taking on West Africa's Warlord's” will be presented by David M. Crane, a distinguished visiting professor of law at Syracuse University, during a Global Awareness Lecture on Wednesday, April 5, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

22 Mar 2006—Director of Pan American Health Organization to address BYU students April 3
The Department of Health Science at Brigham Young University will host Mirta Roses, director of the Pan American Health Organization, for a Kennedy Center Area Focus Lecture Monday, April 3, at 11 a.m. in the Varsity Theater.

22 Mar 2006—International Society meeting April 3 to consider global challenges to LDS Church
William F. Atkin to receive society’s Distinguished Service Award
Brigham Young University will host the International Society’s 17th annual conference, “International Challenges Facing the Church,” Monday, April 3, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Harold B. Lee Library auditorium on the first floor.

21 Mar 2006—Latin American literature specialist at Area Focus Lectures March 27-28
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host Stephen Hart, a professor of Spanish at University College, London, for two Area Focus Lectures Monday and Tuesday, March 27-28.

20 Mar 2006—Islam in Italy and France topic of BYU Kennedy Center lectures March 22
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host Brigham Young University professors James Toronto and R. John Matthies for a Global Awareness Lecture Wednesday, March 22, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

15 Mar 2006—Gangs, terrorist threats topics of Kennedy Center lectures March 26, 29
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host lectures on gangs in Guatemala and mitigating terrorist threats Friday, March 24, and Wednesday, March 29, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

13 Mar 2006—Cambodian Ambassador to the United States at BYU lecture March 23
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host His Excellency Sereywath Ek, Cambodian Ambassador to the United States, for a lecture Thursday, March 23, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

9 Mar 2006—American security topic of Kennedy Center Book-of-the-Semester lecturer March 15
Yale historian Lewis Gaddis is expert on Cold War, international studies
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host John Lewis Gaddis, author of “Surprise, Security, and the American Experience” which is the Kennedy Center’s Book of the Semester, during a lecture Wednesday, March 15, at 3 p.m. in the Joseph Smith Building auditorium..

9 Mar 2006—Fijian Ambassador to the United States will speak at BYU March 13
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host His Excellency Jesoni Vitusagavulu, Fijian Ambassador to the United States, for a lecture Monday, March 13, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

9 Mar 2006—Field studies in Africa topic of Kennedy Center lecture
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host an International Field Studies Lecture presented by Leslie Hadfield on Friday, March 10, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

2 Mar 2006—BYU students bring back awards from West Coast Model European Union Simulation
Eleven Brigham Young University students recently returned from the second annual West Coast Model European Union Simulation at the University of Washington where they received five awards for their outstanding participation.

2 Mar 2006—BYU's Kennedy Center hosts lectures on China, religious freedom March 7-8
The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host a pair of lectures March 7-8 in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

Deborah S. Davis, a professor of sociology at Yale University, will present an Area Focus Lecture on “Inequality and Wealth in China” Tuesday, March 7, at 3 p.m.

Elizabeth A. Sewell, associate director of the BYU International Center for Law and Religion Studies, will present “Contemporary Issues Affecting International Religious Freedom” for a Global Focus Lecture Wednesday, March 8, at noon.

27 Feb 2006—"Understanding the Volcker Report” topic of Kennedy Center lecture March 1
By prominent trial lawyer Gregory B. Craig

PROVO, Utah (Feb 27, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host a Global Awareness Lecture, “The U.N. Scandal that Wasn’t: Understanding the Volcker Report,” Wednesday, March 1, at noon in 250 Spencer W. Kimball Tower.

23 Feb 2006—Kennedy Center hosts Field Studies Inquiry Conference March 1-3

PROVO, Utah (Feb 23, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host the 8th annual Field Studies Inquiry Conference Wednesday through Friday, March 1-3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

23 Feb 2006—BYU Arabic Club to host question-and-answer session Feb. 28

PROVO, Utah (Feb 23, 2006)—The Arabic Club at Brigham Young University will host a question-and-answer session on “Media and Danish Free Speech” Tuesday, Feb. 28, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

21 Feb 2006—Former political prisoner to lecture on Burmese human rights crisis Feb. 24 at BYU

PROVO, Utah (Feb 21, 2006)—Ko Bo Kyi, joint secretary and a founder of the Assistance Association for Political Prisoners, will present "Please Use Your Liberty to Promote Ours: Burma's Human Rights Crisis" during an Area Focus Lecture on Friday, Feb. 24, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

17 Feb 2006—BYU center sponsors annual Hunger Banquet Feb. 24-25

PROVO, Utah (Feb 17, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host the annual Hunger Banquet Friday and Saturday, Feb. 24-25, at 6:30 p.m. in 3220 Wilkinson Student Center.

17 Feb 2006—BYU's Kennedy Center sponsors lectures on Hussein's trial and Colombian politics

PROVO, Utah (Feb 17, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host two Area Focus Lectures about political issues in Iraq and Columbia Thursday, Feb. 23, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

17 Feb 2006—Medicinal uses of insects in Ghana topic of BYU lecture

PROVO, Utah (Feb 17, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host an International Field Studies Lecture about medical anthropology Friday, Feb. 24, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

15 Feb 2006—Kennedy Center hosts Book of the Semester lecture, panel discussion

PROVO, Utah (Feb 15, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host a panel discussion about its book of the semester, “Surprise, Security, and the American Experience,” Wednesday, Feb. 22, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

15 Feb 2006—Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer to present Global Awareness Lecture Feb. 22

PROVO, Utah (Feb 15, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Ruth Fremson Wednesday, Feb. 22, at noon in the Harold B. Lee Library Auditorium for a Global Awareness Lecture.

15 Feb 2006—Kennedy Center to present 'The New Cuban Woman' Feb. 16

PROVO, Utah (Feb 15, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host Marisela Fleites-Lear for an Area Focus Lecture Thursday, Feb. 16, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

9 Feb 2006—India's gender issues, immigration topic of BYU guest lectures Feb. 15-16

PROVO, Utah (Feb 9, 2006)—Ramaswami Mahalingam, an assistant professor of psychology at the University of Michigan, will discuss "Cultural Preference for Sons and Female Neglect in India: Policy Implications" for a David M. Kennedy Center Area Focus Lecture Wednesday, Feb. 15, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

7 Feb 2006—South Africa, Rennaisance culture lecture topics for Kennedy Center Feb. 10 and 15

PROVO, Utah (Feb 7, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host two upcoming lectures on South Africa and Renaissance culture at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

31 Jan 2006—Sigma, journal of international and political studies, seeks submissions Deadline is Feb. 15

PROVO, Utah (Jan 31, 2006)—Sigma, an annual journal of political and international studies at Brigham Young University, seeks student papers for its 2006 issue.

27 Jan 2006—Understanding pacific island education is topic of Kennedy Center lecture Feb. 3

PROVO, Utah (Jan 27, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host the first International Field Studies Lecture of the semester on Friday, Feb. 3, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

25 Jan 2006—Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the U.S. to lecture at BYU Feb. 7

PROVO, Utah (Jan 25, 2006)—The first ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the United States will discuss Azerbaijan–U.S. relations at Brigham Young University during an Area Focus Lecture Tuesday, Feb. 7, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

20 Jan 2006—Kennedy Center lectures consider foreign policy, Afghanistan Jan. 25 and Feb. 1

PROVO, Utah (Jan 20, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host two Global Awareness Lectures during the next two weeks featuring Bradford J. Bruton and Dodge Billingsley at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

17 Jan 2006—"Religion in 21st Century Warfare" topic of Jan. 18 Kennedy Center lecture

PROVO, Utah (Jan 17, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center at Brigham Young University will host Father Mark Lowell Sargent in a Global Awareness Lecture Wednesday, Jan. 18, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

12 Jan 2006—International Study Programs will host Jan. 26 open house

PROVO, Utah (Jan 12, 2006)—Brigham Young University's International Study Programs will host an open house for students interested in study abroad, international internships, international volunteer work or international field studies programs Thursday, Jan. 26, from 3- p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

9 Jan 2006—Kennedy Center to open winter semester with pair of lectures Jan. 11

PROVO, Utah (Jan 9, 2006)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host two guest lecturers Wednesday, Jan. 11, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building located south of the Harold B. Lee Library.

2005 Press Releases

1 Dec 2005—Mrs. Fields executive to discuss foreign marketing Dec. 7 at BYU

PROVO, Utah (Dec 1, 2005)—Dale Thompson, marketing vice president and bakery brand co-leader for Mrs. Fields, will present a Global Awareness Lecture titled "Marketing Fundamental for Foreign Businesses" Wednesday, Dec. 7, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

30 Nov 2005—National Security Education Program seminar Dec. 5 at BYU

PROVO, Utah (Nov 30, 2005)—Brigham Young University students who wish to match their professional goals with a foreign language and study abroad are invited to attend a free National Security Education Program "Statement of Purpose" Seminar Monday, Dec. 5, at 4 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

30 Nov 2005—Kennedy Center seeks couples, individuals to teach in China

PROVO, Utah (Nov 30, 2005)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University is now accepting applications from qualified couples and individuals to teach at universities in China during the 2006–2007 academic year.

29 Nov 2005—"The Baltic Challenge" features Latvian and Lithuanian ambassadors Dec. 2 at BYU

PROVO, Utah (Nov 29, 2005)—The Baltic States’ strategic relationship with Europe is the focus of "The Baltic Challenge," a seminar with His Excellency Vygaudas Usackas, Lithuanian ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Maris Riekstins, Latvian ambassador to the United States, and Judith Kelley, an assistant professor of political science at Duke University Friday, Dec. 2, from 1 to 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

21 Nov 2005—Yvette Donosso Diaz will discuss Utah’s ethnic diversity Nov. 30 at BYU

PROVO, Utah (Nov 21, 2005)—Yvette Donosso Diaz, executive director of Community and the Arts from Gov. Jon Huntsman, Jr.’s cabinet, will address "Utah’s Growing Ethnic Diversity: Challenges and Opportunities" on Wednesday, Nov. 30, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

9 Nov 2005—Variety of activities help celebrate International Education Week at BYU Nov. 14–18

PROVO, Utah (Nov 9, 2005)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host a variety of events in recognition of International Education Week Nov. 14–18.

