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Media Advisories

Nov 19, 2009	Governor Fortuño of Puerto Rico to Speak at Georgetown The Honorable Luis G. Fortuño, the Governor of Puerto Rico, will speak at Georgetown about the prescence of Puerto Rico in U.S. Politics.
Nov 17, 2009	Georgetown Hosts Conference on the 20th Anniversary of the End of a Divided Europe A discussion on the collapse of communism in Europe 20 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall, including a closer look at what happened on the ground as well as assessments of what went right and what went wrong in post-1989 Europe.
Nov 13, 2009	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Islam and Liberal Democracy The Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding and the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs are sponsoring a seminar with leading scholars to discuss how tradition matters in Islamic political thought today.
Nov 12, 2009	Statement by Georgetown University President John J. DeGioia
Nov 10, 2009	Georgetown to Host Literary Discussion with Author Richard Rodriguez Author and editor Paul Elie will host a literary conversation with Richard Rodriguez as part of Georgetown University’s Faith and Culture Series, a series of discussions with contemporary authors on how faith and culture intersect in their works.
Nov 06, 2009	Georgetown Marks 30 Years of Sino-American Diplomacy with Conference, Photo Exhibit Georgetown University will host a conference and photo exhibit celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Sino-American Diplomatic Relations.
Nov 05, 2009	Replica and Lectures Mark 20th Anniversary of Berlin Wall’s Fall at Georgetown, Nov. 6-13 The German department and The BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University are sponsoring a variety of events on campus to mark the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Nov 03, 2009	President of Czech Republic Klaus to speak at Georgetown Georgetown University is hosting an address by His Excellency Vaclav Klaus, President of the Czech Republic, titled “20 Years after the Fall of Communism: Not a Final Victory for Freedom.”
Nov 02, 2009	Egypt’s Sorour to speak at Georgetown on Democracy, Human Rights in Egypt Dr. Ahmed Fathi Serour, President of the Egyptian People's Assembly, will give a speech on democracy and human rights in Egypt at Georgetown University.
Nov 01, 2009	Prince Turki Al-Faisal Speaks on Saudi Arabia Today An exciting lecture conducted by HRH Turki Al-Faisal on the role of Saudi Arabia in today’s world. Prince Turki was the former Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the United States of America from 2005 to 2007.
Oct 30, 2009	Former German Foreign Minister Genscher to Speak at Georgetown's Quandt Lecture The BMW Center for German and European Studies presents a speech, “The Fall of the Wall: End of History or New Chance for Mankind?” by Hans-Dietrich Genscher, the former Foreign Minister of the Federal Republic of Germany.
Oct 29, 2009	Panelist to Examine the Catholic Approach to Immigration Reform at Georgetown’s Woodstock Forum This forum will explore the answers to each from the perspective of Catholic Social Thought and how it shapes our approach to immigration.
Oct 28, 2009	Georgetown to Host Forum on Religion and Democracy in U.S. Foreign Policy under the Obama Administration This day-long symposium that will examine the critical and often controversial issues of religion and democracy in the foreign policy of the Obama administration
Oct 27, 2009	Georgetown to Host His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I for an Address on Faith in a Changing World His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I, the ecumenical patriarch of Orthodox Christianity, will discuss the nature of progress at a lecture co-sponsored by Georgetown University and the Center for American Progress.
Oct 23, 2009	Hon. Kapil Sibal to Speak at Georgetown on Education in India The Hon. Kapil Sibal will be speaking about the expansion of India’s education infrastructure and opportunities for foreign universities on Thursday, October 29th form 5:30 to 6:30 pm.
Oct 13, 2009	Amb. Victor Ashe to Discuss Future of U.S.-Poland Relations at Georgetown Former U.S. Ambassador to Poland Victor Ashe and Georgetown Professor Angela Stent will discuss the future of U.S.-Poland relations at Georgetown on wednesday, October 14, 2009 at 6:30 pm.
Oct 13, 2009	Gen Hayden to Discuss Homeland Security Network at Georgetown Georgetown will host a two-day conference October 19th and 20th featuring General Michael Hayden to discuss the implementation and optimization of the homeland security network.
Sep 28, 2009	Georgetown Hosts Panel on Cyber Security, Law and Policy featuring Gen Hayden Georgetown University is hosting a panel discussion “Integrating Disciplines: Cyber Security, Law and Policy,” featuring technical experts, policy makers, and legal scholars, who will discuss recent developments designed to protect vital government information systems from hacking and cybernetic attack.
Sep 28, 2009	Georgetown Hosts Socially Responsible Licensing Workshop Georgetown University's Office of Technology Commercialization will host a socially responsible licensing workshop on Tuesday, October 6, 2009.
Sep 25, 2009	Georgetown Hosts 2009 Trainor Lecture Trainor Award for Distinction in the Conduct of Diplomacy on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at Georgetown University.
Sep 21, 2009	Georgetown Hosts Panel on Social Entrepreneurship Georgetown's Mortara Center for International Studies and the McDonough School of Business host “Social Entrepreneurship: Putting Powerful Ideas to Work,” a panel on social entrepreneurship as a catalyst for reducing poverty and strengthening economies in the developing world this Thursday, September 24, 2009 at 4:30 pm.
