“What in the World” Quiz | Dec 21
Good morning and welcome to the December 21, 2015 edition of the Tennessee World Affairs Council’s “What in the World” Quiz. Check your global affairs awareness with these ten questions taken […]
Global Focus – Rami Khouri – Crises in the Middle East (Transcript & Video) – Redux
TNWAC’s Global Focus talked with distinguished columnist, author, scholar and commentator Rami Khouri from the American University in Beirut about the crises sweeping the Middle East. From the Islamic State terrorists to the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians Mr. Khouri provided insights and perspectives on these critical national security and foreign policy issues. (Originally posted in August 2014 — reposted in November 2015)
Meet the October “What in the World” Quiz Prize Winner
The Tennessee World Affairs Council launched the “What in the World” current events quiz this week as part of its educational outreach programs aimed to inspire greater interest in global developments.
World Affairs Council Announces 2015-2016 Academic WorldQuest HS Program
The TN WAC is organizing a WorldQuest competition for Tennessee high school students to encourage global affairs awareness education.
World Affairs Council Outreach Aims at Nashville Schools
The Tennessee World Affairs Council joined dozens of businesses and nonprofits that came together yesterday for the annual Pencil Foundation “Summit” to advance community support for Metro Nashville Public Schools.
Register | Conference Call – Author Nina Ansary on “Untold Story of Women in Iran”
You’re invited! WACA’s July Cover to Cover Author Series features journalist Nina Ansary on her new book, Jewels of Allah: The Untold Story of Women in Iran. The call will be held Tuesday, July 14, at 2:00 PM ET.
National Conference | America & The World – Vali Nasr Opening Keynote
TNWAC is pleased to provide transcripts from the 2014 World Affairs Councils of America National Conference in Washington, DC. The opening keynote remarks from Dr. Vali Nasr, moderated by Amb Paula Dobriansky set the scene for two days of symposia addressing “America and the World.”
Global Focus – “America and the World” Panel (Video)
The Tennessee World Affairs Council’s Global Focus Webcast on Sep. 24 addressed “America and the World.” The distinguished panel included Ambassador Dick Bowers, Angela Weck, Susan Haynes and Patrick Ryan. Here is the video and audio from the Webcast.
Global Focus – Rami Khouri – Aug 20, 2014 – Crises in the Middle East (Transcript)
TNWAC’s Global Focus talked with distinguished columnist, author, scholar and commentator Rami Khouri from the American University in Beirut about the crises sweeping the Middle East. From the Islamic State terrorists to the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians Mr. Khouri provided insights and perspectives on these critical national security and foreign policy issues.
Event | The UN & The World in a Time of Crisis – UNA Luncheon | Aug 23
You’re invited to the Nashville UN Association’s summer luncheon on August 23rd to hear UNA-USA Executive Director Chris Whatley talk on the topic “The United Nations and the World in a Time of Crisis.” Register NOW.