3 Nov 2005—Foreign service specialist will discuss overseas careers Nov. 10

PROVO, Utah (Nov 3, 2005)—John Dinkelman, deputy director of the orientation division at the Foreign Service Institute, will present a GlobalWork lecture titled "How to Prepare for an Overseas Career—Things They Never Tell You" Thursday, Nov. 10, at 7:30 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

1 Nov 2005—Ethiopian ambassador to the United States will speak at BYU Nov. 9

PROVO, Utah (Nov 1, 2005)—Kassahun Ayele, Ethiopian ambassador to the United States, will present a Global Awareness Lecture titled "Ethiopia–U.S. Relations" Wednesday, Nov. 9, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

26 Oct 2005—Kennedy Center hosts three Global lectures Oct. 28 and Nov. 2–3

PROVO, Utah (Oct 26, 2005)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will present free lectures on global topics Oct. 28 and Nov. 2-3.

26 Oct 2005—Indian Ambassador to the United States to speak at BYU Nov. 3

PROVO, Utah (Oct 26, 2005)—Ronen Sen, Indian ambassador to the United States, will discuss India-U.S. Relations at a Brigham Young University Area Focus Lecture Thursday, Nov. 3, at 11 a.m. in 250 Spencer W. Kimball Tower.

24 Oct 2005—Homeland security expert to speak at Kennedy Center lecture Oct. 26

PROVO, Utah (Oct 24, 2005)—Maurice McBride, director for security, in-house counsel and secretary of the National Petrochemical and Refiners Association (NPRA) in Washington, D.C., will present a Global Awareness Lecture, "Homeland Security and Critical Asset Protection: The Public/Private Partnership," on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

14 Oct 2005—German diplomat to discuss U.S. relations Oct. 28 at BYU

PROVO, Utah (Oct 14, 2005)—Hans Arnold, former head of the German Foreign Office and ambassador to the United Nations, will present an Area Focus Lecture titled "Europe and the U.S.–Where Do We Go From Here?" Friday, Oct. 28, at 10 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

13 Oct 2005—Field Studies lecture to feature BYU alumna Oct. 21

PROVO, Utah (Oct 13, 2005)—Susanna Johnson, a BYU alumna, will present an International Field Studies lecture titled "The Importance of Exposure to Peoples, Culture and Poverty" Friday, Oct. 21, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

13 Oct 2005—Foreign language skills topic of Kennedy Center lecture Oct. 20

PROVO, Utah (Oct 13, 2005)—Dan E. Davidson, professor of Russian and second-language acquisition at Bryn Mawr College, will present an Area Focus Lecture titled "Taking Foreign Language Skills to the Professional Level: Why Pursue Superior-Level Language Study, and, More Importantly, Can You Get There From Here?" Thursday, Oct. 20, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

12 Oct 2005—Chinese ambassador to visit BYU campus for lecture Oct. 20

PROVO, Utah (Oct 12, 2005)—Zhou Wenzhong, Chinese ambassador to the United States, will present a Brigham Young University Area Focus Lecture, titled "China–U.S. Relations," on Thursday, Oct. 20, at 11 a.m. in 250 Spencer W. Kimball Tower.

7 Oct 2005—International law lecturer at Oxford University to give BYU address Oct. 19

PROVO, Utah (Oct 7, 2005)—Stefan Talmon, a university lecturer in public international law at Oxford University, will present a Global Awareness Lecture, "The EU as an Actor in International Law," Wednesday, Oct. 19, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

5 Oct 2005—Ambassador of the Arab Leagues of States to present BYU lecture Oct. 13

PROVO, Utah (Oct 5, 2005)—H.E. Hussein Hassouna, ambassador of the League of Arab States, will discuss "Current Challenges Facing the Arab World" during an address at Brigham Young University Thursday, Oct. 13, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

5 Oct 2005—Faulkner and Latin America subject of Kennedy Center lecture Oct. 6

PROVO, Utah (Oct 5, 2005)—Deborah N. Cohn, an associate professor of Spanish and Portuguese at Indiana University, will present a Brigham Young University Area Focus Lecture titled "To the Greater Glory: Faulkner as Cold War Ambassador to Latin America" Thursday, Oct. 6, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

4 Oct 2005—International foreign language education topic of Kennedy lecture Oct. 12

PROVO, Utah (Oct 4, 2005)—Manuela Guilherme, a senior researcher in the School of Economics at the University of Coimbra in Portugal, will present a Global Awareness Lecture titled "’Glocal’ Languages: Critical Perspectives on Interculturality, Cosmopolitanism and Citizenship" Wednesday, Oct. 12, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

27 Sep 2005—Canadian, U.S. legal systems topic of BYU Palmer Lecture Sept. 29

PROVO, Utah (Sep 27, 2005)—Charles E. Jones, recently retired Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Arizona, will present the annual Asael E. and Maydell C. Palmer Lecture, "Borders Do Count: Comparing and Contrasting the Canadian and U.S. Legal Systems," Thursday, Sept. 29, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

27 Sep 2005—European Constitution topic of Kennedy Center lecture Oct. 5

PROVO, Utah (Sep 27, 2005)—Craig Parsons, an assistant professor of political science at the University of Oregon, will speak on "The European Constitution and the Trouble with Democracy" Wednesday, Oct. 5, at noon, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building for a Brigham Young University Global Awareness Lecture.

26 Sep 2005—Kennedy Center hosts first International Field Studies lecture Sept. 30

PROVO, Utah (Sep 26, 2005)—David Tate, an assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at Brown Medical School, will speak on "A Neuropsychologist’s Tale: India to Rhode Island and Back Again," at the first International Field Studies lecture Friday, Sept. 30, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

26 Sep 2005—Global Work lecture series features former energy executive Sept. 27

PROVO, Utah (Sep 26, 2005)—John. P. Colton, a former energy executive in both private and public sectors, will speak at Brigham Young University on "The Environmental Impact of a Profession" Tuesday, Sept. 27, at 7:30 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

23 Sep 2005—BYU’s Kennedy Center names first Kennedy Scholars

PROVO, Utah (Sep 23, 2005)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University has announced the first ten recipients of its Kennedy Scholar awards.

20 Sep 2005—Scholar and author to discuss Icelandic Saints Sept. 28

PROVO, Utah (Sep 20, 2005)—Fred E. Woods, professor of Church history at Brigham Young University, will discuss his book on Icelandic members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Wednesday, Sept. 28, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at BYU.

20 Sep 2005—Students invited to submit essays on global issues

PROVO, Utah (Sep 20, 2005)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host its third annual essay contest on global issues.

19 Sep 2005—European Scholars Consortium Oct. 7-8 at BYU Conference Center

PROVO, Utah (Sep 19, 2005)—Brigham Young University’s Center for the Study of Europe will host the second annual European Scholars Consortium Friday and Saturday, Oct. 7-8, at the BYU Conference Center.

15 Sep 2005—Former Foreign Service officer to discuss careers Sept. 21 at BYU

PROVO, Utah (Sep 15, 2005)—Jordan Tanner, a retired Foreign Service Officer and former Utah State Representative in the Utah House of Representatives, will discuss foreign service careers Wednesday, Sept. 21, from 2 to 4 p.m. in B-092 Joseph Fielding Smith Building.

14 Sep 2005—Biblical archaeologist to discuss Hebron at BYU lecture Sept. 22

PROVO, Utah (Sep 14, 2005)—Biblical archaeologist Jeffrey R. Chadwick, an associate professor of Church history and doctrine at Brigham Young University, will present a lecture, "Discovering Biblical Hebron: The City of the Patriarchs," Thursday, Sept. 22, at 11 a.m. in 374 Thomas L. Martin Building.

12 Sep 2005—Maori artists visit BYU for art discussion and exhibit Sept. 21

PROVO, Utah (Sep 12, 2005)—Thirty-four visual arts faculty and students from Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi, New Zealand, will discuss Tau Marumaru, a collaborative exhibit to be displayed at Brigham Young University, during a panel discussion Wednesday, Sept. 21, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

12 Sep 2005—BYU Kennedy Center announces staff changes

PROVO, Utah (Sep 12, 2005)—Brigham Young University’s David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies has announced the appointment of three new staff members.

12 Sep 2005—French anti-Americanism subject of Kennedy Center lecture Sept. 21

PROVO, Utah (Sep 12, 2005)—Sophie Meunier, a research associate with the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University, will discuss "The Distinctiveness of French Anti-Americanism" Wednesday, Sept. 21, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

9 Sep 2005—Social welfare in Africa topic of Kennedy Center lecture Sept. 16

PROVO, Utah (Sep 9, 2005)—Margie Maistry, professor of social development at the University of Fort Hare in East London, South Africa, will speak Friday, Sept. 16, at 1 p.m., in 238 Herald R. Clark Building for an Area Focus Lecture.

9 Sep 2005—Thai tsunami survivors' filmed stories outlined at Kennedy Center lecture Sept. 14

PROVO, Utah (Sep 9, 2005)—Members of the Thai Film Fund, who spent their summer teaching photography, filmmaking and art to Tsunami survivors in Khao Lak, Thailand, will speak at a Global Awareness Lecture Wednesday, Sept. 14, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

1 Sep 2005—BYU International Study Program plans Sept. 15 open house

PROVO, Utah (Sep 1, 2005)—Brigham Young University students interested in learning more about world educational opportunities are invited to attend the International Study Program’s fall open house on Thursday, Sept. 15, from 3 to 6 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

30 Aug 2005—Former BYU student wins prestigious scholarship worth up to $300,000

PROVO, Utah (Aug 30, 2005)—A recent graduate of Brigham Young University has earned a prestigious academic scholarship that will cover his graduate school expenses up to $50,000 per year for each of six years.

21 Jul 2005—Putin's Russia topic of Global Focus Lecture at BYU July 27

PROVO, Utah (Jul 21, 2005)—Brigham Young University will host a Public Diplomacy Officer from the U.S. Embassy in Moscow for a Global Focus Lecture Wednesday, July 27, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Tobias A. Bradford will present “Putin’s Russia and U.S. Relations.”

19 Jul 2005—Middle Eastern expert to present pair of lectures at BYU July 26-27

PROVO, Utah (Jul 19, 2005)—Brigham Young University will host a special guest speaker for two Area Focus Lectures on Middle Eastern issues July 26-27.

11 Jul 2005—Center for Study of Europe at BYU hosts high school teacher training in July

PROVO, Utah (Jul 11, 2005)—Brigham Young University’s Center for the Study of Europe will host a high school teacher training seminar July 18, 20 and 22 in 257 Herald R. Clark Building. The title of the seminar is “My Country Europe: Explorations of European Identity.”