Sep 15, 2009	Georgetown Hosts US-Azerbaijan Conference The Center for Eurasian, Russian and East European Studies and the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan present their second annual joint conference, “The U.S.-Azerbaijan Strategic Partnership: New Bilateral and Regional Dimensions,” on Friday, September 18 from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm.
Sep 09, 2009	Georgetown Faculty Available for Comment on Obama's Sept. 9 Health Care Reform Address to Congress Georgetown University professors are available to discuss President Obama’s address on health care reform to a joint session of Congress on Wednesday, September 9, 2009.
Sep 08, 2009	Jane Goodall to Discuss New Book at Georgetown University Primatologist, conservationist and humanitarian Jane Goodall will give a special keynote lecture at Georgetown University on September 9, 2009.
Sep 01, 2009	AFL-CIO President John Sweeney to Receive Honorary Degree from Georgetown University AFL-CIO President John Sweeney to Receive Honorary Degree from Georgetown University on September 3, 2009.
Aug 26, 2009	Georgetown Experts Available for Comment on Kennedy's Career and Legacy Georgetown University professors are available to discuss Senator Edward Kennedy's legacy, including his career as an advocate for health care and labor issues in the U.S. Senate, and his candidacy for the 1980 Democratic presidential nomination.
Jun 24, 2009	Georgetown University Jesuit Community Mourns the Passing of Rev. Thomas King, S.J.
Jun 11, 2009	Georgetown Hosts Discussion with Judy Woodruff on Disability and the Influence of Media Representation Georgetown will host a symposium to explore issues related to the representation of persons with disabilities in the media and how this representation can influence the public's attitudes and perpetuate stereotypes.
Jun 11, 2009	Georgetown Hosts Global Leadership Forum Georgetown University's Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding and the Center for Global Education at the Institute for Global Engagement will host the 2009 Global Leadership Forum, 'Evangelicals and Muslims: Conversations on Respect, Reconciliation, and Religious Freedom,' on Tuesday, June 16th and Wednesday, June 17th.
May 27, 2009	Georgetown to Host World Premiere of "Inside Islam: What a Billion Muslims Really Think" Keynote Speech by Former U.S. Secretary of State and Georgetown professor Madeleine K. Albright
Apr 29, 2009	2009 Georgetown University Commencement Speakers Georgetown University will hold its two hundred and tenth commencement exercises from Thursday, May 14 - Sunday, May 17, 2009.
Apr 22, 2009	Georgetown to Host Expert Panel Discussion on the Aftermath of Nuclear Disaster Georgetown's Institute for International Law and Politics will host a panel discussion on the aftermath of nuclear disaster on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Apr 20, 2009	Chairman of China-U.S. Exchange Foundation to Speak at Georgetown on U.S.-China Relations C.H. Tung, Chairman of the China-United States Exchange Foundation, will be speaking about the U.S.-China relationship as part of the UTStarcom Distinguished Lecture Series at Georgetown in Copley Formal Lounge on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009 at 4:30 p.m.
Apr 20, 2009	Georgetown Honors Polish Righteous Among the Nations at Holocaust Awareness Week Commemoration Georgetown University’s Program for Jewish Civilization joins the Embassy of the Republic of Poland to host a holocaust awareness week commemoration honoring the Polish Righteous Among the Nations on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009 from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Apr 17, 2009	Acumen Fund CEO Jacqueline Novogratz to Speak at Georgetown about New Book, 'The Blue Sweater' Georgetown University hosts a discussion by author Jacqueline Novogratz on her new book “The Blue Sweater: Bridging the Gap Between Rich and Poor in an Interconnected World” on Tuesday, April 21st at 4:30 p.m.
Apr 17, 2009	Georgetown to Host Discussion by VP of Colombia, The Honorable Francisco Santos Calderón The Vice President of Colombia, The Honorable Francisco Santos Calderón, will discuss issues of shared responsibility in relation to narco-trafficking in a speech at Georgetown University on Thursday, April 23rd, 2009 titled “Drug Trafficking: A Shared Responsibility.”
Apr 16, 2009	Georgetown to Host Overnight Relay to Benefit American Cancer Society
Apr 15, 2009	Statement by Julie Green Bataille
Apr 15, 2009	Georgetown Conference Explores History of Race and Politics in the District of Columbia Georgetown conference will explore the capacity of the performing arts to advance public understanding of the complex relationships that race, ethnicity and migration have in D.C.
Apr 13, 2009	Georgetown Panel to Debate Effectiveness of U.S. International Religious Freedom Policy A panel of scholars will discuss effectiveness of International Religious Freedom Act in American foreign policy.
Apr 02, 2009	Georgetown to Host 2nd Annual Gender in the Workplace Research Competition Georgetown University’s Women’s Leadership Initiative (GUWLI) presents the 2nd Annual 'Gender in the Workplace Research Competition and Awards Luncheon' on Monday, April 6th, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the National Press Club.
Mar 30, 2009	Georgetown to Host Discussion on Future of NATO On Wednesday, April 1st, at 10:30 a.m. Georgetown University will host a discussion on the future of NATO featuring His Excellency José María Aznar, the Honorable John R. Bolton, Fred Kempe and Angela Stent.
Mar 26, 2009	Georgetown Literary Festival Celebrates 40 years of Poetry on War and Remembrance Georgetown's Lannan Literary Programs presents 'CRY HAVOC!' Poetry of War and Remembrance, 1968 – 2008, a two-day symposium and festival. Poets, critics, journalists and visual artists will converge to recall the lessons of war and to plot new strategies for peaceful futures.
