Political Science and International Affairs News

The 2016 U.S. Party Conventions and the Impact of Brexit

The 2016 U.S. Party Conventions and the Impact of Brexit

On Tuesday, July 7, the Guarini Institute for Public Affairs organized a panel discussion on the 2016 U.S. Party Conventions and the Impact of Brexit.

President Pavoncello Interviewed by The New York Times on ‘Brexit’ Vote

President Pavoncello Interviewed by The New York Times on ‘Brexit’ Vote

John Cabot University President Franco Pavoncello was interviewed by The New York Times on how European leaders are dealing with the challenges posed by Britain's recent vote to leave the E.U.

Interview with President Pavoncello in USA Today on Mayoral Election

Interview with President Pavoncello in USA Today on Mayoral Election

John Cabot University President Franco Pavoncello was asked by USA Today to comment on the victory of Virginia Raggi, Rome's first female mayor and a member of the Five Star political movement.

Meet Doaa Abdel-Motaal, Member of Guarini Institute for Public Affairs

Meet Doaa Abdel-Motaal, Member of Guarini Institute for Public Affairs

An environment and climate change expert, Dr. Abdel-Motaal traveled through the Antarctic and the Arctic and published the book Antartica: The Battle for the Seventh Continent (Praeger, 2016).

Lunch Welcoming Ambassadors and Cultural Attachés from 40 Countries

Lunch Welcoming Ambassadors and Cultural Attachés from 40 Countries

John Cabot University hosted an Ambassadors Lunch on Monday, June 6, welcoming 40 ambassadors, cultural attachés, and embassy representatives to the Guarini campus in Rome.

Welcome New Professor Dr. Seth N. Jaffe

Welcome New Professor Dr. Seth N. Jaffe

John Cabot University is pleased to welcome new professor of Political Science and Dr. Seth N. Jaffe International Affairs, Dr. Seth N. Jaffe, who will begin teaching in January 2017.

Prof. Argentieri About US-Cuba Relations

Prof. Argentieri About US-Cuba Relations

Last month, Political Science Professor Federigo Argentieri was invited to present his point of view regarding US-Cuba relations to the monthly meeting organized in a Roman hotel by Mediatrends America, an independent press association.

JCU’s Summer School on Migration and Human Rights

JCU’s Summer School on Migration and Human Rights

John Cabot University and the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) are pleased to announce the fifth edition of the Summer School on Human Rights.

JCU Alumnus Leonardo Quattrucci Published in “Il Sole 24 Ore” Blog

JCU Alumnus Leonardo Quattrucci Published in “Il Sole 24 Ore” Blog

Leonardo is the youngest policy adviser at the European Political Strategy Centre.

Learning Outside of the Classroom: JCU Community Service

Learning Outside of the Classroom: JCU Community Service

Through the Community Service Program, JCU students of all majors have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the local community while cultivating a sense of social responsibility, and experiencing personal growth.

JCU 2016 Student Awards Winners

JCU 2016 Student Awards Winners

On Tuesday, April 19, 2016, John Cabot University students, faculty and staff gathered on the Secchia Terrace for the annual Student Award Ceremony. The awards, presented by President Franco Pavoncello and by the Vice President and Dean of Academic Affairs Mary Merva, are in recognition of academic and service excellence.

Is the American Century Over? JCU Welcomes Professor Joseph Nye

Is the American Century Over? JCU Welcomes Professor Joseph Nye

Professor Nye is Distinguished Service Professor at Harvard University, and former Dean of the John F. Kennedy School of Government.

Prof. Abdolmohammadi Presents New Book on Modern Iran

Prof. Abdolmohammadi Presents New Book on Modern Iran

On April 13, Political Science Professor Pejman Abdolmohammadi presented "Modern Iran: Internal and International Challenges of a Strategic Country."

Student Viktor Sobra Delseny Wins Award at CWMUN

Student Viktor Sobra Delseny Wins Award at CWMUN

Student Viktor Sobra Delseny, an International Affairs major from Perpignan, France, won an Honorable Mention at the New York Change the World Model United Nations (CWMUN) Conference.

Student Laura Di Girolamo Wins Honorable Mention at Harvard’s WMUN

Student Laura Di Girolamo Wins Honorable Mention at Harvard’s WMUN

Student Laura Di Girolamo, a Political Science major from Chile, won an Honorable Mention at Harvard's World Model United Nations, held in Rome on March 14-18.

Student Chiara Marrocco Chairs Harvard WorldMUN

Student Chiara Marrocco Chairs Harvard WorldMUN

Chiara Marrocco is a junior at John Cabot University. She recently acted as one of the Chairs in Harvard’s World Model United Nations, recently held in Rome. We asked her about her experience.

Syrian Peace Talks Discussed at JCU International Relations Society

Syrian Peace Talks Discussed at JCU International Relations Society

On March 17, students and faculty joined the International Relations Society to discuss the Syrian peace talks at the latest installment of "Pizza and Politics."

The Democratic Horizon: Discussion with Author Alessandro Ferrara

The Democratic Horizon: Discussion with Author Alessandro Ferrara

On Monday, March 14, The Guarini Institute for Public Affairs, along with the JCU Think! Philosophy Club and the Department of History and Humanities, hosted a panel discussion on Alessandro Ferrara’s book The Democratic Horizon.

IFS Hosts “Super Tuesday” Election Result Discussion

IFS Hosts “Super Tuesday” Election Result Discussion

The JCU International Affairs Society welcomed political science professors Jackie Norris and Diane Maye for a discussion of the results of the March 1 presidential primaries.

Professor Driessen Comments on “Super Tuesday” Elections

Professor Driessen Comments on “Super Tuesday” Elections

Prof. Driessen is currently Chair of the Department of Political Science and and International Affairs.