In partnership with Belmont University and The Center for Global Citizenship Election 2024 Panel (Town Hall) The upcoming Presidential election is historic in so many ways, and historically divisive in terms of the campaigns being waged and the narrow margins likely in the battleground states that will determine the ultimate outcome. Our very distinguished group of panelists...Read More
Stabilizing US-China Relations in a Time of Tension In partnership with Belmont University and The Center for Global Citizenship Ambassador Randt first visited Beijing in 1974 and has witnessed the monumental changes that have occurred. That the US and China have profound differences is hardly surprising considering China’s different national circumstances, 5,000 years of history,...Read More
presents Reform in Central Asia: Shifting Frameworks and Dynamics Speaker: Mark Reese began his thirty-year career in Central Asia as the first Peace Corps volunteer to serve in Kokand, Uzbekistan, from 1994-1996. Through the University of Washington, he subsequently established and managed a Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs program centered around Islamic studies and...Read More
Presents New International Horizons Douglas Kreulen addresses Nashville International Airport’s expansion plans and its role in fostering new international connections, highlighting opportunities for economic growth and cultural exchange through enhanced air connectivity, contributing to Nashville’s global standing. Speaker: DOUGLAS KREULEN Doug Kreulen joined the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority in 2012 and was named president &...Read More
The dialog between the President and CEO of the World Affairs Council of America (WACA), Matthew Hughes, and Hon. Karl Dean, will verse around the importance of WACA and all 90 World Affairs Council in engaging the public and leaders in global affairs in an age of rapidly shifting international order. At the center...Read More
In partnership with The Stimson Center, the University of Tennessee Knoxville, and The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, presents “The Importance and the Impact of the Strategic Partnership between the US and South Korea” Join us for a panel discussion on the status, future, and importance of the upgraded alliance between the US and South...Read More
The Tennessee World Affairs Council International Careers Panel via Zoom PANELISTS: Dr. Sarah F. Gardial, Louis Fintor, Penelope Thomas, Soo Koo MODERATOR: Dr. Gretchen Neisler Do you wonder what jobs and careers there are in international affairs? There’s more than you think. Every Fall and Spring the World Affairs Council assembles diplomats, business...Read More
The Tennessee World Affairs Council presents: Global Eats – A Tour to International Cuisines with guide: Anas Saba Nashville Hidden Gems Saturday, March 16, 2024 | 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Plaza Mariachi – 3955 Nolensville Pike, Nashville TN Join us for our popular “Global Eats” excursion through a part of Music...Read More
The Tennessee World Affairs Council presents: Global Nashville with Karl Dean: Conversation with Dr. Sarah Gardial Dean, Belmont University Massey School of Business Friday, March 1, 2024 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. About the Speaker: Sarah Fisher Gardial, PhD Dean, Jack C. Massey College of Business Sarah Fisher Gardial joined Belmont University...Read More
The Tennessee World Affairs Council seeks to expand civic conversations so the community can be informed and engaged on important issues of the day. One issue for discussion is the United States Foreign Service and the role and function of diplomacy to advance America’s interests abroad. To bring this conversation to our community TNWAC is...Read More