CLSAS is excited to host events all over the world! Anything from small get-togethers, annual regional events, dinner outings, and game nights to online webinars. If you have an idea or want to host or help plan an event, please contact us at communications@clsas.org.
Upcoming Event(s)
Updated: July 20, 2024
The Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA)
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Online Graduate School Fair: Top graduate schools of international affairs and policy will be online to help young professionals and students find the right masters, mid-career, or PhD program for them.
Register Here
Penn Kemble Forum on Democracy Fellowship Applications
Deadline: July 24, 2024
Drawing on the expertise of foreign policy practitioners, activists, and academic experts, the Forum is an opportunity for rising foreign policy professionals based in the Washington, DC area to share ideas across sectors and explore the role of democracy and human rights within a broader policy and strategic context. We encourage candidates from government, think tanks, media, and the private or non-profit sectors to apply.
Register Here
The Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA)
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Online Graduate School Fair: Top graduate schools of international affairs and policy will be online to help young professionals and students find the right masters, mid-career, or PhD program for them.
Register Here
Each international seminar will bring together passionate CLS alumni for a hands-on and interactive week-long seminar featuring topic experts, site visits, cultural activities, and opportunities designed to foster professional networks of CLS alumni engaged in key U.S./Department of State foreign policy goals.
CLS Media Literacy and Democracy Seminar
Gwangju, South Korea
Dates: October 25 – November 2, 2024, inclusive of travel dates.
CLS STEM Entrepreneurship Seminar
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Dates: December 7 – 14, 2024, inclusive of travel dates.
Learn more and apply here
Past Events
Learn more and RSVP Here
National Security Action Media Training
(training date - pending)
National Security Action is hoping to identify new and exciting voices in the foreign policy space that may not have much or any experience in media – but have the backgrounds to be effective messengers if they were to receive the appropriate support/training.
Register Here
Webinar: Working in African Affairs!
Hosted by: U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Defense
Working in African Affairs! Please join us on Monday, April 29 from 6 - 7 pm ET on Zoom to hear from CLS and Boren alumni who are currently working in roles related to African Affairs.
Free to all prospective students, the Foreign Affairs Virtual Graduate School Fair will connect you directly with representatives at top programs in international affairs, public policy, diplomacy, and political science - all from the comfort of your home, office, phone, or tablet.
Department of Defense and Department of State
joint National Security Strategy Webinar Series.
Next Webinar Topic: Working in European Affairs
When: Tuesday, February 20, 6-7pm ET
Advanced registration is required. While we hope to accommodate everyone who is interested in attending this webinar, registration will be limited to the first 500 registrants. Please register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_B81URA3iS32TEp12vfNu0g
VIRTUAL - Various Dates
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Human Rights, Social Justice, Law - Sept 13
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Development and Conflict Resolution - Sept 21
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Energy, Sustainability, and Climate - Sept 26
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National Security and Global Threats - Oct 17
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Dual Degree Programs - Oct 19
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Business and International Trade - Oct 30
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Science, Technology, and Cybersecurity - Nov 14
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Diplomacy and International Cooperation - Nov 16
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Korean Film Festival - free showings from June 2 - 30
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FREE American Sign Language (ASL) Classes
In-person & Virtual options
In-person Beginning and Intermediate classes will occur at the Northeast Neighborhood Library (330 7th St. NE) on Saturday mornings. Feb 18-May 27.
Virtual classes will be held via Zoom on Mondays at 12 p.m. (Beginning Level) and Thursdays at 7 p.m. (Intermediate Level). Mar 2-May 18
Learn more and sign up here
The theme of this year’s conference will be “Unwrapping Uncertainties: U.S.-China Relations in A Less Flat World”. We have invited experts in the business, education, politics, news, environmental sciences and international relations arenas to speak on various recent US-China related topics. It is an amazing opportunity for students who want to learn more about US-China relations.
All majors are welcome, but students interested in Economics, International politics, and Sino-US relations are strongly encouraged to apply. To apply, simply register at the FORM link below or visit our website at www.dukeunccls.com. The deadline is February 24 at 11:59PM ET. Successful applicants will receive more detailed information about the event venue and speakers.
🇮🇷 27th Annual Films from Iran 🇮🇷
The Festival of Films from Iran returns to the Meyer Auditorium for the first time since 2020. This festival is made possible by the ILEX Foundation. Click HERE.