Mar 26, 2009	Andrew Natsios to Discuss U.S. Policy on Sudan at Georgetown On Monday, March 30th, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm in Copley Formal Lounge Georgetown University will host an event featuring Georgetown Professor Andrew Natsios, former envoy to Sudan, who will discuss his view on recent developments in Sudan.
Mar 23, 2009	Education Leaders Gather at Georgetown University to Discuss Parents' Role in Education Reform Parenting magazine and Georgetown University’s School of Continuing Studies announce the creation of the Mom Congress on Education and Learning.
Mar 23, 2009	Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister to Speak at Georgetown H.M Chief Ojo Maduekwe, Foreign Affairs Minister for Nigeria, will be giving a lecture, 'Democracy and the Rule of Law in Nigeria,' on Thursday, March 26, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Georgetown University.
Mar 18, 2009	Georgetown Public Policy Institute to Host Capitol Hill Conference on Transforming Campaign Promises into Policy Reality At GPPI’s 15th Annual Conference, policy professionals will discuss today's most prominent policy issues: healthcare, education, energy independence, and homeland security.
Mar 16, 2009	Georgetown to Host Discussion on Global AIDS Funding Georgetown's Africa Interest Network (GAIN) and Physicians for Human Rights are hosting a lecture, “It's Not Over: Global AIDS Funding in an Era of Uncertainty” featuring Peter Mugyenyi and Mark Dybul at Georgetown University's Riggs Library on Wednesday, March 18th.
Mar 16, 2009	E.J. Dionne and Tim Shriver Discuss the Roots of Faith in Public Service The Georgetown Public Policy Institute and the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace and World Affairs will host an intimate discussion of the roots of faith in public service with Washington Tim Shriver and E.J. Dionne.
Mar 03, 2009	Georgetown to Host LBJ Centennial Symposium with Historian Robert Dallek To commemorate the centennial birthday of Lyndon Baines Johnson, Georgetown will host 'Lessons from Lyndon Johnson's Life and Times,' a lecture by historian Robert Dallek.
Mar 02, 2009	Georgetown to Host Tavis Smiley for Town Hall Event Media personality and author Tavis Smiley to discuss his new book “Accountable: Making America As Good As Its Promise” on March 4 at Georgetown University.
Feb 17, 2009	Can Government Work? Georgetown Public Policy Institute to Host Symposium on Current Public Policy Challenges Experts will discuss solutions to vexing public policy problems surrounding health care, global warming, and the economy at the Georgetown Public Policy Institute's symposium “Can Government Work?”
Feb 10, 2009	Georgetown University’s School of Continuing Studies to Hold Transition 2009 Conference at National Press Club February 12-13 Georgetown’s School of Continuing Studies, with sponsorship from Politico, will present its Transition 2009 conference on Feb. 12-13 at the National Press Club.
Feb 05, 2009	Senator Patrick Leahy (D-Vt) to Discuss Senate Judiciary Committee's Agenda at Georgetown University Symposium on Governmental Reform Senator Patrick Leahy to Discuss Senate Judiciary Committee's Agenda at Georgetown University Symposium on Governmental Reform.
Feb 03, 2009	Georgetown to Host Discussion on Challenges Facing President Obama in the Muslim World A panel of experts will gather tomorrow at 4:30 p.m. at Georgetown University to discuss American policy towards the Muslim world.
Feb 02, 2009	Georgetown Hosts Reading with Henrietta Rose-Innes, Winner of the Caine Prize for African Writing Georgetown hosts reading with Henrietta Rose-Innes, winner of the 2008 Caine Prize for African Writing.
Feb 02, 2009	Professor Asoka Bandarage to Discuss New Book on Conflict in Sri Lanka Georgetown University’s Mortara Center for International Studies and the South Asia Forum will host a book launch and discussion with Asoka Bandarage, author of 'The Separatist Conflict in Sri Lanka: Terrorism, Ethnicity, Political Economy.'
Jan 28, 2009	Michael Oren to Speak at Georgetown University on the Gaza Crisis Michael Oren, professor in the Program for Jewish Civilization at Georgetown University and expert on the diplomatic and military history of the Middle East, will be giving a lecture on the recent Gaza crisis from an historical perspective.
Jan 28, 2009	Georgetown Celebrates Jesuit Heritage Week Jesuit Heritage Week is an opportunity to celebrate Georgetown's Jesuit and Catholic identity during a week full of intellectual and social events exploring spirituality, social justice and education in the world of St. Ignatius Loyola and the Society of Jesus.
Jan 27, 2009	Experts Discuss How Information and Communications Technology is Transforming the World at Georgetown University Expert panelists will explore how information and communications technology (ICT) companies are transforming education, empowering communities, and promoting development around the world during a lecture this Thursday, January 29 at 4:30 p.m. at Georgetown University.
Jan 26, 2009	David Brooks and E.J. Dionne to Discuss Christian Realism and American Politics at Georgetown University David Brooks and E.J. Dionne, Jr. will discuss the lasting impact of Reinhold Niebuhr and Christian Realism on American political and theological ideas.
Jan 23, 2009	Georgetown and Financial Times to Host Discussion on Economic Crisis and Global Challenges Georgetown Univeristy and Financial Times will host a panel discussion on the economic crisis and the global challenges at Georgetown on January 26, 2009 at 9:30 am.
