On December 12, 2019, we were joined by David Hickton, U.S. Attorney 2010 – 2016 and Founding Director, University of Pittsburgh Institute for Cyber Law, Policy and Security, for “Immigration 2.0: The American Dream in the 21st Century.” Drawing on his experience as the former U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania, Hickton analyzed … Read More
Category: Announcements
City High’s Jacob Osho gains a global perspective through his amazing internship.
When City Charter High School senior Jacob Osho showed up for his first workplace experience, an internship at the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh, he made a fantastic first impression. “From the very first day (and I’m not exaggerating), I was impressed with Jacob’s professionalism,” reports Brittany Cheeks, Education Program Manager at the World Affairs … Read More
KQV Interview: Will the Next World War Start in Cyber Space?
Recently named one of the 10 most influential voices in the world on cybersecurity, P.W. Singer discusses the issue of state-sponsored cyber attacks with host George Savarese. Listen to the audio or read the transcript of this recent interview.
At a Political Crossroads: The Iran Nuclear Deal
This half-hour radio program will feature Mr. Joel Rubin, President of Washington Strategy Group and former senior government official under the Obama Administration. He will discuss “At a Political Crossroads: The Iran Nuclear Deal” with host Emily Markham, Education Program Manager. This interview will air on October 10 (7:00 a.m.) and October 11 (10:30 a.m. ).
Council Seeks Development Associate
The Council is seeking a Development Associate. Reporting directly to the President of the World Affairs Council, the position’s primary responsibility is to ensure streamlined fundraising initiatives by providing support to the organization’s leadership. The position will contribute to the development and implementation of all fundraising strategies and initiatives, including communications and outreach.
World News Update
The World News Weekly Update is a collection the past week’s top news stories. Every week, the Council gathers articles, reports, and op-eds from various domestic and international information outlets in order to provide wide-ranging and balanced perspectives on pressing global issues.
World News Update
The World News Weekly Update is a collection the past week’s top news stories. Every week, the Council gathers articles, reports, and op-eds from various domestic and international information outlets in order to provide wide-ranging and balanced perspectives on pressing global issues.
World News Update
The World News Weekly Update is a collection the past week’s top news stories. Every week, the Council gathers articles, reports, and op-eds from various domestic and international information outlets in order to provide wide-ranging and balanced perspectives on pressing global issues.
World News Update
The World News Weekly Update is a collection the past week’s top news stories. Every week, the Council gathers articles, reports, and op-eds from various domestic and international information outlets in order to provide wide-ranging and balanced perspectives on pressing global issues. This week’s articles include Greece and the EU, Pope Francis, Shanghai Cooperation Organization, China, Kerry’s mission, plus, Argentina and Haiti.
Challenges to Intelligence and Security in Today’s World
This half-hour radio program will feature General Michael Hayden, Former Director of the CIA. He will discuss “Challenges to Intelligence and Security in Today’s World” with host George Savarese. This interview air on July 18 (7:00 a.m.) and July 19 (10:30 a.m. ).