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Fall Quarter Update

Greetings from the UCLA Burkle Center! We began the new academic year with a very successful talk by former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shaukat Aziz, and thank everyone who helped produce this outstanding event! Looking ahead, we have a great line-up of events and invite you to learn more and RSVP online on our website.

As a supporter of the Burkle Center, your attendance at our events and your feedback are invaluable. We encourage you to stay connected and involved, and hope to see you at our next event!

Best Wishes,
The Burkle Center Staff

Recent News

Former Pakistani PM Urges Open Talks on Afghanistan
Institute, October 2009

Burkle Center Podcasts Ranked in the Top Three of International Relations Podcasts Worldwide
ISN Blog, September 2009

Huffington Post Op-Ed by Burkle Center Director Kal Raustiala: "Power in the Post American World"
Huffington Post, September 2009

Burkle Fellow Amy Zegart on KCRW: Prisoner Abuse and National Security
KCRW, August 2009

Tuesday, October 13, 2009
12:00 - 2:00PM; Bunche Hall, 10th & 11th floors

International Institute Open House
Faculty, graduate and undergraduate students are cordially invited to attend the Burkle Center's 2009 Open House, held in conjunction with the UCLA International Institute's Open House. Learn about our Center's exciting Fall Schedule of Events, programs, funding opportunities and internships. Mingle with like-minded colleagues and friends and visit with other regional or thematic Centers hosted by the International Institute on the 10th and 11th floors of Bunche Hall. A light lunch will be provided. No RSVP required.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009
4-5:00pm, Bunche Hall, Rm. 10383

Robert O. Keohane, Professor of International Affairs at Princeton University: "Social Norms and International Relations"
Join us for a lecture by Professor Keohane followed by discussion with members of the UCLA community. Admission is on a space available basis. This event is open to the public. RSVP to this event here.

Thursday, October 22, 2009
8:30-1:30pm, UCLA Covel Commons, Grand Horizon Room

Conference: "Greening the North American Energy Relationship: Building a Stronger US-Canada Environmental Partnership"
Join us for a morning conference with a panel on "Greening our Energy Trading Relationship" and "The Future of US and Canadian Nuclear Power." This conference will also feature a keynote address by Mr. David Suzuki, an award-winning scientist, environmentalist and broadcaster. General admission is on a space available basis. This event is open to the public and registration is free but required. RSVP to this event here.

Wednesday, November 4, 2009
12-1:00pm, UCLA Law School Rm. 1327

Jack Healy, Renowned Human Rights Activist and former Director of Amnesty International - US
Join us for a lunchtime lecture by Jack Healy on his recent human rights efforts in Myanmar, followed by discussion with members of the UCLA community. General admission is on a space available basis. This event is open to the public. RSVP to this event here.

Friday, November 6, 2009
8am-6:30pm, UCLA Faculty Center

1989 Symposium: "Assessing the Collapse of Communism Twenty Years Later"
1989 was a momentous year in the history of Europe and the world. The collapse of communist rule in Eastern Europe set the stage for unprecedented post-socialist “transitions” in the region and for post-Cold War geo-political changes as well. In recognition of the extraordinary events symbolized by the fall of the Berlin Wall twenty years ago, this symposium aims to reflect thoughtfully upon the important political, economic and socio-cultural impacts that have ensued. General admission is on a space available basis. This event is open to the public. RSVP site coming soon.

Monday, November 9, 2009
12-1:00pm, UCLA Anderson School of Management, Collins Center A-202

Ian Bremmer, President of Eurasia Group: "Global Political Risk: Managing Through Economic Castastrophe"
Join us for a lunchtime lecture by Ian Bremmer followed by discussion with members of the UCLA community. General admission is on a space available basis. This event is open to the public. RSVP to this event here.

Audio Podcasts of Past Events

audio podcast iconH.E. Shaukat Aziz, former Prime Minister of Pakistan, on "Afghanistan and Pakistan"

audio podcast iconKal Raustiala, Professor of Law and Director of the Burkle Center, on "Does the Constitution Follow the Flag?"

Listen to these and other event recordings on iTunes.

Announcements

Burkle Center Internships

Intern applications hit a record high this year! We are still reviewing applications and thank everyone who applied. The support was overwhelming and a great way to start the new year!

Belkin Scholarships for Graduate Students

Get an early start on this year's Belkin Memorial Scholarship competition! Applications may be found on our website and are due on Friday, January 29, 2010.

2009-10 winter/spring Intern Applications Due in Nov. 30th

If you missed the deadline for the fall/winter internships program, then apply for our winter/spring program! Repeat applicants are encouraged!

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For more information, please contact:
Ayla Dillard, Program Manager
UCLA Burkle Center for International Relations | 11353 Bunche Hall | Los Angeles, CA 90095-1495
Telephone: 310-206-6365 │ Fax: 310-206-3555
Website: www.international.ucla.edu/burkle
Email: burkle@international.ucla.edu