Jan 21, 2009	Statement by Georgetown University President John J. DeGioia on Videoconference by Muammar Qaddafi
Jan 16, 2009	Georgetown to Host Videoconference on Palestinian-Israeli conflict In a satellite conference, Qaddafi will discuss his vision for a solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, as outlined in his “White Book.”
Jan 14, 2009	Georgetown Faculty to Discuss Challenges Facing the New Administration Georgetown faculty with expertise in human rights and international relations, the economy, the environment and healthcare will discuss some of the most pressing issues facing President Barack Obama and his administration.
Jan 06, 2009	WMD Commission to Discuss New Findings at Georgetown Commission Vice-Chairman Jim Talent, Commissioner Graham Allison and Georgetown Professor Daniel Byman, will review the recently-released report, “World at Risk,” by the Commission on the Prevention of Weapons of Mass Destruction Proliferation and Terrorism.
Dec 09, 2008	Georgetown to Host 60th Anniversary Celebration of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Georgetown University will host an event with Amnesty International on featuring a panel discussion on human rights, a live music performance and special screening of the new music video, "The Price of Silence."
Dec 08, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Conference on Globalizing Autocracy, US Foreign Policy, and Democracy Assistance Georgetown's Democracy and Governance Program and the International Foundation for Electoral Systems will host a conference on challenges posed by authoritarian regimes to US foreign policy and democracy assistance.
Nov 24, 2008	Georgetown Hosts World AIDS Day Symposium, U.S. Launch of the Health Impact Fund Georgetown hosts American launch of the Health Impact Fund and discussion on World AIDS Day.
Nov 18, 2008	Georgetown Hosts 2008 Presidential Election Roundtable Georgetown's Tocqueville Forum on the Roots of American Democracy will host a discussion with leading experts on the meaning of the 2008 election for the country.
Nov 13, 2008	Statement by Christopher Augostini, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Nov 11, 2008	Georgetown to Host Discussion on American Youth and the Future of Service and Volunteering Georgetown’s Center for Social Justice and Center for Public and Nonprofit Leadership will welcome leaders from the Corporation for National and Community Service—the agency that administers AmericaCorps, VISTA, NCCC, Senior Corps, and Learn and Service America—for a discussion on the country’s historic opportunity to make service the solution to America’s toughest challenges.
Nov 10, 2008	Georgetown to Host Lecture on U.S.-Russian Relations Alfred Kokh, former Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, will address the Georgetown community on Thursday, November 13, about the future of U.S.-Russia relations and the present financial and political crises through the prism of his experience in the Yeltsin government as head of privatization.
Nov 06, 2008	Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright to Address Foreign Policy Challenges Facing Obama Administration Albright will discuss the U.S. President-elect Barack Obama's upcoming foreign policy challenges, a topic of her newest book, 'Memo to the President: How We Can Restore America's Reputation and Leadership.'
Oct 30, 2008	Georgetown to Host Lecture on Transatlantic Relationship for New President Rt. Hon. Sir Menzies Campbell, fromer leader of the Liberal Democrat Party, will be giving a lecture at Georgetown University on Thursday, October 30th, at 5:00 p.m. about the new transatlantic relationship for a new U.S. President.
Oct 27, 2008	Georgetown to Host Forum on the Jewish Vote in the 2008 Presidential Campaign Scholars, experts and religious leaders will gather at Georgetown for a discussion on Jewish voters in the 2008 presidential election.
Oct 27, 2008	Georgetown to Host Discussion on Grief and Reconciliation with Bereaved Israeli and Palestinian Families Israelis and Palestinians who have lost immediate family members to violence in the region will discuss issues of grief and reconciliation.
Oct 26, 2008	Georgetown to Host Conference on Iraq The Center for Contemporary Arab Studies (CCAS) will host an all day conference on Tuesday, October 28, for scholars and experts to explore Iraqi history, how Iraq is portrayed today, and contemporary Iraqi affairs.
Oct 16, 2008	PBS-TV Host and Travel Writer Rick Steves to Speak at Georgetown Travel writer, PBS-TV host, and Seattle businessman Rick Steves will be speaking at Georgetown University on Monday, October 20th at 11:00 am on what he's learned in 30 years of traveling.
Oct 16, 2008	World-renowned Philosopher Charles Taylor to Discuss Secularity and Modernity at Georgetown University’s Berkley Center Lectures World-renowned philosopher Charles Taylor will deliver a series of three lectures at Georgetown University titled 'Narratives of Secularity.'
Oct 16, 2008	Georgetown to Host Bob Shrum and David Frum for Discussion about the 2008 Presidential Elections Democratic political strategist Bob Shrum and conservative journalist and author David Frum will face off in a discussion about the 2008 presidential election titled, 'The U.S. Presidential Election: Issues and Implications.' Georgetown professor and washingtonpost.com contributor Jacques Berlinerblau will moderate the discussion, which is sponsored by Georgetown University Library Associates.
Oct 14, 2008	Georgetown to Host Discussion on Current State of Bioethics and Genetics Georgetown’s Kennedy Institute of Ethics will host Dr. Robert Cook-Deegan for the 16th Annual Joseph Brennan Lecture titled "Four Decades of Bioethics and Genetics: How Have We Done?"
Oct 13, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Final Presidential Debate Watch Party Students, faculty and staff will gather to to watch and discuss their views on the final presidential debate of the 2008 election.