11 Jul 2005—German-American relations topic of BYU lecture July 20

PROVO, Utah (Jul 11, 2005)—Brigham Young University will host a Foreign Service officer with the U.S. Department of State as part of the Global Focus Lecture Series Wednesday, July 20, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

6 Jul 2005—"New Zealand's Social Policy" topic of BYU lecture July 13

PROVO, Utah (Jul 6, 2005)—Brigham Young University will host a special guest speaker from New Zealand as part of the Global Focus Lecture Series Wednesday, July 13, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Bruce Logan, director of the Maxim Institute, will discuss “New Zealand’s Social Policy.”

30 Jun 2005—BYU funding strengthened to encourage study of Europe

PROVO, Utah (Jun 30, 2005)—The Center for the Study of Europe at Brigham Young University recently received $10,000 in additional funding from the Delegation of the European Commission, bringing total funding to $25,000.

29 Jun 2005—CSE organizes Shakespearean festival trip

PROVO, Utah (Jun 29, 2005)—The Center for the Study of Europe has joined with Amy Jensen in the Theatre and Media Arts Department at BYU to sponsor the second annual Shakespeare course for secondary teachers July 5-7.

27 Jun 2005—RISC security analyst to hold discussion on Africa, June 28

PROVO, Utah (Jun 27, 2005)—Gregory Wahl, regional coordinator over sub-Saharan Africa for the Research and Information Support Center (RISC) in Washington, D.C., will hold a brown bag lunch discussion on Tuesday, June 28 at noon in 238 HRCB.

23 Jun 2005—CSE receives grant money from European Commission

PROVO, Utah (Jun 23, 2005)—The Center for the Study of Europe (CSE) at Brigham Young University (BYU) received $10,000 in additional funding this week from the Delegation of the European Commission, bringing the total grant including previously received support to around $25,000.

7 Jun 2005—World Bank economist to discuss global development agenda June 16

PROVO, Utah (Jun 7, 2005)—Brigham Young University will host a special guest speaker as part of the Area Focus Lecture Series Thursday, June 16, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Lant Pritchett, a World Bank economist for the South Asia Social Development Division, will present “What is on the Global Development Agenda and Why.”

3 Jun 2005—Foreign Service Officer to discuss U.S.-Polish relations June 8

PROVO, Utah (Jun 3, 2005)—Brigham Young University will host a special guest speaker who will discuss Polish diplomacy as part of the Global Focus Lecture Series Wednesday, June 8, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

3 Jun 2005—Free copies of New York Times available during spring, summer terms

PROVO, Utah (Jun 3, 2005)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies has announced that free copies of The New York Times are now available on racks located in the Herald R. Clark Building for the remainder of spring and summer terms.

23 May 2005—Ukraine's "Orange Revolution" topic of BYU lecture June 1

PROVO, Utah (May 23, 2005)—Brigham Young University's David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host a special guest speaker from Ukraine as part of its Global Focus Lecture Series Wednesday, June 1, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

11 May 2005—Area elementary, secondary students winners in Kennedy Center-sponsored art, essay contests

PROVO, Utah (May 11, 2005)—Seventeen Wasatch Front elementary and secondary students were honored for their winning entries in an art and essay contest during a reception on Thursday, May 12, hosted by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University.

9 May 2005—BYU student receives national foreign affairs fellowship

PROVO, Utah (May 9, 2005)—A Thomas R. Pickering Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship has been awarded to Matthew Buffington, a Brigham Young University public relations major with a minor in political science.

9 May 2005—Kennedy Center sponsors Career Forum May 11

PROVO, Utah (May 9, 2005)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host a career forum on Wednesday, May 11, at 10:30 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

9 May 2005—Congo massacre topic of BYU lecture May 11

PROVO, Utah (May 9, 2005)—Brigham Young University's David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host an expert in African and international affairs at its Global Focus Lecture Series Wednesday, May 11, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

3 May 2005—Film producer to discuss nation building in Afghanistan

PROVO, Utah (May 3, 2005)—Brigham Young University will host a special guest speaker as part of the Global Focus Lecture Series Wednesday, May 4, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Dodge Billingsley, documentary film producer and director will discuss, "That Other War: Nation Building in Afghanistan."

19 Apr 2005—Locally produced film series continues April 20 on KBYU.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (April 19, 2005)—The Cold War is becoming afaded memory. The strategies that guided America’s Military presence in Europe for nearly 50 years have become irrelevant. Now, the first Marine ever to head the European Command is charged with adapting his force for the newcentury.

8 Apr 2005—BYU dominates at national Model UN conference in New York City

PROVO, Utah (April 8, 2005)—On March 26 in the General Assembly Hall of the United Nations, Brigham Young University's Model United Nations delegation reached a new level, receiving "outstanding" delegation awards for both teams-the first time for BYU and rare among all 200 participating universities.

7 Apr 2005—Locally produced film series continues April 13 on KBYU.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (April 7, 2005)—War is a complicated business. Friendly-fire incidents, collateral damage, and plans that fall apart under the stress of combat are a continual feature of warfare that, if history is any indication, will not disappear from the battlefield. Fog and Friction examines the uncertainty of war. Wednesday, April 13 at 9 pm on KBYU-TV (channel 11 in most areas).

1 Apr 2005—Locally produced film series continues April 6 on KBYU.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (April 1, 2005)—The beautiful and historic Caucasus Mountains are home to three major conflicts in the former Soviet Union, multiple ethnic struggles, and some of the world’s most significant oil pipelines. Salt Lake City-based Combat Films examines the journey of the Baku-Ceyhan pipeline through this convoluted political and geographic landscape in Fault Lines and Pipelines, Wednesday April 6 at 9 pm on KBYU-TV (channel 11 in most areas).

31 Mar 2005—International Society plans conference at BYU April 4

PROVO, Utah (March 31, 2005)—Brigham Young University will host the 16th annual International Society Conference Monday, April 4, at 8:30 p.m. in the Wilkinson Student Center Garden Court. This year's conference topic is "Joseph Smith and the World."

23 Mar 2005—"Family Issues in Arabic World" topic of BYU panel March 31

PROVO, Utah (March 23, 2005)—The Arabic Club at Brigham Young University will host a panel discussion Thursday, March 31, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. The topic of the panel will be "Family Issues in the Arab World." The discussion will specifically focus on dating, types of marriage and personal perspectives.

23 Mar 2005—BYU teams win Model European Union competition

PROVO, Utah (March 23, 2005)—Six Brigham Young University students brought home awards from a Model European Union competition held on February 11-12 and sponsored by the Center for Western European Studies at the University of Washington, a “sister institution” to BYU’s Center for the Study of Europe.

23 Mar 2005—Former Chechnya minister to participate in Q&A session

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (March 23, 2005)—The former foreign minister of Chechnya's briefly independent government will participate in a question and answer session regarding the conflict in Chechnya following the premiere of Chechnya: Separatism or Jihad? this Monday night at 7 pm in the Gore Auditorium at Westminster College.

22 Mar 2005—Welsh scholar to discuss U.S. drug policy at BYU lecture March 30

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (March 22, 2005)—The Global Focus Lecture series at the Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host a guest speaker from the University of Wales-Swansea, Wednesday, March 30, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

21 Mar 2005—Haitian foreign minister to give BYU lecture March 31

PROVO, Utah (March 21, 2005)—Herard Abraham, foreign minister for the Republic of Haiti, will speak at an Area Focus Lecture on Thursday, March 31, at 11 a.m. in 260 Tanner Building at Brigham Young University. Abraham became the foreign minister in January 2005, having served previously as the country's interior minister.

21 Mar 2005—New York Times bestselling author T. Reid at BYU lecture March 30

PROVO, Utah (March 21, 2005)—The Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host New York Times bestselling author T. R. Reid Wednesday, March 30, at 3 p.m. in 250 Spencer W. Kimball Tower. Reid will lecture on his book, "The United States of Europe." This book discusses Europe's slow but continued political and economic success and its positioning as the next world power.

17 Mar 2005—BYU hosts annual Hunger Banquet March 18-19

PROVO, Utah (March 17, 2005)—Students for International Development at Brigham Young University will host the 15th annual Hunger Banquet Friday and Saturday, March 18 and 19, at 6:30 p.m. in 3220 Wilkinson Student Center. As diners arrive for the banquet, they will be randomly assigned a first-, second- or third-world status and a description of their socioeconomic condition. Their dining experience will be wholly determined by that assignment.

15 Mar 2005—Spreading democracy topic of guest lecturer's visit

PROVO, Utah (March 15, 2005)—Brigham Young University will host a special guest speaker from the University of North Carolina—Chapel Hill, Wednesday, March 23, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Milada Anna Vachudova, assistant professor of political science, will present "EU and U.S. Strategies for Spreading Democracy" as part of the Transatlantic lecture Series.

9 Mar 2005—Asian art topic of BYU Area Studies Lecture March 23

PROVO, Utah (March 9, 2005)—Brigham Young University will host a lecture on Asian art by a special guest speaker from the University of Kansas Wednesday, March 23, at noon in C-295 Eyring Science Center.

8 Mar 2005—BYU offers prep class for Foreign Service exam

PROVO, Utah (March 8, 2005)—Brigham Young University's Foreign Service Student Organization (FSSO) is sponsoring a series of free preparation courses for the Foreign Service written exam beginning Thursday, March 17, at 11 a.m.

4 Mar 2005—BYU Transatlantic Lecture Series to feature British economist March 17

PROVO, Utah (March 4, 2005)—Giulia Faggio, a research economist with the Centre for Economic Performance at the London School of Economics, will present "Economic Growth in Europe: How Does the Regulated EU Economy Interact with the Flexible UK Economy?" Thursday, March 17, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

4 Mar 2005—Former ambassador to relate insights in Ukraine, Mar. 16

PROVO, Utah (March 4, 2005)—The Honorable William G. Miller, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, will present Ukraine: The Significance of the Orange Revolution, at the Global Focus Series on Wednesday, March 16 at noon in 238 HRCB.

3 Mar 2005—U.S.-European relations topic of BYU lecture March 16

PROVO, Utah (March 3, 2005)—David M. Andrews, an associate professor of politics and international relations and director of the European Union Center of California at Scripps College, will present "Is the Atlantic Alliance Dead? U.S.-European Relations in the George W. Bush Era" on Wednesday, March 16, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young university.

24 Feb 2005—BYU Center for Study of Europe names 2005 faculty grant recipients

PROVO, Utah (February 24, 2005)—In February, the Center for the Study of Europe at Brigham Young University awarded grants to 10 BYU faculty members for their research on European-related topics.

15 Feb 2005—Ancient Near Eastern Studies major now in place at BYU

PROVO, Utah (February 15, 2005)—Last semester the BYU administration officially approved a new undergraduate major and minor in Ancient Near Eastern Studies, which deals with the history and cultures of the Near East from 3000 B.C. to A.D. 640.

