Program | President Trump Abroad and a New US Foreign Policy | Jun 28
Join the World Affairs Council for our Global Dialogue conversation on the question of America’s position in the world with Ambassador Ronald Schlicher and Ambassador Charles Bowers, both retired career US Foreign Service Officers with decades of diplomatic service in the State Department and overseas.
Event | Business Luncheon: Hong Kong Under Chinese Sovereignty | Jun 12
The Tennessee World Affairs Council regularly provides information on events in our community related to international affairs as a public service to our members and visitors. You can contact the […]
Program | 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.”
“What in the World?” Quiz – Week of May 28-June 3, 2017
Welcome to this week’s edition of the Tennessee World Affairs Council’s “What in the World?” Quiz.
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.