Oct 10, 2008	Victor Cha to Speak at Georgetown about North Korea, Kim Jong-il Victor Cha, Director of Asian Studies and former Director for Asian Affairs at the White House National Security Council will speak on Wednesday, October 15th at 12:30 pm about North Korean leader Kim Jong-il, his health and the possibility of a regime change.
Oct 09, 2008	Georgetown to Host Conference on Evangelicals, Israel and American Foreign Policy Expert panelists will gather at Georgetown University to discuss the role evangelicals are playing the development of U.S. foreign policy towards Israel.
Oct 07, 2008	Georgetown to Host Symposium on Religious Freedom and U.S. Foreign Policy Scholars, policymakers, experts and journalists from around the world will analyze the promotion of international religious liberty as a central element of American foreign policy.
Oct 02, 2008	Georgetown to Host Forum on Race and Role of Philanthropy in Shaping Public Policy Community, nonprofit and philanthropic leaders will reflect on issues of race and determine what philanthropic strategies may be most effective in addressing those issues in a discussion titled, 'Taking Account of Race: A Philanthropic Imperative.'
Sep 29, 2008	Michael Eric Dyson to Speak in Gaston Hall Michael Eric Dyson will address the Georgetown community in a lecture titled 'No Dreams Deferred?: Black Aspirations from Martin Luther King Jr. to Jay-Z.'
Sep 24, 2008	Tony Blair to Join Global Religious and Political Leaders at Georgetown ‘Common Word’ Conference on Muslim-Christian Relations Georgetown University will host global political and religious leaders, scholars, members of the media, and community representatives for a two-day conference addressing the most pressing issues facing Muslim and Western societies.
Sep 23, 2008	Georgetown to Host Symposium on Nanotechnology, Ethics and Environmental Health Georgetown University will host a symposium to identify, assess and discuss risks in the emerging field of nanotechnology.
Sep 23, 2008	French Senator Robert Badinter to Speak at Georgetown on Death Penalty Georgetown University will host a speech by Robert Badinter, French Senator and former French Minister of Justice on Thursday, September 25th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm in Gaston Hall about the developments and issues regarding the abolition of the death penalty in the world today.
Sep 22, 2008	Christopher Metzler to Discuss His New Book: The Construction and Rearticulation of Race in a 'Post-Racial' America Christopher Metzler will discuss his new book, The Construction and Rearticulation of Race in a 'Post-Racial' America, which explores America's past and recent history with race, including Barack Obama's presidential nomination.
Sep 19, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Discussion of Cyberwarfare and its Legal, Political, and Security Implications Distinguished scholars and practitioners will examine the legal, political, and security implications of cyberwarfare and international coercion.
Sep 19, 2008	Senator Chuck Hagel to Discuss U.S. Foreign Policy at Georgetown Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) will be discussing foreign policy issues ranging from the Middle East to the current financial crisis in his address to the Georgetown community.
Sep 17, 2008	Georgetown Awards 2007 Lepgold Book Prize Robert Kagan will receive the Georgetown University Book Prize for his book, Dangerous Nation: America’s Foreign Policy from Its Earliest Days to the Dawn of the Twentieth Century (Knopf, 2007).
Sep 17, 2008	Author Rory Stewart to discuss Afghanistan, Rhetoric and Reality at Georgetown Rory Stewart, best-selling author and Chief Executive of The Turquoise Mountain Foundation, will be discussing “Afghanistan: Rhetoric and Reality” at Georgetown University.
Sep 17, 2008	Georgetown Hosts T. Boone Pickens Lecture: A Solution to Reduce America's Dependence on Foreign Oil Imports T. Boone Pickens, founder and chairman of BP Capital Management, will be discussing his major energy policy proposal, The Picken Plan, at Georgetown University.
Sep 16, 2008	Georgetown University to Host 2008 Young Voters Forum Two members of Congress representing their party’s respective presidential campaigns, will answer questions before a distinguished panel of Washington journalists and undecided Georgetown student voters, during the 2008 Georgetown University Young Voters Forum.
Sep 16, 2008	Rita Colwell to Discuss Challenges for Science and Engineering Education Rita Colwell will discuss the role of partnerships between universities and surrounding communities to address the global challenge of science, mathematics, and engineering education at Georgetown University.
Sep 15, 2008	Mayor Bloomberg to Address Economic Downturn at Georgetown’s 2008 Whittington Lecture Mayor Michael Bloomberg will answer questions from Georgetown President John J. DeGioia and from students, faculty and staff about Wall Street and the current economic crisis.
Sep 11, 2008	Senator Russell Feingold to Discuss Democracy, Development and Diplomacy at Georgetown Senator Russell Feingold (D-WI) will discuss promoting democracy, development and diplomacy in U.S. foreign policy at this year's annual Goldman Sachs Distinguished Lecture on Monday, September 15th at Georgetown University.
Sep 11, 2008	Ambassador J. Richard Fredericks to Speak at Georgetown's Inaugural MBA Evening Program Graduation Ambassador J. Richard Fredericks will be giving the key-note address at the first-ever McDonough School of Business MBA evening program graduation on Saturday, September 13th at Georgetown University.
