Weekly World News Update – May 31, 2017
Every week the World Affairs Councils of America office in Washington provides a helpful summary of news and analyses to help you navigate the issues and challenges on the international landscape. This is one more benefit made possible by your support of the World Affairs Council.
Event | Tennessee-Japan Winning Partnerships – JAST Annual Meeting | Jun 16
Please join JAST members and guests at the Nashville Airport Marriott with Honorary Co-chair Consul General of Japan in Nashville Masami Kinefuchi and Japan-connected business leaders from across the state.
Event | “Yakishime” – Exhibition of Japanese Ceramic Artwork Dating to 12th Century
Visit the Watkins College of Art between June 5-30 to experience “Yakishime – Earth Metamorphosis,” an exhibit of Japanese objets d’art — ceramics dating from the 12th century, on display for the first time in Nashville.
Event | “Yakishime” – Exhibition of Japanese Ceramic Artwork Dating to 12th Century
Visit the Watkins College of Art between June 5-30 to experience “Yakishime – Earth Metamorphosis,” an exhibit of Japanese objets d’art — ceramics dating from the 12th century, on display for the first time in Nashville.
“American Leadership – We Can’t Do It for Free” – Colin Powell
Former Secretary of State Colin Power shares his perspective on the American foreign affairs budget and the impact of cuts on the State Department and foreign assistance programs.
“What in the World?” Quiz – Week of May 21-27, 2017
Welcome to this week’s edition of the Tennessee World Affairs Council’s “What in the World?” Quiz.
Where Do You Get Your News?
World Affairs Council President Patrick Ryan is often asked about credible sources for news on global affairs. Here’s his perspective on where he goes for information.
TNWAC News | May 14-20, 2017
Your weekly summary of news and information from your World Affairs Council will keep you up to date.
Tennessee Global Scholars Recognized
The World Affairs Council awarded Tennessee Global Scholars certificates to four students who completed a variety of extra-curricular global affairs awareness activities during the school year. Are your students working on this recognition?
Mark Your Calendar | Talk to the Author of “Behind the Lines of Jihad” | Jun 13
Mark your calendar so you don’t miss this exciting opportunity to talk with Souad Mekhennet about her experiences confronting radical militants from ISIS and Al Qaeda to tell the story in her book “I Was Told To Come Along: My Journey Behind The Lines of Jihad.”