Paul Bratt
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Jessica Soto Smith
2011 Graduate at the Buffett Institute for Global Studies at Northwestern University, manages the marketing and communication strategy for NCA.
Aing-On Thammarattananon
Assistant to Political Affairs, Royal Thai Embassy in D.C.
David Johnson
Graduate of Georgetown Law School, General Counsel and Strategic Advisor for Shift4
Samuel Yocca
Global Programs Advisor, Georgetown University
News
Robach attends the National Conference of the World Affairs Council as a Student Scholar
Olivia Robach (PLS and IR double major) earned a scholarship to join student scholars from around the US to attend the annual conference of the World Affairs Council in Washington, DC in November 2025.
Dec 3, 2025
Ozinga Starting Law School at Case Western
IR alum Kyla Ozinga is starting law school at Case Western
Sep 16, 2025
IR and PLS Alumni Starting Law School
PLS, IR and Human Rights alum Taylor Bessinger is attending the University of Illinois College of Law
Sep 12, 2025
Diven Honored with Award
Professor Polly Diven received the 2025 Hillman-Orr Award from the World Affairs Council of West Michigan.
Jun 23, 2025
Events
Vote in Kirkhof
October 30, 2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Cast your ballot right on campus with the Allendale Township Satellite Clerk's Office in the Kirkhof Center. Eligible voters can register to vote, update their voter registration, request an absentee...
Election Day Celebration
November 3, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join GVSU Votes!, President Mantella, the Laker Marching Band, the NAACP, and members of the NPHC for an Election Day Celebration and Stroll to the Polls!
Humans in the Lead: Community AI Summit (INT 100/201 Approved)
November 5, 2026 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Humans in the Lead: Community AI Summit Building Trustworthy and Sustainable AI The community AI summit brings together the community, public officials, business leaders, policymakers, community...
Global Community Day (INT 100/201 Approved)
November 5, 2026 3:00 PM - 5:00 AM
Join the Area and Global Studies programs as we cap off Global Horizons Week with a celebration and showcase of cultural diversity at GVSU. If you are interested in learning more about our minor programs...
DEM 101: Post-Election Reflection with the GVSU Center for Civil Discourse
November 11, 2026 6:00 PM
Join the GVSU Center for Civil Discourse for a guided conversation reflecting on the election, its outcomes, and what comes next. Engage in respectful dialogue, share perspectives, and explore how...