15 Feb 2005—New York Times foreign editor to discuss Middle East at BYU Feb. 23

PROVO, Utah (February 15, 2005)—Ethan Bronner, foreign editor of the New York Times, will address "Ethical and Other Dilemmas Faced by News Organizations in the Middle East" Wednesday, Feb. 23, at noon in the Harold B. Lee Library auditorium.

15 Feb 2005—Annual Field Studies Inquiry Conference at BYU March 2-4

PROVO, Utah (February 15, 2005)—The Seventh Annual Field Studies Inquiry Conference Wednesday through Friday, March 2-4, at Brigham Young University will deal with such topics as the health care in Guatemala, women's participation in the development of Tonga and the education of girls in Ghana.

14 Feb 2005—Missionary work in the Pacific topic of BYU Global Focus lecture Feb. 16

PROVO, Utah (February 14, 2005)—Fred E. Woods, an associate professor of Church history and doctrine at Brigham Young University, will present "The Mormon Voyage of the Whale Ship Timoleon: Launching Latter-day Saint Missionary Work in the Pacific" at the Global Focus Series on Wednesday, Feb. 16, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

9 Feb 2005—Area Focus Lecture to consider Economics of Scottish Independence Feb. 17

PROVO, Utah (February 9, 2005)—"The Economics of Scottish Independence" will be the topic of an Area Focus Lecture Thursday, Feb. 17, by Jim S. Mather, member of the Scottish Parliament and Scottish National Party spokesman for Enterprise and the Economy.

9 Feb 2005—Sex differences and aggression topic of BYU lecture Feb. 17

PROVO, Utah (February 9, 2005)—Rose McDermott, an associate professor of political science at the University of California-Santa Barbara, will discuss "Sex Differences and Aggression: Implications for Interstate Crisis and Conflict" on Thursday, Feb. 17, at 3 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

8 Feb 2005—Peruvian ambassador to U.S. visits BYU for lecture Feb. 17

PROVO, Utah (February 8, 2005)—Eduardo Ferrero Costa, Peruvian ambassador to the United States, will discuss "Peru-U.S. Relations" Thursday, Feb. 17 at 11 a.m. in 250 Spencer W. Kimball Tower at Brigham Young University.

2 Feb 2005—Africa Law Initiative adviser to speak at BYU Global Forum Feb. 16

PROVO, Utah (February 2, 2005)—Reed D. Slack, regional anticorruption adviser for the Africa Law Initiative of the American Bar Association, will address "Uncertainty and Insanity: Examining the Consequences of Western Imperialism" at the Global Focus Series in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at noon Wednesday, Feb. 16, at Brigham Young University.

2 Feb 2005—Kuwaiti Ambassador to the United States to speak at BYU Feb. 10

PROVO, Utah (February 2, 2005)—Salem Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Kuwaiti Ambassador to the United States, will share his ambassadorial insights at an Area Focus Lecture at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 10, in 250 Spencer W. Kimball Tower. Al-Sabah, who was appointed ambassador in June 2001, also served in 1998 as ambassador to Korea and first secretary to the Permanent Mission of the State of Kuwait to the United Nations.

31 Jan 2005—15th Annual BYUMUN Conference: Students Challenged to Address the Global Environmental Crisis

PROVO, Utah (January 31, 2005)—Nearly 600 Wasatch Front junior high and high school students became diplomats for the day this month at the 15th annual Model UN conference, BYUMUN, sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

19 Jan 2005—Foreign affairs adviser to discuss nuclear weapons Feb. 2 at BYU

PROVO, Utah (January 19, 2005)—Kerry M. Kartchner, foreign affairs advisor at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency in the U.S. Advanced Systems and Concepts Office, will discuss nuclear weapons at noon Wednesday, Feb. 2 in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

18 Jan 2005—Student internships with Scottish, European Parliaments available

PROVO, Utah (January 18, 2005)—Brigham Young University's Center for the Study of Europe is providing internships with members of the Scottish Parliament and the European Parliament during spring term and fall semester this year.

18 Jan 2005—Biblical archaelogy topic of BYU lectures Jan. 26-27

PROVO, Utah (January 18, 2005)—"Recent Discoveries and Controversies in Biblical Archaeology" will be the topic of a lecture by Randall W. Younker as part of the Global Focus Series Wednesday, Jan. 26 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University. Younker will also present "Digging in the Ruins of King Solomon: The 1990 Season at Tel Gezer" Thursday, Jan. 27 at 11 a.m. in 3714 Harold B. Lee Library.

11 Jan 2005—Transatlantic nations and role of NATO topic of BYU lecture Jan. 19

PROVO, Utah (January 11, 2005)—Jeffrey M. Hovenier, deputy director of NATO Policy, European Security and Political Affairs with the U.S. Department of State, will present, "Transatlantic Relations and the Role of NATO" at a Global Focus Series lecture Wednesday, Jan. 19 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

6 Jan 2005—Norwegian minister of Labor and Social Affairs to speak at BYU Jan. 14

PROVO, Utah (January 6, 2005)—His Excellency Dagfinn Hoybraten, Norwegian minister of Labor and Social Affairs, will deliver an Area Focus Lecture Friday, Jan. 14 at 4 p.m. in the Harold B. Lee Library auditorium at Brigham Young University.

5 Jan 2005—Singapore's Ambassador to U.S. at BYU Kennedy Center lecture Jan. 12

PROVO, Utah (January 5, 2005)—Her Excellency Chan Heng Chee will share "Ambassadorial Insights" at the Global Focus Lecture Series Wednesday, Jan. 12 at noon in the Harold B. Lee Library auditorium at Brigham Young University.

2004 Press Releases

3 Dec 2004—Japanese Yen topic of BYU Global Focus Lecture Dec. 8

PROVO, Utah (December 3, 2004)—Hiroshi Ogai, professor emeritus of international finance at Keiwa College in Niigata, Japan, will speak at Brigham Young University as part of a Global Focus Series lecture Wednesday, Dec. 8 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

30 Nov 2004—BYU's Kennedy Center seeks applicants for China teachers program

PROVO, Utah (November 30, 2004)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University is seeking applications from qualified couples and individuals to teach at a few highly respected universities in the People's Republic of China.

29 Nov 2004—Curbs on the press will be BYU Global Focus Series topic Dec. 1

PROVO, Utah (November 29, 2004)—E. Markham Bench, major-market broadcast manager and former vice president and general manager of the award-winning New York FM radio station WRFM, will be the guest speaker at a Brigham Young University Global Focus Series lecture on Wednesday, Dec. 1 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

19 Nov 2004—BYU's Kennedy Center names winners of student photo, essay contests

PROVO, Utah (November 19, 2004)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies announces the awards for the fifth annual Photo Contest and the second annual Essay Contest in conjunction with International Education Week, Nov. 15-19.

15 Nov 2004—Romanian ambassador to United States to speak Nov. 17

PROVO, Utah (November 15, 2004)—Sorin Ducaru, Romanian Ambassador to the United States, will speak at Brigham Young Univesity at noon Wednesday, Nov. 17 in the Harold B. Lee auditorium as part of the Global Focus Series and International Education Week.

10 Nov 2004—BYU activities celebrate International Education Week Nov. 15-19

PROVO, Utah (November 10, 2004)—Global issues, international cultures and international opportunities on the Brigham Young University campus will be celebrated during International Education Week Monday through Friday, Nov. 15-19. Nationally established in 2000 and first celebrated at BYU in 2002, International Education Week promotes programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the United States.

4 Nov 2004—First non-Japanese to serve as CEO of Japanese bank at BYU Nov. 8

PROVO, Utah (November 4, 2004)—The first non-Japanese to serve as CEO of a Japanese bank, L. Todd Budge, president of Tokyo Star Bank Ltd., will present "Transformation Strategy: Leadership and Profitability" Monday, Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

28 Oct 2004—Symposium seeks to understand the Pacific Islander, Nov. 4-5

PROVO, Utah (October 28, 2004)—The first annual Pacific Island Symposium, “Understanding the Pacific Islander: A Symposium on Identity and Culture,”will be held Thursday and Friday, November 4-5 in 238 HRCB.

21 Oct 2004—BYU sponsors first regional European Scholars Consortium Oct. 28-29

PROVO, Utah (October 21, 2004)—More than 30 scholars from various disciplines at universities and colleges throughout the Rocky Mountain area will share their research during the first annual Rocky Mountain European Scholars Consortium, "Defining Europe: Borders, Identities, Cultures," on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 28-29 at the Brigham Young University Conference Center.

21 Oct 2004—Security director for LDS Church to speak at BYU Nov. 3

PROVO, Utah (October 21, 2004)—J. Gregory Dunn, managing director of security for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, will present "I'll Go Where You Want Me to Go: Managing Security Risks Worldwide" at a Global Focus Series lecture Wednesday, Nov. 3, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on campus.

13 Oct 2004—Humanitarian aid organizer to discuss Iraq during BYU lecture Oct. 20

PROVO, Utah (October 11, 2004)—James B. Mayfield, the co-founder of CHOICE Humanitarian and a professor emeritus of political science at the University of Utah, will present "Iraq: War, Religion, and Democracy" Wednesday, Oct. 20, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on Brigham Young University campus.

11 Oct 2004—European Union topic of Oct. 13 Kennedy Center address

PROVO, Utah (October 11, 2004)—The Europe program director at the International Crisis Group in Brussels will address issues related to the European Union as part of an Area Focus Lecture at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, in 238 Herald R. Clark building on the Brigham Young University campus.

11 Oct 2004—Hungary's ambassador to U.S. to visit BYU campus Oct. 13

PROVO, Utah (October 11, 2004)—András Simonyi, Hungary's ambassador to the United States, will deliver a Global Focus Lecture on "Hungary-U.S. Relations" at noon Wednesday, Oct. 13, in the Harold B. Lee Library auditorium on the Brigham Young University campus.

30 Sep 2004—Internship opportunities in the Scottish Parliament

PROVO, Utah (September 30, 2004)—BYU's Center for the Study of Europe is seeking students to intern with members of the Scottish Parliament during winter semester 2005. Interns will work as researchers and personal assistants to representatives in the Scottish Parliament.

30 Sep 2004—War on Terror in Africa subject of Global Series lecture Oct. 6

PROVO, Utah (September 30, 2004)—Foreign Service officer and BYU alumnus Jefferson D. Smith will present "War on Terror: the Diplomatic Dance in East Africa and Tanzania" as part of the Global Focus Series on Wednesday, Oct. 6 at noon in 238 HRCB.

