Global Hotspots Speaker Series Now Available Online

Global Hot Spots was co-sponsored by the Division of International Studies and the Wisconsin Alumni Association.

Russian Elections – March 7, 2008 This lecture focuses on the Russian presidential elections in the spring of 2008. Professor Robert Kaiser, on-site in Madison, gives a brief, general overview of Russian politics. Professor Scott Gelbach, via live phone link from Moscow, shares his first-hand observations about the campaign, candidates and the elections offers his analysis of their significance and future implications. Listen online
A Defiant Sudan – December 7, 2007 Sharon Hutchinson, professor of anthropology
Explore the complex mix of domestic and international politics behind the Sudanese government, and the evolving patterns of military violence in Darfur.
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The Rise of China as a World Power – November 9, 2007 Ed Friendman, professor of political science
Consider whether China’s rise to power will prove to be a flash in the pan or a major world-changing event with future impact.
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The Looming Sunni-Shi’i Conflict – October 5, 2007 Uli Schamiloglu, program director of the Middle East Studies Program and Central Asian Studies Learn more about Middle Eastern geography and leadership, and consider the role of theU.S. in shaping foreign policy.
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The UW–Madison as a Global University – September 7, 2007 Gilles Bousquet, dean of international studies Explore how partnerships and research networks are helping to address global issues and redefining higher education around the world. Listen online