You are here: American University News Topics International

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol

International ·

Six Questions About South Korea and Martial Law

SIS professor Ji-Young Lee discusses South Korea’s short-lived martial law declaration, its historical importance, and possible future impacts.
Full Story

Rolls of international currency

International ·

Understanding Trump Tariffs 2.0

President-elect Donald Trump has promised to impose a new slate of tariffs as soon as he enters office in January 2025. We asked SIS professor Michael Stanaitis to explain how tariffs work and what they mean for the US economy.
Full Story

International Criminal Court Sign

International ·

What Do ICC Arrest Warrants Mean for Israel and the War in Gaza?

We asked SIS professor Boaz Atzili to explain the reasoning behind the ICC’s recent issuing of arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders and the possible impact it could have on Israel and the war itself.
Full Story

Swedish flag waving against sky blue background

International ·

Sweden in NATO: The Collapse of Russia's Foreign Policy

After nearly two centuries of neutrality, Sweden has joined NATO. What response can we expect from Russia?
Full Story

Cemetery in Halabja

International ·

The Real Impact of Chemical Warfare

Barzani Scholar-in-Residence and Director of the Global Kurdish Initiative for Peace Yerevan Saeed discusses the impact of chemical attacks, including the one that he survived.
Full Story

Chess pieces with the American, Ukrainian, and Russian flags

International ·

What Ukraine Can Now Do With Longer-Range Missiles

The outgoing Biden administration has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.- supplied longer-range missiles to strike deeper into Russia territory, according to reports citing White House officials.
Full Story

First Generation College Celebration graduate silhouettes

International ·

Breaking Barriers: First-Generation MAIR and MIS Students Excel at SIS

Breaking Barriers: First-Generation MAIR and MIS Students Excel at SIS
Full Story

A woman holds a candle toward a decorative table

International ·

What to Know About Diwali

SIS professor Malini Ranganathan answers questions about the history and significance of Diwali, the festival of lights.
Full Story

volunteers painting a wall

International ·

Navigating Intentions in the Voluntourism Industry

Voluntourism is supposed to offer a way to explore the world while giving back to local communities, however, the industry has found itself embroiled in ethical concerns. AU instead seeks a global service-learning approach.
Full Story

left to right: Alessandra Ravelo, Claudia Blount, and Roger Reyes

International ·

Mentoring Program Creates a 'Pipeline of Latino and Hispanic Excellence'

In honor of National Mentoring Day on October 27, SIS celebrates the importance of mentorship to both mentees and mentors within the Latino and Hispanic communities.
Full Story