23 Sep 2004—Kennedy Center sponsors student essay contest

PROVO, Utah (September 23, 2004)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University in conjunction with International Education Week Nov. 15-19 will sponsor its second annual student essay contest. All full-time BYU students may participate in the contest. The deadline for entry submission is Friday, Oct. 22, at noon.

20 Sep 2004—BYU International Study Programs plan open house Sept. 23

PROVO, Utah (September 20, 2004)—Students interested in study abroad, international internships, international volunteer or international field study programs are invited to attend the International Study Programs fall open house on Thursday, Sept. 23 from 3 to 6 p.m. on the Herald R. Clark Building's south lawn (weather permitting).

13 Sep 2004—Film series to debut on KBYU beginning Sep. 22

PROVO, Utah (September 13, 2004)—Beyond the Border, a collection of five films covering war, geography, politics, history and current affairs, will debut on KBYU-TV in September and October. Fog and Friction, the first installment of the series, presents a timely look at battles in Iraq and Afghanistan on Wednesday (Sept. 22) at 9 p.m., followed by The Arms Bazaar at 9:30 p.m.

3 Sep 2004—"Culture Matters" topic of BYU Global Focus Series in September

PROVO, Utah (September 3, 2004)—The Global Focus Series sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will feature a lecture each Wednesday at noon Sept. 8 through 29 in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. The theme for the fall series is "Culture Matters," and all events are free.

28 Jul 2004—Film Series to Debut on KBYU beginning Sep. 22

PROVO, Utah (July 28, 2004)—Covering war, geography, politics, history, and current affairs, Beyond the Border, a collection of five films, will begin airing on Wednesday, September 22. Produced by Combat Films and Research for the Kennedy Center, the series will examine events, trends, and stories from around the world with an emphasis on international relations.

26 Jul 2004—Humanitarian aid in Russia topic of Aug. 4 Kennedy Center lecture

PROVO, Utah (July 26, 2004)—The director of a humanitarian aid program for refugees in Russia will speak Wednesday, Aug. 4, on the Brigham Young University campus as part of the Global Focus Series sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

7 Jul 2004—U.S. Embassy officer in Kazakhstan to speak at BYU July 7

PROVO, Utah (July 7, 2004)—A United States embassy official in Kazakhstan will discuss his responsibilities as a Foreign Service officer Wednesday, July 7, at 10 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

7 Jun 2004—Timothy Lynn Elliott appointed International Study Programs director

PROVO, Utah (June 7, 2004)—Timothy Lynn Elliott has been appointed the new International Study Programs director and assistant director of the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University.

6 Jul 2004—Potential instability in Asia over extra males, new book suggests

PROVO, Utah (July 6, 2004)—A new book by Valerie Hudson, a Brigham Young University professor, warns that by 2020, China's government will be forced to contend with a potentially unruly and unrooted population of 30 million surplus young adult males with no hope of marriage.

7 Jun 2004—BYU's Kennedy Center hosts Diplomacy Camp July 19-24

PROVO, Utah (June 7, 2004)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will host the first summer Diplomacy Camp July 19-24 on the Brigham Young University campus. The camp is a rich academic and interpersonal experience that will foster a global perspective as well as develop important individual leadership skills. All interested high school students are eligible to attend.

7 Jun 2004—Terrorism expert to speak at BYU's Kennedy Center June 9

PROVO, Utah (June 7, 2004)—Terrorism and intelligence analyst Ryan Chavez will address the Brigham Young University campus community concerning "Homeland Security in an Age of Transnational Terrorism" on Wednesday, June 9, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

24 May 2004—Minority Rule through Terror subject of classic movie screening, May 26

PROVO, Utah (May 24, 2004)—Algiers in 1957 is the backdrop for "Battle of Algiers," a gripping chronicle of conflict involving the Algerian National Liberation Front (FLN) as they use urban warfare tactics reminiscent of current strategies in today’s headlines around the globe.

7 May 2004—BYU spring Global Focus Series to offer lectures, films on war

PROVO, Utah (May 7, 2004)—Focusing on the horrors or war, the Global Focus Series spring term schedule has been announced at Brigham Young University. Sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies, the series offers students and faculty opportunities to explore current events, scholarly research and diplomatic concerns facing the global community.

7 May 2004—BYU students receive top honors at recent Model United Nations in New York City

PROVO, Utah (May 7, 2004)—Students representing Brigham Young University recently received the top award at the National Model United Nations conference in New York City. More than 3,000 students from 300 universities in the United States and abroad compete at the annual event each spring. This is the best showing from the program, sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies, since 1999.

3 May 2004—Documentary filmmaker to discuss "Iraq's New War" at BYU lecture May 5

PROVO, Utah (May 3, 2004)—Documentary film producer and director Dodge Billingsley will speak Wednesday, May 5, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Billingsley's lecture, "Iraq's New War," will explore the lives of soldiers in war. He recently returned from Mosul, Iraq, where he was integrated with the 2nd and 3rd Infantry Divisions for a two-week operation.

28 April 2004—BYU Wins Big at Diplomacy Competition

PROVO, Utah (April 28, 2004)—Students representing BYU received the top award at the National Model United Nations conference in New York City in April. This is the best showing from the program, sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies, since 1999.

12 April 2004—Thai scholar to discuss "socially engaged spirituality" at BYU April 14

PROVO, Utah (April 12, 2004)—An internationally recognized Thai scholar and social critic will speak at an International Forum Series lecture Wednesday, April 14, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

8 April 2004—Center for Study of Europe announces 2004-2005 language fellowships

PROVO, Utah (April 8, 2004)—The Center for the Study of Europe at Brigham Young University has announced the recipients of its 2004 Foreign Language Area Studies fellowships. The 2004-05 recipients are Joseph Baumgarten, Leona Fisher, Melissa Humes, Benjamin Johnson, James Krause, Jonathan McCollum, Katie Tuft, Spencer Viernes and Heidi Wilde.

8 April 2004—BYU Center for Study of Europe sponsors art, essay competition for public school students

PROVO, Utah (April 8, 2004)—The Brigham Young University Center for the Study of Europe and Intercultural Outreach are sponsoring a Europe essay contest for middle and high school students and an art contest for K-6 students in the intermountain region. All essay and art submissions are due Monday, May 24.

2 April 2004—Member of Scottish Parliament to speak at BYU April 7

PROVO, Utah (April 2, 2004)—Brian Adam, Scottish National Parliament member, will address "Scotland: A Parliament Restored and a Democracy Found?" during the final winter semester International Forum Series Wednesday, April 7 at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

2 April 2004—Finnish Parliament member to address BYU student April 7

PROVO, Utah (April 2, 2004)—Finnish Parliament member Ville Itala will address the "Relationships Between the European Union, the USA and Russia" at a Brigham Young University Area Focus Lecture Wednesday, April 7 at 4 p.m. in the Harold B. Lee Library auditorium.

29 March 2004—BYU professor to give firsthand account of Taiwan elections April 1

PROVO, Utah (March 29, 2004)—Eric Hyer, an associate professor of political science at Brigham Young University, will share his firsthand account as an election observer in Taiwan during March. "Taiwan Undone: A Perspective from the Barricades on the Taiwan Elections of 3/20," an Area Focus Lecture, will take place on Thursday, April 1, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. The public is welcome.

24 March 2004—International Society to discuss Church in developing nations April 5

PROVO, Utah (March 24, 2004)—The challenges faced by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as it develops outside the United States will be the focus of the International Society's 15th annual conference, "Church Development in the Developing World," on the Brigham Young University campus Monday, April 5, following General Conference weekend.

19 March 2004—Utah cultural history to be discussed during BYU lecture March 31

PROVO, Utah (March 19, 2004)—The Utah state history director will discuss "Utah's Cultural and Ethnic Diversities" at an International Forum Series lecture Wednesday, March 31, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

19 March 2004—Health care in Cambodia topic of BYU lecture March 23

PROVO, Utah (March 19, 2004)—Former chief operating officer of the Reproductive and Child Health Alliance in Cambodia Richard B. Sturgis will present "Marshalling a Gentle Army for Implementing Better Health in Rural Cambodia: Buddhism at Work" at an Area Focus Lecture on Tuesday, March 23 at 2 p.m. in 271 Richards Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

18 March 2004—French ambassador to United States speaks at BYU March 30

PROVO, Utah (March 18, 2004)—The French ambassador to the United States will discuss "France-U.S. Relations" at an Area Focus Lecture Tuesday, March 30, at 2 p.m. in 2084 Jesse Knight Humanities Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Jean-David Levitte has had a distinguished career in the French Foreign Service, serving in senior positions around the world and for two former French presidents.

18 March 2004—Latinos in Utah topic of BYU conference March 26

PROVO, Utah (March 18, 2004)—Latino scholars and advocates will discuss the history and current challenges of Latinos in Utah during a conference Friday, March 26, beginning at 9 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. The conference, titled "Latinos in Utah," will begin with a keynote address and will include presentations and roundtable discussions. A fiesta with music and food will conclude the conference.

17 March 2004—Belgian ambassador to U.S. to speak at BYU March 24

PROVO, Utah (March 17, 2004)—The Belgian ambassador to the United States will discuss "Belgian-U.S. Relations" at an Area Focus Lecture Wednesday, March 24, at 2 p.m. in 250 Spencer W. Kimball Tower on the Brigham Young University campus.

16 March 2004—Georgetown professor to discuss human rights during BYU lecture March 25

PROVO, Utah (March 16, 2004)—A law professor from Georgetown University will discuss American views on international human rights Thursday, March 25, at 2 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Father Robert F. Drinan, an ordained Jesuit priest who has taught at Georgetown since 1981, will present "Why Is the United States so Ambivalent About International Human Rights?"

11 March 2004—Vice president of Ecuador Alfredo Palacio at BYU lecture March 18

PROVO, Utah (March 11, 2004)—Vice president and former minister of health of the Republic of Ecuador Alfredo Palacio will address Brigham Young University students and faculty Thursday, March 18, at 3 p.m. in 2084 Jesse Knight Humanities Building. He will discuss health care in Ecuador and Latin America.

10 March 2004—Welsh nuclear arms expert to speak at BYU March 24

PROVO, Utah (March 10, 2004)—John Baylis, pro vice chancellor at the University of Wales—Swansea, will discuss "The Trans-Atlantic Rift: Britain as a Bridge" at the International Forum Series Wednesday, March 24, at noon, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

9 March 2004—Ambassador from Belarus to give BYU lecture March 18

PROVO, Utah (March 9, 2004)—The ambassador of Belarus to the United States and Mexico will speak at an Area Focus Lecture Thursday, March 18, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Mikhail Khvostov will discuss "Belarus–U.S. Relations." The lecture, sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies, is free and open to the public.

