Political Science and International Affairs News

Fighting Exploitation Hidden in Plain Sight: Professor Scarpa’s Human Trafficking and Contemporary Slavery Class

Fighting Exploitation Hidden in Plain Sight: Professor Scarpa’s Human Trafficking and Contemporary Slavery Class

By utilizing international law, international relations, sociology, and history as tools, Professor Scarpa has built a transdisciplinary course, based on discussing and examining specific forms of exploitation in the world, which permeate modern supply chains in the global economy.

JCU Welcomes World Food Programme Chief Economist Arif Husain

JCU Welcomes World Food Programme Chief Economist Arif Husain

John Cabot University welcomed Arif Husain, Chief Economist at the World Food Programme (WFP) for a talk on food security and crisis prevention.

JCU’s Guarini Institute Hosts “Lithuania and Europe: Past, Present and Future”

JCU’s Guarini Institute Hosts “Lithuania and Europe: Past, Present and Future”

On February 12, 2025, JCU and the Guarini Institute for Public Affairs hosted an event titled “Lithuania and Europe: Past, Present and Future."

Political Automation: Alumnus Eduardo Albrecht Publishes New Book on AI

Political Automation: Alumnus Eduardo Albrecht Publishes New Book on AI

Alumnus Eduardo Albrecht has recently published the book titled "Political Automation: An Introduction to AI in Government and Its Impact on Citizens" (Oxford University Press, 2025), which investigates the increasing governmental use of AI and the changing role of citizens.

JCU and UNICRI Announce 10th Edition of Summer School on Migration and Human Rights

JCU and UNICRI Announce 10th Edition of Summer School on Migration and Human Rights

John Cabot University, in collaboration with the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI), is happy to announce the 10th edition of the Summer School on Migration and Human Rights, which will be delivered at JCU from July 7 to 11, 2025.

Insights on the 2025 German Elections with Former Ambassador Pier Francesco Zazo

Insights on the 2025 German Elections with Former Ambassador Pier Francesco Zazo

On February 24, 2025, JCU’s Guarini Institute for Public Affairs hosted a discussion of the recent German elections and their impact on EU-Transatlantic Relations, with former Italian Ambassador to Ukraine, Pier Francesco Zazo, as guest speaker.

The 2024 Irish General Elections and Their Global Consequences with Dr. Kathryn Simpson

The 2024 Irish General Elections and Their Global Consequences with Dr. Kathryn Simpson

Dr. Kathryn Simpson discusses key results of the 2024 Irish General Election, the major political shifts, and their global consequences.

Nothing Better: Meet International Affairs Major Kayla Muller

Nothing Better: Meet International Affairs Major Kayla Muller

Kayla Muller is an International Affairs major from Bend, Oregon. She is the editor-in-chief of the JCU student-run newspaper, The Matthew, and is the first RA representative for Student Government.

JCU Welcomes U.S. Diplomat and Chargé d’Affaires Rodney Hunter

JCU Welcomes U.S. Diplomat and Chargé d’Affaires Rodney Hunter

On February 6th, JCU had the honor of welcoming Rodney Hunter, Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Mission to the UN Agencies in Rome, as a guest speaker for students of the M.A. in International Affairs. The talk was part of the Practicum in International Affairs course.

Beyond the Great Wall with China Historian John Delury

Beyond the Great Wall with China Historian John Delury

A historian of modern China and expert on East Asia, Visiting Professor John Delury focuses on US-China relations and the Korean peninsula.

Liberal Democracy Revisited: JCU Hosts 3-day International Conference

Liberal Democracy Revisited: JCU Hosts 3-day International Conference

This three-day international conference on the current challenges of liberal democracies was organized by Reset-Dialogue on Civilizations in collaboration with JCU. Reset is an independent organization committed to fostering research on international relations, cultural and religious pluralism, and advancements of human rights.

Making Every Moment Matter with Student Vittoria Caroli 

Making Every Moment Matter with Student Vittoria Caroli 

With the hopes of one day becoming a journalist, Vittoria continues to find opportunity in every aspect of her life and appreciate every experience.

Let Your Light Shine: Meet Political Science Major Skyla Katenga

Let Your Light Shine: Meet Political Science Major Skyla Katenga

Skyla is a Malawian-South African senior student majoring in Political Science with a minor in Legal Studies. At JCU, she is the president of the Black and African Student Association (BASA), which has several events in store for Black History Month in February.

Meet Communications Alumna Alice Finno

Meet Communications Alumna Alice Finno

Alice graduated in 2022 as a Communications major with an International Affairs minor. She is currently pursuing an M.S. in Journalism at Columbia University. At JCU, she was part of the editorial staff of student led The Matthew and events coordinator for the Grassroots club.

JCU Hosts Presidential Lecture “The Election Effect: Insights and Implications for Tomorrow” 

JCU Hosts Presidential Lecture “The Election Effect: Insights and Implications for Tomorrow” 

John Cabot University hosted a Presidential Lecture titled “The US Elections: Insights and Implications for Tomorrow,” organized by the Frank J. Guarini School of Business.

Two JCU Alumni Present Research Paper at 2024 Conference on Social Robotics +AI in Denmark

Two JCU Alumni Present Research Paper at 2024 Conference on Social Robotics +AI in Denmark

JCU alumni Luisa Porzio and Anthony Tricarico, both Class of 2023, have recently travelled to Odense, Denmark to present their independent study research paper at the Conference on Social Robotics +AI (ICSR), alongside Psychology Professor Merel Keijsers.

Equality and Ideology in Changing Societies: Alumnus Davide Orsitto Presents New Book

Equality and Ideology in Changing Societies: Alumnus Davide Orsitto Presents New Book

On November 18th, JCU hosted the launch of Alumnus Davide Orsitto’s first book, "Varieties of Equality in European Welfare States: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Redistribution."

Professor Driessen Presents Research at International Conference on Humanitarian Islam in Indonesia

Professor Driessen Presents Research at International Conference on Humanitarian Islam in Indonesia

Professor Michael Driessen, Director of the International Affairs MA at JCU, recently travelled to Indonesia to present his research at the international conference titled “Nahdlatul Ulama and Humanitarian Islam.”

JCU Students Participate in 2024 Edition of World Food Forum at FAO Headquarters in Rome 

JCU Students Participate in 2024 Edition of World Food Forum at FAO Headquarters in Rome 

From October 14th to October 18th, a delegation of 40 students from John Cabot University attended the 2024 edition of World Food Forum at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Headquarters in Rome.

JCU Students Participate in History of Lithuanian Diplomacy Event

JCU Students Participate in History of Lithuanian Diplomacy Event

On November 12, 2024, a delegation of JCU students attended the “Conclusive Ceremony of The Lozoraitis Year for the History of Lithuanian Diplomacy Abroad,” at the Camera dei Deputati Library “Nilde Iotti.”