Sep 11, 2008	Georgetown to Present New Tools for Religion and World Affairs Research at RNA Washington Conference Georgetown University’s Berkley Center will be on hand at the 2008 Religion Newswriters Association Conference in Washington to present a new set of on-line tools for journalists, scholars and policymakers who are eager to know more about religion’s role in culture, society, and politics in the U.S. and abroad.
Sep 10, 2008	Georgetown to Host Eurasia Policy Conference Featuring Panel on Russia-Georgia Five Day War Georgetown's Eurasian Strategy Project will host the 1st Annual PONARS Eurasia Policy Conference on Friday, September 10th, 2008 featuring expert speakers and a special panel on the Russia-Georgia five day war.
Sep 08, 2008	Georgetown to Host Michael Oren Lecture on Military History of the Middle East Michael Oren, professor in Jewish Civilization at Georgetown University and best-selling author, will discuss the history of warfare in the Middle East over the past two hundred years, from Napoleon's invasion of Egypt to America's incursion in Iraq.
Sep 08, 2008	Georgetown Events Explore Common Bonds of Loss on Anniversary of 9/11 Terrorist Attacks On the seventh anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Georgetown University will host two panels focusing on grief, loss and the challenges of healing and rebuilding.
Sep 04, 2008	Georgetown to Host Film Screening and Discussion with 'Project Rebirth' Director Jim Whitaker Georgetown University will host a 30-minute preview of Project Rebirth, a feature length film chronicling the strength of the human spirit in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attack at the World Trade Center.
Aug 27, 2008	Georgetown Students Host DNC Watch Party Georgetown students will gather at the student union to watch and discuss Senator Barack Obama’s acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention.
Aug 22, 2008	Georgetown Faculty Available to Comment on 2008 Elections Faculty at Georgetown University are available to comment on a variety of election issues, including VP announcements, conventions, campaign strategy, religion, gender and foreign policy.
Jul 07, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Summit on Post-Secondary Success with Cristo Rey Network Leaders from throughout the Cristo Rey Network—a national association of high schools that provide Catholic, college preparatory education to urban young people who live in communities with limited educational options—will meet with leaders from a dozen colleges and universities to discuss how they can work together to ensure post-secondary success for Cristo Rey students.
Jun 26, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Panel on Economic Slowdown and Market Fallout Featuring Atlanta Fed CEO Dennis Lockhart
Jun 24, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Talk on Migration Management On Friday, June 27th, Professor Kerry Preibisch will be giving a speach about her extensive fieldwork on the Canadian Seasonal Agricultural Workers Program (SAWP), which has been considered a potential model for U.S. guest worker programs. She will describe the evolution of the program, its challenges, and policy recommendations.
May 07, 2008	Georgetown University Hosts Book Talk on Crisis and Change in the Atlantic Political Order On Friday, May 9th, four editors will come together to discuss their new book, 'End of the West? Crisis and Change in the Atlantic Order,' which examines the current political upheaval between the United States and Europe, and the future of the western powers.
May 05, 2008	2008 Georgetown University Commencement Speakers The 209th commencement exercises will be held from Thursday, May 15 - Sunday, May 18, 2008.
Apr 25, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Conference on Muslim Giving in America Academics, professionals and policy makers will come together to discuss issues facing the Muslim community related to the future of faith-based giving and interfaith social service projects.
Apr 24, 2008	White House Official Discusses Bush Administration's Faith-Based and Community Initiative Georgetown hosts a presentation on the evolution and accomplishments of the Bush Administration's Faith-Based and Community Initiative.
Apr 24, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Richard Helms Symposium Featuring Keynote Speakers Hon. Henry Kissinger and Gen. Michael Hayden The Honorable Henry Kissinger, former Secretary of State and National Security Advisor, and General Michael Hayden (USAF), the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, will speak at 'A Life in Intelligence: A Symposium on Richard Helms' at Georgetown University.
Apr 22, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Research, Policy Leaders at Conference on World Malaria Top policy and scientific experts will gather April 25 at Georgetown University to discuss the progress being made in the global fight against a deadly disease that affects millions around the world on the first World Malaria Day.
Apr 22, 2008	Georgetown Conference to Examine Changes to Language, Culture, and Literature Studies at the University Level The Faculty of Languages and Linguistics at Georgetown University will host a full-day conference exploring how to best prepare students to understand cultures and languages different from their own and how institutions of higher education can meet the challenges posed by today’s highly globalized society.
Apr 21, 2008	General George Casey to Speak at Georgetown about Challenges Facing the U.S. Army General George Casey, Jr., Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army, will deliver a speech, “Meeting the Challenges of Persistent Conflict in the 21st Century,” at Georgetown University
Apr 17, 2008	Georgetown President John J. DeGioia's Statement in Response to Pope Benedict XVI's Remarks to Catholic Educators
Apr 16, 2008	Experts Discuss U.S. Policy to Promote Religious Freedom at Georgetown Scholars, policymakers, experts and journalists from around the world will analyze the promotion of religious liberty around the world as a central element of American foreign policy, as mandated by the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998.
Apr 16, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Conference to Examine "The Changing Face of the American Election" Georgetown Public Policy Institute welcomes industry leaders, scholars, and policymakers to examine contemporary political issues at its 14th annual conference.
Apr 16, 2008	Ambassador R. Nicholas Burns to Receive Georgetown’s 2008 Trainor Award Amb. R. Nicholas Burns, Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs, will receive the 2008 Trainor Award for Distinction in the Conduct of Diplomacy.