8 March 2004—Annual Hunger Banquet at BYU scheduled for March 12-13

PROVO, Utah (March 8, 2004)—The Students for International Development at Brigham Young University will host the 14th annual Hunger Banquet Friday and Saturday, March 12-13, at 6:30 p.m. in 3220 Wilkinson Student Center. The Hunger Banquet is an evening of culture, learning, and service.

1 March 2004—Two international educators plan BYU lectures March 11

PROVO, Utah (March 1, 2004)—Two internationally recognized educators will visit the Brigham Young University campus Thursday, March 11, as part of the 48th annual Conference of the Comparative and International Education Society to be held in Salt Lake City March 9-12.

27 February 2004—Chemical and biological weapons subject of Kennedy Center lecture March 10

PROVO, Utah (February 27, 2004)—David Allen of the Bureau of Intelligence and Research will present a lecture titled "Chemical and Biological Weapons of Proliferation" Wednesday, March 10, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Allen is a chemical and biological issues analyst for INR, a branch within the U.S. intelligence community.

26 February 2004—Turkish educator to present lecture at BYU March 8

PROVO, Utah (February 26, 2004)—Ilhan Yildiz, the chair of the Department of Philosophy and Religion at the University of Yüzüncü Yil in Van, Turkey, will be the guest speaker at an Area Focus Lecture Monday, March 8, at 1 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

23 February 2004—BYU hosts Field Studies Inquiry Conference March 3-5

PROVO, Utah (February 23, 2004)—Topics including ethnobotany, child welfare, agriculture and African culture will be addressed during the 6th annual Field Studies Inquiry Conference Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, March 3-5, on the Brigham Young University campus. Sessions for the three-day conference will be held in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. The conference is sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

19 February 2004—Argentine ambassador at BYU lecture series Feb. 26

PROVO, Utah (February 19, 2004)—His Excellency Jose Octavio Bordon, ambassador of Argentina to the United States, will address "Argentina-U.S. Relations" at the International Forum Series on Thursday, Feb. 26, at 11 a.m. in 2084 Jesse Knight Humanities Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

18 February 2004—Center for Study of Europe awards grants, creates courses

PROVO, Utah (February 18, 2004)—The Center for the Study of Europe at Brigham Young University has awarded 11 faculty research grants and has assisted in the creation of three new courses. The center, located in the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies, awarded grants with the purpose of fostering scholarship on Europe by BYU faculty.

10 February 2004—Business professor at Kennedy Center forum

PROVO, Utah (February 10, 2004)—Robert G. Crawford, associate professor of business management at Brigham Young University, will speak on "Entrepreneurship as Ethics: Implications for Policy" at the International Forum Series, Wednesday, Feb. 11, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

4 February 2004—Feb. 5 lecture to open conference of Scandinavian scholars at BYU

PROVO, Utah (February 4, 2004)—An elite group of scholars will meet at Brigham Young University this week for a Scandinavian Literary History Conference Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 5-7. The conference is a follow-up to a planning session held in March 2003 to begin work on a new Scandinavian literary history.

29 January 2004—Documentary producer looks at Iraq war during BYU lecture Feb. 4

PROVO, Utah (January 29, 2004)—Documentary film producer and director Dodge Billingsley will speak Wednesday, Feb. 4, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Billingsley’s lecture, "Iraq at One Year: Looking Back/Looking Forward," will focus on his firsthand observations of the war in Iraq.

23 January 2004—Latin American art song subject of Kennedy Center lecture Jan. 29

PROVO, Utah (January 23, 2004)—The head of vocal studies in the School of Music at Brigham Young University will present a combined lecture and performance Thursday, Jan. 29, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the BYU campus. J. Arden Hopkin will present "Spanish Influences on the Development of Latin American Art Song During the Colonial Period."

20 January 2004—Foreign assistance agency director to speak at BYU Kennedy Center Jan. 28

PROVO, Utah (January 20, 2004)—The director of external affairs for the InterAmerican Foundation will speak at the International Forum Series Wednesday, Jan. 28, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Patrick Breslin will address development issues during a lecture titled "If We Know What Works in Development, Why Don't We Do More of It?"

9 January 2004—Ethnobotanist and filmmaker at BYU lecture Jan. 14 To present research on Tongan culture

PROVO, Utah (January 9, 2004)—Ethnobotanist and documentary film director Melinda Ostraff will lecture on "Obscurity and Saliency: A Review of Tongan Women's Knowledge in Relationship to Tidal Areas" at the International Forum Series Wednesday, Jan. 14, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

8 January 2004—BYU Kennedy Center seeks couples to teach English in China

PROVO, Utah (January 8, 2004)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University is seeking applications from qualified couples and individuals to teach at universities in the People's Republic of China.

8 January 2004—Senior advisor for U.S. missile defense gives BYU lecture Jan. 21

PROVO, Utah (January 8, 2004)—A senior advisor for U.S. missile defense policy will speak at the International Forum Series Wednesday, Jan. 21, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Kerry M. Kartchner of the Bureau of Arms Control with the U.S. Department of State will give a lecture titled "Missile Defense and the Bush Administration's Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction."

6 January 2004—UCLA professor at Kennedy Center lecture Jan. 8

PROVO, Utah (January 6, 2004)—Vincent Pecora, a professor of English and director of the Humanities Consortium at UCLA, will address "Religion in the European Enlightenment" at a Brigham Young University Area Focus Lecture on Thursday, Jan. 8, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

2003 Press Releases

2 December 2003—Middle East legal expert at Kennedy Center lecture Dec. 4

PROVO, Utah (December 2, 2003)—Visiting scholar and international law expert Farooq Hassan will discuss "American Power: A Critique" at an area focus lecture Thursday, Dec. 4, at 1 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building at Brigham Young University.

19 November 2003—Kennedy Center announces results of first annual essay contest

PROVO, Utah (November 19, 2003)—Brigham Young University's David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies has announced the results of its first annual essay contest. Students were given the choice of three topics to address, and the papers were then read and ranked by four professors from four different disciplines. First place and $500 was awarded to "External Debt and the Developing World: Problems and Solutions" written by Kent E. Freeze, a sophomore economics major.

14 November 2003—Pulitzer Prize-winning scientist to discuss his writings at BYU Nov. 18

PROVO, Utah (November 14, 2003)—Jared Diamond, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and professor of geography at UCLA, will discuss his writings on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 4 p.m. in 140 Joseph Smith Building on the Brigham Young University campus. "Why did history take such different evolutionary courses for peoples of different continents?" Diamond asks, a question he attempts to answer in "Guns, Germs, and Steel: the Fates of Human Societies." It is the Book of the Semester at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies, which is hosting Diamond's lecture in conjunction with International Education Week at BYU.

12 November 2003—Kennedy Center displays photo contest winners
Part of International Education Week activities

PROVO, Utah (November 12, 2003)— Brigham Young University's David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies has announced the results of its fourth annual photo contest. Participants in the International Study Programs for 2002-03—2,582 students in all—were eligible to enter. Nearly 200 photos were entered in the competition.

7 November 2003—BYU's Kennedy Center plans International Week activities

PROVO, Utah (November 7, 2003)—Global issues, international cultures and international opportunities will be the focus of International Education Week Nov. 17-21 at Brigham Young University. "We've planned a series of events with guest speakers and student activities that focus on different aspects of BYU's international depth and breadth," said Jeff Ringer, director of the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at BYU.

7 November 2003—BYU faculty to discuss Pultizer Prize-winning book Nov. 13

PROVO, Utah (November 7, 2003)—Brigham Young University faculty members Mark C. Belk, associate professor of integrative biology; Duane E. Jeffery, professor of integrative biology; James E. Faulconer, professor of philosophy; Elaine Marshall, dean of nursing; and Harold (Hal) L. Miller, professor of psychology, will discuss "Guns, Germs, and Steel: the Fates of Human Societies," a Pulitzer Prize-winning book by Jared Diamond.

5 November 2003—Maternal health in developing countries subject of BYU lecture Nov. 7

PROVO, Utah (November 5, 2003)—Maternal health issues in developing countries will be the topic of an Area Focus Lecture Friday, Nov. 7, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Barton R. Burkhalter, director of research and associate director of the quality assurance project at the Center for Human Resources of the University Research Corp., will discuss "The Tragic Consequences of Poor Maternal Health in Developing Countries: How We Can Make a Difference."

3 November 2003—Culture of Turkistan to be focus of Kennedy Center lecture Nov. 6

PROVO, Utah (November 3, 2003)—Music, song and dance of the Uyghur people of Turkistan will accompany an Area Focus Lecture, "History of Uyghur Arts in Islamic Chinese Turkistan" Thursday, Nov. 6, at 1 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Anwar Yusuf, director of the Eastern Turkistan National Freedom Center in Washington, D.C., will present the lecture, which is sponsored by the Utah Humanities Council, Amnesty International, Asian and Middle East Studies, Eastern Arts and the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

3 November 2003—Chihuahua topic of Latin American studies lecture Nov. 4

PROVO, Utah (November 3, 2003)—A Brigham Young University sociology professor will present a brown-bag lecture sponsored by Latin American Studies and the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies Tuesday, Nov. 4, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark. J. Lynn England, former sociology department chair, will discuss "Los Santititos de Chihuahua: An Example of Community Capital."

28 October 2003—Journalist Thomas Goltz at Kennedy Center lecture Nov. 5

PROVO, Utah (October 28, 2003)—A freelance journalist and war correspondent will speak on "Election Time in the Caucasus: Georgia and Azerbaijan Change Horses" Wednesday, Nov. 5, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Thomas Goltz, whose articles have been printed in publications such as "The Nation," "Business Week," "Soldier of Fortune," The Washington Post and The New York Times, has covered the post-Soviet wars since the fall of the USSR in 1991.

27 October 2003—Geographer Shaul E. Cohen at Kennedy Center lecture Oct. 29

PROVO, Utah (October 27, 2003)—A University of Oregon geography professor will discuss how land and other geographical elements have become major political tools in two specific conflicts in the world Wednesday, Oct. 29, at noon in the Harold B. Lee Library auditorium on the Brigham Young University campus. Shaul E. Cohen will give a lecture titled "Whither Jerusalem, and Northern Ireland, Too" about the Israeli-Palestinian and Northern Ireland conflicts as part of the David M. Kennedy Center's International Forum Series.