Mark Your Calendars: 2023 Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund Key Dates and January Career Connections Event
The application for the 2023 Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund (CDAF) opens SOON.
CDAF is a grants competition that awards up to $10,000 to teams of U.S. government-sponsored exchange program alumni to design public service projects that make an impact. Project must relate to one of the following five themes for 2023:
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Strengthening Democratic Institutions & Fighting Disinformation
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Protecting the Environment
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Building Community Through Arts, Sports, Language, and Technology
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Human Rights, Refugees, Migrants
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Fostering Alumni Network Development
APSIA
Diversity Forum
RSVP
This exciting professional development opportunity will help students get to know what the dynamic field of International Affairs has to offer, provide useful tools to strengthen their professional skills, and share helpful resources that can support them in becoming competitive, inspired and empowered as they explore educational and career opportunities.
Jul 16 | 10:00a
GWU | 1957 E. St. NW
Washington DC 20052
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CLSAS Annual
Conference
June 11, 2022
CLS SPARK
CLS Spark is a pilot virtual initiative for U.S. undergraduate students to learn languages essential to America's engagement with the world
Applications due by:
Thursday, May 26, 2022, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time
Apply here
Join us for a virtual networking Happy Hour where we will connect with Department of State professionals, exchange alumni, and representatives of businesses, non-profits, and more!
Tuesday, October 19 (16:30p - 18:30p)
Learn more and RSVP HERE
Career Connections Virtual Happy Hour
Join APSIA for an introductory webinar on best practices when applying for graduate school.
Date: March 16, 2021
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Where: Online
Cost: This event is free.
Register here
APSIA Webinar:
Best Practices in Applying to Graduate School
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International Affairs and Public Policy Graduate School Fair
Date: September 30, 2020
Time: 11:00am - 1:30pm ET
Where: Online
Cost: This event is free.
Register here
APSIA Graduate School Fair (Online)
CLSAS is offering 10 free tickets (admission + tasting) to this event.
Saturday, Nov 23, 2019
16:30 to 20:00
Museum of Food & Drink (Brooklyn, NY)
Learn more and RSVP HERE
Chow: Making the Chinese American Restaurant (NYC)
APSIA is hosting an online graduate school fair for those interested in international careers and graduate programs.
November 21 | 11:00am
APSIA: Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs
Come grab food or coffee at the Corner Bakery Cafe on L Street and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to CLSAS!
1828 L St. NW, Ste 101, Washington, DC
Saturday, November 16, 2019
09:00 to 14:00
More information HERE
CLSAS Food Fundraiser (DC)
Polish your resume and come join us at our first Federal Government Recruitment Event!
July 19 14:30-17:00
2301 L St. NW
Washington, D.C. 20037
Register here!
Federal Govt. Recruitment Event
CLSAS First Annual Conference
The Cox-State Department Diplomacy Seminar is a fully funded, three-day professional exploration program to be held in Washington, D.C., October 2-5, 2019.
Apply Here!
Dept. of State
Cox-State Dept. Diplomacy Seminar
CLS Alumni Society Regional Event
When: March 21, 2019
Where: Cages - 428 Jiangning Lu, Jing'an Sports Centre, 3/F, near Wuding Lu
Shanghai, China
37th Annual Conference on U.S. - Turkish Relations
When: April 14 - 16
Where: Trump Hotel, DC
Volunteer Here!
Volunteer Code: HR453Q
American-Turkish Conference
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
CLS Alumni Society Happy Hour
When: August 17th 7-9PM
Where: Senator Saloon (98 Wuyuan Road near Wulumuqi)
Click here to RSVP
Shanghai, China
CLS, Fulbright, and Gillman Potluck and Picnic.
Millenium Park, Chicago
5:00pm | August 24, 2018
Click here to RSVP
Chicago
General Chamber of Commerce
Oct 30 from 6:00-9:00pm
Where: National Press Club, Washington, D.C.
Click here to RSVP
Chinese-US Dialogue
CLS Alumni Society Happy Hour
When: August 9th 5:30-8PM
Where: Ousia (629 W 57th Street New York, NY 10019)
Click here to RSVP
NYC
CLS Alumni Society Gathering
Silver Pizza near UC Berkley at 4pm
No need to RSVP for this event, just stop on by!
We'd love to hear your ideas for CLSAS, so bring some questions and comments
Berkley, CA
CLS Alumni Society Happy Hour
Stay tuned for an event in Seattle, WA later this year.
RSVP Coming Soon!