Apr 15, 2008	Georgetown Students Participate in Overnight Relay for Life More than 2500 Georgetown students, faculty, staff and community members will mobilize and join colleges across the nation in a celebration of life and hope during one of the American Cancer Society's largest Relay For Life celebrations in the region.
Apr 15, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Lecture on Innovation in Search for Complex Documents Ophir Frieder will give the 2007–2008 Davis Lecture, hosted by the Department of Computer Science at Georgetown University.
Apr 11, 2008	Georgetown Literary Festival Explores Art and Democracy in the King Years Georgetown’s Lannan Literary Programs will host discussions, poetry readings, and lectures with distinguished poets, scholars and activists to celebrate role of the arts in the Civil Rights Movement.
Apr 11, 2008	Senator Joe Biden to Discuss Foreign Policy and National Security at Georgetown Senator Joe Biden (D-DE), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, will deliver a speech entitled “2008 and the Stakes for America’s Security,”
Apr 10, 2008	Georgetown University Hosts Interfaith Bridge to Peace Residency and Concert Three days of musical and theatrical performances, workshops, discussions and master classes led by members of Serendipity 4, explore an interfaith dialogue in the arts.
Apr 09, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Conference on Identity and Integration in the New Eurasia with Keynote Address by His Excellency Alexander Kwasniewski Georgetown University brings together distinguished scholars and specialists for panel discussions examining identity and integration in the New Eurasia.
Apr 08, 2008	Georgetown Faculty Available to Comment on Pope Benedict XVI's Visit to America Georgetown faculty members are available to comment on the implications of the visit, the Catholic Church in America, and the future of interfaith relations.
Apr 07, 2008	George Stephanopoulos to Give 2008 Michael Jurist Memorial Lecture at Georgetown University ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent George Stephanopoulos will discuss his personal insights and predictions for 2008 politics.
Apr 07, 2008	Senator Sam Brownback to Discuss Religion and Politics at Georgetown Senator Sam Brownback (R-Kan.) and Georgetown University President John J. DeGioia will discuss religion and politics.
Apr 07, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Speech on International Law and Morality Ambassador Mark P. Lagon will deliver the William V. O'Brien Lecture in International Law and Morality: Trafficking in Persons.
Apr 04, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on the Future of Catholic Peacebuilding Participants will reflect on the theological, ethical, and practical dimensions of the Church’s work on conflict prevention, conflict resolution, and post-conflict reconciliation.
Apr 04, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Newsweek Conference on Environmental Leadership with Keynote Address by Mayor Michael Bloomberg Georgetown University welcomes industry leaders, scholars, and policymakers for panel discussions examining the greatest environmental challenges facing the world.
Apr 04, 2008	Georgetown University Library Hosts Reception and Book Signing for Master Mezzotint Artist Frederick Mershimer will discuss his work and sign copies of his new book at Georgetown University Library’s new exhibit 'Revealing the Light: Mezzotint Prints at Georgetown University.”
Apr 01, 2008	Yahoo! Founder Joins Inaugural Fellow at Georgetown to Discuss Global Internet Issues Georgetown Yahoo! Fellow Irene Wu and Yahoo! Inc. co-founder and CEO Jerry Yang will discuss global Internet issues at Georgetown.
Apr 01, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Symposium on Art of Osawaldo Guayasamín Georgetown hosts a symposium featuring presentations in Spanish from a broad range of experts on art history, Ecuadorian culture, and the life and art of Guayasamín.
Apr 01, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on the State of Religious Dialogue 40 Years After Nostra Ætate George Washington University Professor Sayyed Hossein Nasr will give a lecture, "The State of Religious Dialogue: 40 Years After Nostra Ætate."
Mar 31, 2008	Georgetown and World Economic Forum Host Roundtable on Islam and American Politics A group of political leaders, businesspeople, scholars, media and thought leaders will convene for a roundtable discussion, 'Islam and American Politics: Deepening the Dialogue.'
Mar 31, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Faith and Politics After the Religious Right E.J. Dionne and Ray Suarez to discuss Dionne's new book 'Souled Out' and the future of religion's role in American public life.
Mar 27, 2008	Georgetown Awards 2007 Lepgold Book Prize Robert Kagan will receive the 2007 Georgetown University Book Prize for his book, Dangerous Nation.
Mar 27, 2008	Georgetown Hosts 2008 Goldman Visiting Israeli Professorship Lecture Avi Beker will examine the idea of "chosenness" as an important but ill-understood marker for how individuals and communities, distinguish themselves from one another
Mar 27, 2008	Rupert Murdoch to Speak at Georgetown Rupert Murdoch will discuss the changing news media landscape in a talk titled “Creative Destruction: News for the 21st Century.”
Mar 26, 2008	Georgetown University Hosts Book Talk on Reclaiming Conservatism in America with Mickey Edwards Mickey Edwards will discuss his new book about American conservatism and the Constitution.
Mar 26, 2008	Georgetown Honors Journalists for Achievements in International Reporting Four renowned journalists will be honored at a ceremony marking the 31st annual Weintal Prize for International Reporting.
Mar 24, 2008	Georgetown Faculty Discuss Politics and the Bible Two Georgetown professors discuss the role of religion in politics and pop culture.
Mar 24, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Two-Day Symposium on Industrialization in the Arab-Persian Gulf The annual symposium will address the dynamic transformation that is taking place in the Arab-Persian Gulf.
