Watch: Prof. Kathryn Stoner delivers this year’s Mark Zacher Distinguished Speaker Lecture
Mark Zacher Distinguished Speaker Prof. Kathryn Stoner presented a lecture titled, “Russia’s War on Ukraine: What You Should Know and Why You Should (Still) Care,” discussing why Russian President Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine in February 2022, what he wants, what damage he has inflicted on Ukraine, and how this impacts Russia’s economic and political evolution.
Q&A: Prof. Xiaojun Li discusses the findings of his latest research on Chinese public opinion
In his latest work, “Unpacking “the West”: Divergence and Asymmetry in Chinese Public Attitudes Towards Europe and the United States”, Prof. Li conducts extensive survey research to assess Chinese public opinion and shed new light on a previously one-sided conversation.
Watch: Conference on French-German Relations 60 Years after the Élysée Treaty
On February 23, we hosted a conference evaluating the relevance of the Élysée Treaty in times of political-economic turbulences and war.
Registrations open for the first pan-Canadian Model European Union
The Delegation of the European Union to Canada has announced the launch of the first pan-Canadian Model European Union simulation that will take place in Ottawa from 5-7 May 2023. Students can email Professor Kurt Huebner to apply to attend.
Prof. Antje Ellermann awarded the Charles H. Levine Memorial Book Prize
“Prof. Antje Ellermann offers a fascinating and insightful investigation into the diversity of immigration policy choices, and the causes of policy change or persistence over time and across jurisdictions. A masterful achievement and a must-read for immigration scholars, political and policy scientists, institutionalists, and policy makers,” from the official announcement.
Study abroad through our POLI 326 European Study Tour Research Seminar
This field school will offer on‐site visits of all critical institutions of the European Union (European Commission: European Parliament, European Central Bank, European Court of Justice) as well as NATO, the Canadian Embassy in Brussels, and some carefully selected NGOs. Students will have seminars with representatives of all these institutions.
Win a one-week study trip to Brussels: join the Schuman Challenge 2022’s essay competition
The Schuman Challenge is open to university students at all academic levels—undergrad, postgrad and doctoral studies. To participate, entrants must write a short essay on the following topic: Paradigm shift? What does the EU’s response to the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine mean for the future of its foreign policy?
Prof. Max Cameron quoted on Mélanie Joly discussing Ukraine and Venezuela at Americas summit
Speaking specifically about the country’s involvement in Ukraine, Cameron said “it doesn’t seem as if the (Canadian) government has been particularly proactive in the diplomatic context in the Western Hemisphere, or in other spheres…”
Op-Ed: Prof. Michael Byers discusses Norway’s “balancing act” amidst war in Ukraine
“The Norwegian military is on high alert,” writes Prof. Cameron, noting the dangers of Russian armies so close to the country’s borders. Still, their exports go to support European countries holding out against Russia, leading to a dangerous balancing act.
Prof. Lisa Sundstrom quoted in article about Russian, Ukrainian, and US leaders’ influence in Ukrainian war
Prof. Lisa Sundstrom says that during the recent UN General Assembly, “Zelenskyy had the air of a man who had no appetite for conceding anything.” His proposal of a five-point plan for peace shows his justified defiance, she highlights.