Event Calendar

The Burkle Center hosts a variety of events that serve to increase public awareness about critical issues in international relations and to create a hub for intellectual dialogue and debate.

2008

Burkle Talk:  Professor Deborah Avant on Blackwater

Burkle Talk: Professor Deborah Avant on Blackwater

Thursday, January 24, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
4357 Bunche Hall

On January 24th Professor Deborah Avant from UC Irvine will discuss her recent paper, "What Does Private Security in Iraq Mean for US Democracy at Home?"

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Burkle Talk: Stanford Law Professor David Victor on Climate Change

Burkle Talk: Stanford Law Professor David Victor on Climate Change

Friday, February 01, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
UCLA Bunche Hall, Rm. 10383

Professor of Law at Stanford University, David Victor, will discuss his recent work on Climate Change.

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A Conversation with Wesley K. Clark

A Conversation with Wesley K. Clark

Monday, February 11, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
School of Public Affairs Bldg.

Join us for a lunchtime Q & A session with Gen. Wesley K. Clark (ret.), Senior Fellow, UCLA Burkle Center; Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander, Europe; and 2004 Democratic Presidential Candidate.

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The Rise of Asia in the 21st Century: Can America Handle the Challenge?

The Rise of Asia in the 21st Century: Can America Handle the Challenge?

Tuesday, February 19, 2008
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
UCLA Faculty Center

A lecture by the Hon. Kishore Mahbubani, Singapore's Former UN Ambassador & Dean of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy

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Daniel Pearl Memorial Lecture with NYT's Columnist David Brooks

Daniel Pearl Memorial Lecture with NYT's Columnist David Brooks

Tuesday, February 26, 2008
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Korn Convocation Hall

In cooperation with the Pearl Family, we will be hosting David Brooks to discuss issues of global importance.

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Burkle Conference: U.S. Foreign Policy Toward Rogue States

Burkle Conference: U.S. Foreign Policy Toward Rogue States

Tuesday, March 11, 2008
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
UCLA James West Alumni Center

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Burkle Forum with Dr. Hans Blix: "Time for a Revival of Disarmament?"

Burkle Forum with Dr. Hans Blix: "Time for a Revival of Disarmament?"

Thursday, April 03, 2008
12:00 PM
Kerckhoff Hall Grand Salon

Burkle Forums serve the UCLA community by presenting lectures, moderated discussions, panels, and other events featuring internationally renowned scholars, practitioners, and leaders who share their views on the most important international relations issues confronting the U.S. and the world today.

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Burkle Talk: Former Ambassador Kurtzer and Scott Lasensky

Burkle Talk: Former Ambassador Kurtzer and Scott Lasensky

Wednesday, April 16, 2008
12:30 PM - 1:45 PM
Haines 39

Join us for a Burkle Talk by the co-authors of "Negotiating Arab-Israeli Peace: American Leadership in the Middle East."

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Brodie Distinguished Lecture on the Conditions of Peace by U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Zalmay Khalilzad

Brodie Distinguished Lecture on the Conditions of Peace by U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Zalmay Khalilzad

Tuesday, May 06, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
James West Alumni Center Conf. Room

Established in 1980, the Bernard Brodie Distinguished Lecture on the Conditions of Peace celebrates the memory of Bernard Brodie as an eminent scholar and teacher. This annual lecture series provides a special forum for dignitaries and scholars of politics, strategy, warfare, and peace to present their views to the UCLA community and the public.

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Colloquium, US Foreign Policy: Continuity or Rupture?

Monday, May 12, 2008
2:00 PM - 5:30 PM
History Conference Room

This event is co-sponsored by the Burkle Center and is part of an Annual Colloquium Series by the Center for Social Theory and Comparative History.

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Harberger Lecture with Regents Professor and Burkle Senior Fellow Dr. Suphamongkhon

Harberger Lecture with Regents Professor and Burkle Senior Fellow Dr. Suphamongkhon

Monday, May 19, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Kerckhoff Hall Grand Salon

The Annual Arnold C. Harberger Distinguished Lecture on Economic Development celebrates Al Harberger as an eminent scholar and teacher. The lectures provide a special forum for outstanding students of international economics and policy to present their thoughts and research on issues like those that Harberger himself has addressed. This year's topic is "Globalization: A Blessing or a Curse? A Thai Experience."

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May 29th - International Careers: Advice on Building Your Career

May 29th - International Careers: Advice on Building Your Career

Thursday, May 29, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Kerckhof Hall State Rooms

The Burkle Center presents an opportunity for students to hear leaders in the field of international affairs speak candidly about what they did after graduation and how todays recent graduates can prepare for a career in international affairs.

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Anderson Forecast: Globalization and its Effect on the Economy - 9/24

Anderson Forecast: Globalization and its Effect on the Economy - 9/24

Wednesday, September 24, 2008
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ackerman Grand Ballroom UCLA

Co-sponsored with the UCLA Anderson School of Business.

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International Justice: A Lecture By Judge Meron & Gen. Clark

International Justice: A Lecture By Judge Meron & Gen. Clark

Friday, October 03, 2008
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
UCLA Law School

Join us for a public lecture and moderated discussion with Judge Theodor Meron of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia and General Wesley K. Clark (ret.)

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Pursuing Peace: The Role of Mediators & Citizens in Resolving International Conflict

Pursuing Peace: The Role of Mediators & Citizens in Resolving International Conflict

Tuesday, October 07, 2008
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
UCLA Extension

Lecture by Burkle Center Deputy Director Anna Spain for the UCLA Extension Beyond the Headlines Speaking Series.

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UCLA International Institute Open House

Tuesday, October 07, 2008
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
10th and 11th Floors, Bunche Hall

in association with the Dashew Center for International Students and Scholars & the Office of International Education

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IGCC Grant Information Session

IGCC Grant Information Session

Thursday, October 16, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Bunche Hall

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Burkle Talk with Stanford Professor, Stephen Krasner

Burkle Talk with Stanford Professor, Stephen Krasner

Monday, October 27, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Bunche Hall, 10th Floor

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International Human Rights and Sudan

Thursday, November 13, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
UCLA Law School, Room 2467

Join us for a special lunchtime talk about the situation in Sudan and the role of contemporary international justice with two UN officials.

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Burkle Talk with George Washington University Professor James Goldgeier

Burkle Talk with George Washington University Professor James Goldgeier

Friday, November 14, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Bunche Hall, 10th Floor

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International Opportunities Fair

Tuesday, November 18, 2008
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Kerckhoff State Rooms

Learn about opportunities for international studies, careers, and fellowships in celebration of International Education Week

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International Career Panel

International Career Panel

Wednesday, November 19, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Ackerman Union 2nd Floor Lounge

The Burkle Center sponsors international career panels to provide insight about various professions and guidance on how recent graduates can prepare for an international career.

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Burkle Forum with Former Pres. of Peru Alejandro Toledo: "Global Financial Crisis & the Fight Against Poverty"

Burkle Forum with Former Pres. of Peru Alejandro Toledo: "Global Financial Crisis & the Fight Against Poverty"

Tuesday, December 02, 2008
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
UCLA Royce Hall Room 314

Co-sponsored by the Latin American Institute and the Burkle Center, this lecture is part of the Burkle Forum series to serve the UCLA community by presenting lectures, moderated discussions, panels, and other events featuring internationally renowned scholars, practitioners, and leaders who share their views on the most important international relations issues confronting the U.S. and the world today.

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