[Issues and Perspectives] U.S. Refugee Policy in the Trump Era: Changes and Impacts on Women and Children

On December 04, 2019, SNU GSIS invited SooKyung Nam Vitale, a Senior Staff Attorney from Legal Services NYC, to speak at on Issues and Perspectives Seminar with the title of “U.S. Refugee Policy in the Trump Era: Changes and Impacts on Women and Children”. Sponsored by Toyota Motor Korea, the Issues and Perspectives Seminar series put on by SNU GSIS in order to discuss timely global issues, U.S. Refugee Policy. In the seminar, the lecturer broadly covered U.S Refugee Law, the definition of refugee and the five grounds for persecution. She shared the story of the violence against women in Honduras and epidemic violence against Women and Girls. Also she examined the current issues to U.S. Refugee policy under the Trump era, including ‘Matter of A-B- decision’, ‘Migrant Protection Protocols’ and ‘Safe Third Country Agreements’.

2019-12-06

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[EU Centre] EU Grand Strategy

As a part of the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence program and with the support of KIEP, a special lecture was hosted by the EU Centre on November 21st 2019. The lecture was given by Professor Sven Biscop of Ghent University. Professor Sven Biscop is the director of the Europe in the World Programme of Egmont-Royal institute for International relations and also teaches International Studies at Ghent University. The lecturer spoke about “EU’s Grand Strategy,” focusing on the security issues and the foreign policies of the EU. Through the lecture and discussions with students, topics such as the European Army and the EU’s stance on the Belt and Road Initiative were explained in depth.  

2019-11-29

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[EU Centre] Europe’s Role as a Global Governor and the Liberal International Order

On November 12, 2019, as a part of the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence Program and with the support of KIEP, the EU Centre hosted a Special Lecture by Professor Kolja Raube. Prfoessor Kolja Raube is the Assistant Professor for European Studies at KU Leuven, the Senior Researcher at Levuen Centre for Global Governance Studes as well as the Program Cordinator at the Entre for European Studies at KU Leuven. On this day the professor gave a lecture on “Europe’s Role as a Global Governor and the Liberal International Order.” The Lecture first explained what the liberal international order is and what Europe’s role should be in the changing world order. Students were able to learn more about Europe’s current role now and how it plans to change along with its foreign relations with Asia.

2019-11-29

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[EU Centre] Personal Reminiscence About the Fall of Communism in Central and Eastern Europe in 1989

As part of the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence Program and with the support of KIEP, the EU Centre hosted a special lecture by Mr. Zsolt NÉMETH gave a lecture on his “Personal Reminiscence About the Fall of Communism in Central and Eastern Europe in 1989. Mr. NÉMETH is the Chairman of the parliamentary Committee on Foreign affairs and the head of the Hungarian Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly to the Council of Europe. As Hungary is celebrating its 30 years of peace, the lecture focused on the democratization process of Hungary and also mentioned the similarities between Hungary and Korea. Students were able to get a deeper understanding of the similarities between the two countries and what both sides could learn from each other. Students were able to personally meet the Chairman after the lectures during the lunch session.

2019-11-29

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[DCPP] The 46th International Development Policy Seminar

The 46th International Development Policy Seminar was held on Thursday, Nov. 7th, 2019 in the GL Room. A lecture entitled “Sub-Saharan Africa's Economic Outlook: Recovery Amid Elevated Uncertainty“ was given during the seminar. The lecture was attended by the 11th/12th batch DCPP Students along with other graduate students. The lecture addressed the economic situation of the Sub-Saharan region and analyzed its weakpoints, and provided suggestions for boosting the region's potential for economic growth. Despite the difficult topic, students asked meaningful questions about the research motivation and outcomes.

2019-11-27

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[Campus Asia] Field Trip to Kyungju

On November 1st 2019, Campus Asia students went on a two-day trip to Kyungju. The city was a former capital during the Shilla Dynasty. Students visited Daereungwon, Anapji, Bulguksa to know the Korean history, and feel the ambience of the ancient knowledge. Moreover, students made their own potteries as a souvenir from there. The trip provided a great opportunity to Campus Asia students for experiencing the Korean culture. Also, students enjoyed traditional Korean food to variously engaged in the activities.