23 October 2003—Playwright David Edgar to lecture at BYU Oct. 31

PROVO, Utah (October 23, 2003)—British playwright David Edgar will lecture on Friday, Oct. 31, at Brigham Young University. The first lecture, "Pentecost to Babel," will be at 1 p.m. in the Museum of Art Auditorium and is open to the public. At 3 p.m. faculty and theatre majors are invited to a discussion of "Playwriting and Politics" in the Nelke Experimental Theatre. See related story

17 October 2003—Former ambassadors, NY Times writer discuss human rights Oct. 23 at BYU

PROVO, Utah (October 17, 2003)—Two former U.S. ambassadors and a New York Times editorialist will participate in a dialogue about torture and terror in the 21st century on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Editorialist Bill Berkeley and former ambassadors to Croatia and Uganda Peter W. Galbraith and E. Michael Southwick will address the topic "Human Rights and Wrongs: The Search for Justice."

8 October 2003—Canadian ambassador to U.S. at Kennedy Center lecture Oct. 22

PROVO, Utah (October 8, 2003)— His Excellency Michael F. Kergin, Canadian ambassador to the United States, will speak on "Canada-U.S. Relations" Wednesday, Oct. 22, at noon in the Harold B. Lee Library auditorium.

7 October 2003—U.S.-Poland relations subject of Kennedy Center lecture Oct. 15

PROVO, Utah (October 7, 2003)—A Brigham Young University emeritus professor of history will present a lecture about Poland's ties to the United States Wednesday, Oct. 15, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Douglas F. Tobler will discuss "Contemporary Poland: An American Ally in Central Europe" as part of the International Forum Series sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

25 September 2003—BYU opens Center for the Study of Europe

PROVO, Utah (September 25, 2003)— Funded by a Title VI grant of more than $1.2 million, the Center for the Study of Europe at BYU officially opened during a Sept. 25 ceremony at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. President Cecil O. Samuelson praised the BYU faculty and students who worked to create the center.

22 September 2003—California recall election topic of BYU panel discussion Sept. 26

PROVO, Utah (September 22, 2003)— Members of the political science faculty at Brigham Young University will conduct a panel discussion, "What is California Doing?: International Perspectives on the Recall Election," to consider the pros and cons of direct democracy in the modern nation-state. Raymond V. Christensen, Ralph C. Hancock, Darren Hawkins, Kelly D. Patterson and Daniel L. Nielson will participate in the panel followed by a question-and-answer session on Friday, Sept. 26, from noon to 12:50 in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

22 September 2003—American perspectives on China topic of Oct. 1 BYU lecture

PROVO, Utah (September 22, 2003)—A Brigham Young University professor with expertise on the People's Republic of China will speak Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark. Eric A. Hyer, associate professor of political science at BYU, will address the topic "American Perspectives on U.S.-China Relations" as part of the International Forum Series, sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

18 September 2003—Kennedy Center plans student essay contest

PROVO, Utah (September 18, 2003)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University is sponsoring a student essay contest in conjunction with International Education Week Nov. 17-21. The competition is designed to promote BYU students' understanding of and appreciation for current global issues.

16 September 2003—BYU to open Center for the Study of Europe Sept. 25

Funded by $1.2 million Title VI grant

PROVO, Utah (September 16, 2003)—Funded by a Title VI grant of more than $1.2 million, the Center for the Study of Europe at Brigham Young University will officially open during a ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 25. BYU President Cecil O. Samuelson, Jeff Ringer, director of the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies (which is hosting the new center), Wade Jacoby, the center's director, and other university officials will attend the formal opening scheduled for 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building south of the Lee Library.

10 September 2003—Foreign Service careers topic of BYU lecture Sept. 12

PROVO, Utah (September 4, 2003)—The Brigham Young University Foreign Service Student Organization will host a forum Friday, Sept. 12, at 5 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the BYU campus. A. Ellen Shippy, Foreign Service diplomat-in-residence at the University of New Mexico, will speak about career opportunities in the Foreign Service.

9 September 2003—Asian male surplus topic of Kennedy Center lecture Sept. 17

PROVO, Utah (September 9, 2003)—A Brigham Young University political science professor will speak about Asia's male surplus problem Wednesday, Sept. 17, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Valerie Hudson will discuss her research during a lecture titled "Bare Branches: Security Implications of Asia's Surplus Male Population" as part of the International Forum Series hosted by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

4 September 2003—Stan Taylor to address BYU International Forum Sept. 10

PROVO, Utah (September 4, 2003)—A BYU political science professor will speak as part of the International Forum Series on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at noon in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Stan Taylor, former director of BYU's David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies and recipient of the International Society's 2003 Distinguished Service Award, will lecture on the topic "Ethics and International Affairs: A Personal Journey."

3 September 2003—Bulgarian poet, translator at BYU Kennedy Center lecture Sept. 12

PROVO, Utah (September 3, 2003)—A noted Bulgarian literary scholar will speak at an "Area Focus Lecture" sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies and the Center for European Studies Friday, Sept. 12, at 11 a.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus. Alexander Shurbanov, a scholar, translator, poet and professor at the University of Sofia in Bulgaria, will share his research in a lecture titled "Bulgarian Literature in the Wake of Communism."

11 August 2003—BYU Conference for Latter-day Saint Professionals to Focus on Global Ethics

PROVO, Utah (August 11, 2003)—The cultural challenges and experiences Latter-day Saint professionals face when doing business, promoting development, encouraging education and practicing law internationally will be the focus of the International Society's 14th annual conference in Provo Sunday and Monday, Aug. 17–18.

8 July 2003—BYU Professor to Provide Unique Perspective on China

PROVO, Utah (July 8, 2003)—Eric A. Hyer, one of BYU's foremost experts on the People's Republic of China, will share his insights, "American Perspectives on U.S.–China Relations," on the largest communist nation in the world as part of the International Forum Series, at noon on Wednesday, July 16, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building south of the Lee Library on the BYU campus.

19 June 2003—Kennedy Center Alumnus to Speak on Cuba

PROVO, Utah (June 19, 2003)—Peter M. Steimle, Brigham Young University alumnus, will speak on "Cuba: Understanding the Opportunities," at the International Forum Series, which takes place at noon on Wednesday, July 2, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. The lecture will examine the economic and political doors being opened in that nation.

13 June 2003—Elder John A. Harris at International Lecture Series June 25

PROVO, Utah (June 13, 2003)—Elder John A. Harris, Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for the Utah South Area, will be the initial speaker for the International Forum Summer Series at Brigham Young University. The lecture, "Greater Opportunities in a Smaller World," will take place at noon on Wednesday, June 25, in 238 Herald R. Clark Building.

8 May 2003—BYU Model UN Team Gains Experience, Honors in New York

PROVO, Utah (May 8, 2003)—In a year when the United Nations' relevance was debated almost weekly, Brigham Young University's Model United Nations delegation was ready. Fifty undergraduate students traveled to New York City to compete in the annual National Model United Nations competition and took home high honors.

26 March 2003—Canadian Consul General to Give Annual Palmer Lecture

PROVO, Utah (March 26, 2003)—Colin Robertson, Canadian consul general in Los Angeles, will speak on "Prospects and Challenges for CanadaU.S. Relations" at the Asael E. and Maydell C. Palmer Annual Lecture Series in Canadian Studies on Thursday, April 3 at 7 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building on the Brigham Young University campus.

5 March 2003—New York Times Washington Correspondent at BYU Lecture

PROVO, Utah (March 5,2003)—Brigham Young University is one of more than 1,000 schools nationwide to benefit from the New York Times Partners in Education (PiE) program. Those benefits will now include a guest lecturer each fall and winter semester sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

21 February 2003—BYU sets Field Studies Inquiry Conference March 5–7

PROVO, Utah (February 21, 2003)—Ethnobotany, child welfare, agriculture and African culture are only a few of the topics that will be addressed during the fifth annual Brigham Young University "Field Studies Inquiry Conference" scheduled for Wednesday through Friday, March 5-7.

18 February 2003—BYU sponsors annual Hunger Banquet Feb. 21–22

PROVO, Utah (February 18, 2003)—Roughly 60 percent of the world's 6.25 billion population, the Third World, will eat a small portion of rice today, and the more fortunate may also have beans and some form of bread. The 13th annual Hunger Banquet, sponsored by Brigham Young University's David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies, is an opportunity to experience the reality of the world's food distribution firsthand on Friday and Saturday (Feb. 21 and 22) at 6:30 p.m. in 3220 Wilkinson Student Center.

10 February 2003—BYU Faculty Benefit from Kennedy Center Grants

PROVO, Utah (February 10, 2003)—Thirty-nine faculty members conducting research with international significance each benefited from a portion of the $81,733 awarded last month by Brigham Young University's David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies.

3 February 2003—BYU's Kennedy Center Hosts Model U.N. Conference

PROVO, Utah (February 3, 2003)—On Saturday (Jan. 18), more than 600 junior high and high school students descended on the Brigham Young University campus to learn about diplomacy firsthand during the annual Model United Nations conference.

15 January 2003—Islamic rage at U.S. topic of documentary to be screened at BYU's Kennedy Center Jan. 22

PROVO, Utah (January 15, 2003)—Brigham Young University's David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies will screen the documentary "Why U.S.?" on Wednesday (Jan. 22) at 1:30 p.m. in 238 Herald R. Clark Building. Produced by Cody P. Shearer, president of the Institute for International Mediation and Conflict Resolution in Washington, D.C., the documentary is an attempt to explain why the United States has become a target for rage in the Islamic world.

2002 Press Releases

22 November 2002—BYU Kennedy Center Lists Winners of 2002 Photo Contest

PROVO, Utah (November 22, 2002)—In conjunction with its recent International Education Week, the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University announced the winners of its Third Annual Photo Contest. The contest was open to over 1,200 students who participated in one of the many BYU International Study Programs during the 2001-2002 academic year. Of the almost two hundred entries, prizes were given to the top three, but all the photos on display capture the essence of cultural diversity around the globe.

20 November 2002—BYU's Kennedy Center Hosts Conference on Iraq Nov. 21-22

PROVO, Utah (November 20, 2002)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will host "Countdown Iraq: A Spectrum of Informed Opinion," an interdisciplinary, two-day conference to discuss the ongoing issue of war with Iraq, Thursday and Friday (Nov. 21-22) as part of International Education Week events.

6 November 2002—BYU's Kennedy Center Observes International Education Week

PROVO, Utah (November 6, 2002)—In observance of International Education Week Nov. 18-22, the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University will be hosting a week-long promotion of international education. A few highlights include lectures on regional areas of the globe, a two-day debate on the issue of war with Iraq and an international career day. A cultural showcase on Friday evening will close the festivities.

