Center for International Studies, UST

2026 Young Diplomats and Global Affairs Camp June 1st-5th.

Young Diplomats & Global Student: https://lnkd.in/gtACHyqd

Young Diplomats & Global Parent: https://lnkd.in/gcbnjW7C

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The University of St. Thomas Center for International Studies is asking that you would kindly consider donating to support our International Studies scholarships for UST Giving Day. If you wish to donate, please access the link below. Every contribution is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/76623/donations/new?designation=centerforinternationalstudiesscholarships&

The Center for International Studies 2026 Young Diplomat and Global Affairs Camp which will occur June 1st-5th inside Anderson Hall on the campus of the University of St. Thomas. This camp is for high school students.

If you would like to register and make payment, please see the links below.
One form is for parents while the other is for students.
The payment link is embedded in the parent form but also directly below are the links to the parent and student forms.
Please ensure that both forms are filled out and that your payment is submitted (including the deposit).

Parent Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScrMs6b2dqGzL33gVu_1M4EVHlmhL4DQOwqOZXrkQyEjP-JFw/viewform

Student Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeM0W35BYd7HlWOhygHFhfYEap9nICYjBqS8xG77rOCYfhtbg/viewform

Payment Link: https://quikpayasp.com/stthom/commerce_manager/payer.do?orderType=SUMMERCAMPS

On April 9, 2026, the Center for International Studies at the University of St. Thomas, in partnership with the University of St. Thomas (TX) and the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston, had the honor of hosting Ambassador Rahul Chhabra.
Ambassador Chhabra delivered an insightful discussion on diplomacy, development, and the evolving global order, highlighting India’s growing role on the world stage.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this engaging and thought-provoking event.

Our Taiwan & East Asia Studies Program will host a luncheon tomorrow at 12:00 PM inside the Black Lab. For more information or to RSVP, please see the flyer or access the link below. Thanks!

RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZ7tf-iqmRR6mL07nPLa8o3bFjv2vWLU8koQ52KiDkMs3tow/viewform

Taiwan & East Asia Studies Program Lecture Luncheon with Dr. Chien-Shih Huang
Event Date: April 8, 2026
Event Time: 12:00 to 1:30PM
Event Address: the Black Lab, 4100 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006

RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZ7tf-iqmRR6mL07nPLa8o3bFjv2vWLU8koQ52KiDkMs3tow/viewform

The Center for International Studies is hosting a couple of Distinguished Diplomat Luncheons occurring April 1st and 9th. For more information, please see flyer below. To register, please click link below.

Additionally, our Political Science Department is hosting a Celebrating 250 Years of America lecture with Professor Terry Hallmark of the University of Houston. Please see the flyer below for details. To register, please click the link below.

DDP Luncheon with Kenneth Rosen RSVP: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofStThomasHouston/events/distinguished-diplomat-program-luncheon-with-kenneth-r-rosen

DDP Luncheon with Ambassador Rahul Chhabra RSVP: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofStThomasHouston/events/distinguished-diplomat-program-luncheon-with-rahul-chhabra

Celebrating 250 Years of America with Professor Terry Hallmark RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEyT3ybrRCtCW6H7m9JVz-Ka-8xI3-ugF0_qcNeQ8ZR2kaPA/viewform

On February 26, 2026, Director General Hsiao I-Fang of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office delivered a compelling speech on how Taiwan, ROC, stands strong and the work TECO continues to advance with the support of friends of Taiwan and Taiwanese communities worldwide.
The event was hosted by Dr. Yao-Yuan Yeh, Director of the Taiwan & East Asia Studies Program. Opening remarks were delivered by Dr. John Palasota, Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of St. Thomas.
More than 50 attendees were present, including Sister Cities of Houston President James Post and Secretary Anna Post. The audience expressed strong appreciation for the rich and informative content of the lecture and actively participated in a lively Q&A session.
Director General Hsiao highlighted Taiwan’s global leadership in areas such as democracy and freedom, technological innovation, healthcare, and quality of life. She also explained in clear and accessible terms how China has sought to limit Taiwan’s international participation, conducted gray-zone harassment, and even threatened the personal safety of Taiwan’s government officials and elected representatives. In addition, she emphasized the Taiwanese government’s determination to strengthen its self-defense capabilities and its commitment to working closely with like-minded international partners to maintain regional peace and stability.

The History Department’s annual B.K. Smith Lecture is tomorrow, February 25 in Jones Hall at 7:30 PM. For more details, please see the flyer below.