2019-11-27

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[Center for Transnational Migration and Social Inclusion] International Conference on Values of Care Work and Social Inclusion

[Center for Transnational Migration and Social Inclusion] International Conference on Values of Care Work and Social Inclusion On October 29, 2019, the Center for Transnational Migration and Social Inclusion, which was officially launched in August of this year under the Institute of International Affairs at SNU GSIS, hosted an international conference on "Values of Care Work and Social Inclusion." Five other institutions joined efforts to lend generous support for this event, including Open Society Foundations, the largest private human rights funder in the world committed to building vibrant and inclusive societies.  The conference brought together researchers and representatives from civil society organizations to share knowledge on the present state of care provisioning in South Korea, learn about the respective challenges for paid and unpaid caregivers, and discuss necessary policy changes that are grounded in recognition of the value of care work. Stories from Thailand, Malaysia, and Colombia enriched the discussion and provided better perspectives to reflect on the case of South Korea. The participants affirmed the need for enhanced cooperation between the research community and civil society so that the actual voices of care workers can be better heard in the process of policymaking. The October 29th conference was held as part of a four-day program comprising two expert workshops and two conferences, which aimed to examine the subject of care in the context of solidarity and social inclusion. The Center, under the directorship of Professor Ki-Soo Eun of SNU GSIS, has been conducting research with a broad network of scholars for the Care Work and the Economy Project (American University) to achieve a deeper understanding of the nature of care work through the use of innovative measures and methods, and to contribute to the development of tools for shaping relevant macroeconomic and social policies.

2019-11-14

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Graduate School Fair

On November 8, 2019, Graduate School Fair, co-hosted by Association of Professional Schools of Interantional Affairs (APSIA) and SNU GSIS, was held in International Conference Hall. With representatives of more than 15 graduate schools participating including Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs, Johns Hopkins University, Princeton University, Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs, Yale Univeristy, this event convened many undergraduate and other graduate students who showed their interest. Many participants explored the question of academic opportunities and learned about their graduate school options that best fit one's academic and professional goals.

2019-11-08

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Press Release_Kavita Nandini Ramdas

Ms. Kavita Nandini Ramdas, a Director of Women’s Rights Program in Open Society Foundation, who spoke on Issues and Perspectives Seminar with the title of “The Power of the Collective: Women-Led Movements as a Force for Change” on October 28, 2019 at SNU GSIS,  had an interview with 주간동아. To learn more, check the link below:  https://news.v.daum.net/v/20191103110133870

2019-11-05

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[Global Strategy Seminar] Understanding the Indo-Pacific through Japan’s Regional Role: Implications for Korea

“Understanding the Indo-Pacific through Japan’s Regional Role: Implications for Korea” - Date: October 30 (Wed), 15:00-17:00 - Location: Global Strategy Room (Building 140-1, #201), GSIS SNU - Hosted by: Institute of International Affairs (IIA) - Language: English   On October 30 (Wed), 2019, Institute of International Affairs (IIA), GSIS SNU, invited Gordon Flake (Chief Executive Officer at Perth USAsia Center), Kyle Springer (Senior Analyst at Perth USAsia Center), and Tomoo Kikuchi (Associate Professor, Korea University) to speak at the Global Strategy Seminar, entitled, “Understanding the Indo-Pacific through Japan’s Regional Role: Implications for Korea.” The session was moderated by Cheol-hee Park, Director of IIA and Professor at SNU GSIS. The seminar dealt with the topics on Indo-Pacific, South Korea's presence and role in the initiative, as well as the issues addressed in the speakers' recent 2019 publication, Implementing the Indo-Pacific Japan’s Region Building Initiatives (Edited Volume by Kyle Springer on 26 August 2019, Perth USAsia Centre). 

2019-11-04

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