Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies

09/18/2026

In case you missed the memo the Student Ambassadors are back!

Our ambassadors are here to answer all your questions, give you their personal takes about the school, and inspire you to get the most out of your Hamilton Lugar degree!

09/17/2026

Last season on Global Development
Consulting...

Want to make real-world impact while also building experience in consulting on an international scale? Or maybe you’re looking to add data management, Microsoft Suite, and communication to your resume? GDC is where it all starts.

The GDC Call Out meeting is today at 5:30PM GA2134

& September 21 at 12:30PM, GA 3134.
Applications for Spring 2027 are open through October 10.

Apply here🔗 https://forms.gle/qczEkncHAHESBJFY7

09/16/2026

How the future looks when you apply to study abroad 🗓️📩

Find your program and apply by Feb 1 to spend the fall semester/ next academic year in your dream city!🌆

Check out 🔗go.iu.edu/iuabroad

09/15/2026

Conference of Parties Explained🧠

Introducing our COP31 student delegates

Did you know you could participate in the next Conference of Parties through the Hamilton Lugar student delegation?

Conduct meaningful climate research, listen to experts in the field, and learn about the climate talks happening on a global scale when you apply.

Follow along our COP series to see everything the conference has to offer & look out for the call out meeting in the spring!

09/14/2026

3 ways to improve your resume ASAP:

You’ve probably heard the resume formula at this point, so instead we’re here to give you some actionable tips that you can use as soon as you’re ready.

1. Diplomacy Lab deadline is September 29:
🔗https://diplomacylab.indiana.edu

2. Apply for the DC Policy Forum by October 15 Hamilton Lugar Washington, D.C. Global Policy Program:
🔗 https://hls.indiana.edu/careers/dc-global-policy-program/index.html

3. Join HLS Student Government
Deadline September 18:
🔗https://forms.gle/bma8c6UuZuJBsJoH8

09/12/2026

🚨Professional Development Opportunity🚨

Interested in conducting real-world policy research for the U.S. Department of State?

The Diplomacy Lab program is now accepting student interest for the Spring 2027 cycle.



Diplomacy Lab is a partnership between Indiana University and the U.S. Department of State that allows student research teams to serve as direct consultants on active foreign policy, technical, and regional challenges.

How You Can Participate:

•Form or Join a Team: Work in dedicated, cross-disciplinary teams of 3 to 4 students.

•Partner with a Faculty Lead: Work alongside an IU faculty mentor who will formally submit your project bid and guide your research.

•Earn Course Credit: Earn 1–3 credit hours (e.g., SGIS-S 350) during the Spring 2027 term.

•Build Professional Deliverables: Conduct 100% open-source intelligence (OSINT) research to deliver a 15-page Policy Memorandum and a 10-slide Executive Presentation Deck directly to State Department officials.

This is an amazing opportunity to turn your academic knowledge into real-life experience

Get started here:
🔗 https://diplomacylab.indiana.edu/index.html

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09/11/2026

Our short-term study abroad in Belgium not only lets you experience a beautiful sunset, but also democracy in action.

If you’re looking for first hand experience with the inner workings of the European Union (EU) this is for you.

•10 days in Brussels Belgium in the summer
•Visit a range of EU institutions and take meetings with EU civil servants
•The pre-req EURO-W206 “Citizenship and Identity in the European Union” in the spring semester

Check out the different study abroad programs IU has to offer 🔗go.iu.edu/iuabroad

09/10/2026

Study techniques you thought were helping you but are actually hurting you

Since we’re getting further along into the semester, let’s debunk some studying myths and how to optimize your time reading that 100+ page assignment.

Key takeaways aways:
- review often in small increments: divide and conquer
- just go to sleep: if your brain is fried it’s not going to help you on the test
- instead of memorizing, try teaching the concept to a friend
- don’t spend too much time stuck on one topic

09/09/2026

Things I’d do if I went back to undergrad (part 2)

1. Treat coffee hours as your built-in social activity (every Tuesday morning in the GlSB Global Lounge)

2. Diplomacy Lab Recruiting event is September 11! 11:30-1:00PM register at 🔗 https://events.iu.edu/hls/event/2293876-diplomacy-lab-learn-how-to-serve-as-a-consultant

3. Attend a dinner with Lee Feinstein September 17 and learn how you can intern/study in DC register at 🔗 https://events.iu.edu/hls/event/2296369-your-dc-moment-dinner-with-ambassador-and

09/08/2026

When the short-term study abroad becomes the long-term plan…

Frequently asked questions post study abroad may include:

-how do I sell all my things and move here
-how much is rent here
-how do I stay here

It’s not too late to apply to a short-term study abroad program. IU offers 380+ study abroad opportunities where you can gain language experience, credits towards your degree, or internship experience!

…and all you have to do is decide where you want to go

🚨Upcoming deadlines for short-term study abroad are November 1🚨

Check out 🔗go.iu.edu/iuabroad

for the option that makes the most sense for you!