This past summer in Washington, D.C. was nothing short of transformative. As a diplomatic intern for the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), I had the rare privilege of immersing myself in the political heart of the United States while deepening my understanding of a region whose history, culture, and ongoing struggle for sovereignty have long inspired me.
Read MoreSeton Hall University welcomed Philemon Yang, president of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly, to its World Leaders Forum on April 16, where he delivered a message of global responsibility to the next generation of diplomats and leaders.
Read MoreFor the past two semesters, I have had the privilege of interning with the Potomac Institute for Policy Studies at the International Center for Terrorism Studies (ICTS). ICTS expands its focus beyond terrorism to investigate a broader spectrum of security challenges such as cybercrimes, emerging technologies, transnational organized crime, and hybrid warfare. This comprehensive scope has allowed me to engage deeply with the complex, evolving nature of global security.
Read MoreOn Friday, April 4 at noon in the Diplomacy Room, Seton Hall University’s School of Diplomacy and International Relations students had the opportunity to attend and participate in a discussion with Dr. See Seng Tan of the Center for Foreign Policy Studies, moderated by Professor Ann Marie Murphy. Dr. Tan, who wears many hats including serving as the President and CEO of International Students Inc.; the Research Advisor at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Students; and the Senior Associate at the Centre for Liberal Arts and Social Sciences at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, discussed Southeast Asia’s engagement with the United States during the first Trump administration, and whether engagement with the second Trump administration will differ.
Read MoreOver spring break in March, 2025, 12 graduate and undergraduate students from Seton Hall University’s School of Diplomacy and International Relations traveled to Sierra Leone in West Africa on a study abroad trip led by Professor Fredline M’Cormack-Hale.
Read MoreOn October 22, the Middle Eastern & North African Studies Program and the Department of History hosted a talk by Professor Jonathan Hafetz of the Seton Hall University School of Law that explored the legal issues surrounding Israel’s ongoing war on Gaza. Professor Hafetz examined the principles of jus ad bellum and jus in bello, which concern the right to self-defense and violations of International Humanitarian Law (IHL), and discussed which tribunals have jurisdiction over international crimes committed during the war.
Read MoreOn Monday, October 28, The Diplomatic Envoy welcomed Henry Shuldiner, an investigative journalist at InSight Crime, for an engaging speaker event. Shuldiner, who has reported extensively on organized crime, corruption, and human rights, shared his experiences covering complex security issues in Colombia and the broader Latin America and Caribbean region.
Read MoreOn September 20 and 21, Seton Hall University was represented at the United Nations Summit of the Future Action Days (UNSFAD), through their status on the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). The UNSFAD, which brought together representatives from civil society, the private sector, academia, and Member States, brought forth opportunities for the engagement and inclusion of young people.
Read MoreOn Friday, September 29, the Inspiration to IMPACT Conference took place at Seton Hall University’s University Center to provide a professional development opportunity for student leaders. Hosted by the Office of Student Engagement, these sessions were a place to hear from Seton Hall staff and fellow peers to help all in the audience grow in skills and competencies.
Read MoreSeton Hall Diplomacy Students attend the Summit of the Future Rachel Beck Staff Writer On September 20 and 21, Seton
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