17 October 2002—International Health, Hunger Specialist at BYU Oct. 31

PROVO, Utah (October 17, 2002)—Brigham Young University's College of Health and Human Performance will host a lecture by Robb Davis on Thursday (Oct. 31) from 11 a.m. to noon at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies (238 Herald R. Clark Building). He will discuss "Credit with Education-A Strategy That Integrates Two Powerful Development Tools: Money and Information to Improve the Lives of Women and Children."

12 August 2002—13th Annual International Society Conference Aug. 18–19

PROVO, Utah (August 12, 2002)—The International Society's thirteenth annual conference, "Muslims and Latter-day Saints: Building Bridges," will be held Sunday and Monday, Aug. 18–19, in Provo.

22 May 2002—Jeffrey F. Ringer Named Director of BYU's Kennedy Center

PROVO, Utah (May 22, 2002)—International Vice President Sandra Rogers has announced the appointment of Jeffrey F. Ringer as the new director of the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University.

16 April 2002—BYU Model United Nations Honored at New York Meet

PROVO, Utah (April 16, 2002)—This year BYU's Model United Nations (MUN) program received two honorable mention awards and placed in the top 30 of 200 teams from throughout the nation at the recent National Model UN conference in New York City. Unlike most other programs, BYU's delegates had never previously attended the conference. Even so, they were well prepared to represent their respective countries' interests- namely, Russia, the Holy See and Trinidad & Tobago.

21 February 2002—BYU Reaffirms Commitment to International Programs

PROVO, Utah (February 21, 2002)—Emphasizing Brigham Young University's international capabilities and opportunities, President Bateman reaffirmed on Friday the university's commitment to international, interdisciplinary programs, including an international relations major—one that will combine the strengths of BYU's existing international studies and international politics majors.

10 January 2002—Kennedy Center Seeks Couples, Individuals to Teach in China

PROVO, Utah (January 10, 2002)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University is seeking qualified couples and individuals to teach at universities in the People's Republic of China.

2001 Press Releases

26 November 2001—BYU Intercultural Outreach Helps Overcome Stereotypes

PROVO, Utah (November 26, 2001)—Intercultural Outreach (IO) students at Brigham Young University are using their coursework to break down stereotypes and generate interest in cultures worldwide, and local classrooms are benefiting. Throughout the semester, students enrolled in IAS 357 compile and develop extensive oral presentations on a country in which they have lived three months or more."These multimedia cultural presentations have sparked the interest of schools and civic groups throughout the Wasatch Front," said Andy McEwen, program coordinator.

15 November 2001—BYU Sends Most Students for International Study

PROVO, Utah (November 15, 2001)—For the second year in a row, the Kennedy Center's International Study Programs (ISP) put Brigham Young University in first place for the most students studying abroad annually. At a recent press briefing at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., the Institute of International Education (IIE) together with the Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, which funds such research, released its Open Doors 2001 report on global student mobility.

15 October 2001—Kennedy Center Announces Photo Contest Winners

PROVO, Utah (October 15, 2001)—The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University has announced the winners of its second annual Photo Contest. The contest was open to more than 1,200 students who participated in one of the many BYU International Study Programs during the 2000–2001 academic year. Prizes were given to photos that captured the essence of cultural interaction and diversity.

19 September 2001—BYU Delegates See UN Conference on Racism Firsthand

Delegates from Brigham Young University's World Family Policy Center (WFPC) joined the global fight against racism with 14,000 others in Durban, South Africa, at the recent United Nations World Conference Against Racism, Xenophobia, and Related Intolerance. The conference was rocked by controversy on the Middle East and slavery reparations, two issues for which there was little consensus. Further disagreements led to the walkout of the U.S. delegation and threatened departure of other states.

30 August 2001—BYU Students Participate in World Youth Forum in Senegal

Brigham Young University students worked to empower youth and promote the family at the third World Youth Forum (WYF) of the UN System in Dakar, Senegal. Selina Andrews, 23, from Boise, ID, and Yolande Bouka, 20, from Montreal, Canada, spent one week with youth from 100 different countries as representatives of BYU's World Family Policy Center and Kennedy Center.

25 July 2001—BYU Kennedy Center Seeks Couples to Teach in China

The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University is seeking applications from qualified couples and individuals to teach at universities in the People's Republic of China. The center is entering its 13th year of teacher placement. During the past 12 years, nearly 500 people have participated in the program teaching English, British and American literature, economics, business, finance and law.

5 June 2001—Kennedy Center Intercultural Outreach Releases CultureGuides

Intercultural Outreach at Brigham Young University's David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies has responded to increased demand for its cultural presentations by developing CultureGuides. CultureGuides are complete teaching aids that contain information, resources, media and web addresses for classroom presentations on different cultures. They are designed to answer the demand for current methods and research in teaching cultural awareness and understanding.

4 June 2001—Kennedy Center Director Releases New Publication

The David M. Kennedy Center announces the release of "Positioning Secondary School Education in Developing Countries: Expansion and Curriculum." Written by Kennedy Center Director Donald B. Holsinger and education consultant Richard C. Cowell, the book discusses key issues facing secondary education systems throughout the world.

7 May 2001—Kennedy Center Displays Student Photo Exhibit

The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University announces a student photo exhibit now on display in the Herald R. Clark Building (south of the Harold B. Lee Library). The exhibit features award-winning student photography from the 1999–2000 Photo Contest sponsored by Kennedy Center Publications.

26 April 2001—Kennedy Center Names International Internships Coordinator

The International Study Programs office of the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University announces the appointment of Landes R. Holbrook as its new international internships coordinator.

13 March 2001—Kennedy Center Students Give Papers at Harvard Conference

Three graduate students from Brigham Young University's David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies were chosen by the Harvard University Graduate School of Education to present papers at a conference last month.

15 February 2001—International Society Conference Proceedings

The 11th Annual International Society Conference proceedings Development Assistance and humanitarian Aid: The LDS Perspective are now available to order. Presentations include prepared papers, talks, and panels. Participants included in this publication: Sister Mary Ellen Smoot, Relief Society General President; Elder James O. Mason, Quorum of the Seventy emeritus; BYU faculty; representatives from the Church's Welfare Services; and NGOs assisting with international humanitarian efforts. The cost is $10 per book and includes shipping and handling. Checks may be sent to David M. Kennedy
Center, 237 HRCB, Provo Utah 84602.

23 January 2001—Students Gathered for BYU Model UN High School Conference

More than 600 high school and junior high school students from Utah and Montana spent Saturday (Jan. 20) sequestered in Brigham Young University's Wilkinson Center in an effort to solve global problems.

2000 Press Releases

16 November 2000—BYU Number One in Sending Students Abroad

The Kennedy Center's International Study Programs (ISP) along with other university foreign placement programs have put Brigham Young University in the lead for annually sending the largest number of students abroad.

11 September 2000—Kennedy Center adds Foreign Service Student Organization

The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies has created the Foreign Service Student Organization (FSSO) to provide information, assistance and support for undergraduate and graduate students considering careers in diplomacy.

1 August 2000—International Society News

The summer newsletter issue PDF file may now be accessed online. The Eleventh Annual International Society Conference will be 13–14 August.

13 July 2000—New Course Sections Available Online

Courses not listed in the university's catalog will be posted on the New Courses page as faculty provide the information.

20 June 2000—BYU's Kennedy Center Announces Bridges and Calls for Articles

The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies has announced the publication of a new magazine called Bridges, which will report on the international activities of the Kennedy Center and other BYU departments, and share some of the stories behind the activities. The first issue features a report about Helen Foster Snow's experiences in China. Kennedy Center Publications is soliciting articles for upcoming issues of Bridges magazine.

19 May 2000—BYU's Kennedy Center Releases Two New Publications

The David M. Kennedy Center has announced the release of two publications, the Discussion Paper Series and International Opportunities: A Career Guide for Students.

18 May 2000—BYU's Kennedy Center Announces Administrative Appointments

The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University has reorganized its administrative structure. Rodney S. Boynton and Jeffery F. Ringer are now associate directors of the Kennedy Center.

16 May 2000—Kennedy Center Launches First Magazine

Kennedy Center alumni, we will soon launch Bridges, the Kennedy Center's first magazine, online and print. We need your current mailing information to insure that you will receive your copy. Please fill out the update form on the link provided on the alumni page if you have moved and not reported the change.

17 April 2000—Kennedy Center's International Society has New Director

The International Society at Brigham Young University announces the appointment of Paul Hyer, emeritus professor at Brigham Young University, as its new executive director. Hyer replaces Ray Hillam, also an emeritus professor at BYU. The society is sponsored by the David M. Kennedy Center, the J. Reuben Clark Law School and the Marriott School.

3 April 2000—International Society Conference Proceedings

The 1999 International Society Conference proceedings The Challenge of Sharing Religious Beliefs in a Global Setting are now available to order. Presentations include prepared papers, talks, and panels. Participants included in this publication: Elder Merrill J. Bateman, BYU President, Elder Lance B. Wickman, Quorum of the Seventy; William F. Atkin, Church associate general counsel; James T. Duke; sociology professor; Cyril I. A. Figuerres, Church research information division; W. Cole Durham, law professor; Paul V. Hyer, International Society executive director; Hugh M. Matheson, former Church legal counsel, Africa Area; R. Lanier Britsch, history professor; James A. Toronto, Church history professor; Ted E. and Cheryl Lyon, Chile Osorno Mission; and Donald K. and Janelle Jarvis, Yekaterinburg Mission.

The cost is $10 per book and includes shipping and handling. Checks may be sent to David M. Kennedy Center, 237 HRCB, Provo Utah 84602.

15 March 2000—Kennedy Center Publishes International Guide

International Opportunities: A Career Guide for Students, second edition is now available and will be stocked by BYU Bookstore. Designed for use as a textbook for IAS 100 Introduction to International Studies, this reference guide covers internship and career options and includes contact information for international companies and organizations. BYU Bookstore: (801) 378-3003 ISBN: 0-912575-16-6

10 February 2000—Kennedy Center Expands International Study Programs

The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University has expanded their International Study Programs (ISP) office, responsible for managing all credit-bearing international study opportunities sponsored by the university. Formerly Study Abroad, the name change now accurately reflects the scope of programs coordinated by the ISP office and has been expanded to include four international emphases: Volunteers—newly-formed area combining service and learning; Study Abroad—traditional, faculty accompanied study; Internships—short-term, on-the-job practical application of classroom theory; Field Studies—research in small groups or alone.