Mar 20, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Conference on U.S.-Azerbaijan Relations Diplomats, political officials, scholars and policymakers participate in a half-day conference on U.S.-Azerbaijan relations.
Mar 20, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Book Talk on How Catholics can Change the World Carl Anderson will discuss his new book, "A Civilization of Love: What Every Catholic can do to Transform the World."
Mar 14, 2008	Georgetown University Hosts Colloquium on Human Dignity and Bioethics Georgetown will host a discussion about human dignity and bioethics with the Kennedy Institute of Ethics and the President’s Council on Bioethics.
Mar 13, 2008	Deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland to Speak at Georgetown Martin McGuiness will give a speech, 'Resolving Conflict in the 21st Century: A Personal Perspective.'
Mar 12, 2008	President of The American University in Cairo to Speak at Georgetown Arnold will give a speech, 'The Role of American Education in Today's Middle East,' and take questions from the audience and media.
Mar 11, 2008	The Planet: Georgetown Hosts Film Screening and Discussion with D.C. Environmental Film Festival Georgetown hosts a screening and discussion of the environmental film, The Planet, as part of the “Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital.”
Mar 11, 2008	Former President of Ireland to Discuss Citizen Diplomacy in a Fast-Moving World Robinson's speech will offer particular insights to Americans as they consider how international migration and cultural exchange enriches societies and impacts the way cultures and governments interact.
Mar 10, 2008	Advancing Policy and Practice in the Juvenile Justice and Child Welfare Systems Symposium to explore the overrepresentation of children of color in America’s juvenile justice and child welfare systems.
Mar 10, 2008	The 11th Hour: Georgetown Hosts Film Screening and Discussion Georgetown hosts a screening and discussion of the environmental film, The 11th Hour.
Mar 07, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Forum on Religion, Migration and Foreign Policy This is the second forum of a series exploring the intersection of religion, migration, and foreign policy.
Mar 06, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Conference on the Future of Muslim-Christian Relations Internationally recognized scholars and leaders in interreligious dialogue, comparative studies, Islamic studies, and Christian theology will participate in a series of panels discussing the future of Muslim-Christian relations.
Mar 06, 2008	Leader in Fair Trade Coffee Movement to Speak at Georgetown Dean Cycon will speak to students about how entrepreneurs make meaningful change in the world.
Mar 04, 2008	Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright to Discuss New Book at Georgetown Albright will discuss her new book, Memo to the President Elect: How We Can Restore America's Reputation and Leadership.
Feb 25, 2008	Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean to Speak at Georgetown University DNC Chairman Howard Dean to speak at Georgetown University Black History Month event.
Feb 22, 2008	Director of Scripps Institution to Discuss Global Warming at Georgetown Director of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography discusses "Global Warming: 50 Years of Understanding of Climate Impacts."
Feb 22, 2008	Georgetown Launches Report Highlighting Urgent Foreign Policy Choices for the Next President Speakers will discuss the report's finding and analyze the “drivers of change” in world affairs, the range of American choices available, and the consequences of various policy choices.
Feb 22, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Bipartisan Discussion on Role of Faith in Politics Participants discuss how political parties have and should respond to U.S. Catholic bishops issuance of “Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship” as we look to the 2008 presidential election.
Feb 21, 2008	Experts Discuss U.S. Policy to Promote Religious Freedom at Georgetown Scholars, policymakers, experts and journalists from around the world will analyze the promotion of religious liberty around the world as a central element of American foreign policy, as mandated by the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998.
Feb 20, 2008	Thelma & Louise Live! A Film Screening and Book Signing Dr. Bernie Cook hosts a screening of Thelma & Louise, followed by a discussion and book signing of Cook's Thelma & Louise Live! The Cultural Afterlife of an American Film.
Feb 12, 2008	Texas Congressman and Republican Presidential Candidate Ron Paul to Speak at Georgetown University Texas Congressman and Republican Presidential Candidate Ron Paul to speak at Georgetown University.
Feb 08, 2008	The Honorable Condoleezza Rice to Speak at Georgetown Secretary Rice will deliver an address on Transformational Diplomacy.
Feb 01, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Lecture on Peace in Africa Archbishop Gonçalves will deliver a lecture, "Peace from Africa: The Mozqambique Story," to an audience of Georgetown students and faculty as part of the university's Pacem in Terris lecture series.
Jan 30, 2008	Georgetown University Joins National Teach-In on Global Warming Solutions for America Georgetown is participating in Focus the Nation’s Naitonal Teach-In on global warming solutions for America.
Jan 29, 2008	Georgetown Undergraduates Launch Report on Religious Advocacy Students and faculty present the findings of their report on religious advocacy in U.S. politics.
Jan 29, 2008	Georgetown Faculty Comment on the State of the Economy Georgetown faculty are available to comment on the national economy and it effect on international markets.
Jan 28, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Conference on Character-Based Leadership High school and college educators, ethicists and professionals to discuss the best means by which to integrate the fields of ethics, character and leadership education.
Jan 25, 2008	Congressman Charles B. Rangel to Speak at Georgetown University Congressman Charles B. Rangel (D-NY) will discuss Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy and public policy today.
Jan 24, 2008	Save the Cheerleader…Save the Whales: Hayden Panettiere to Speak at Georgetown University Hayden Panettiere, the NBC hit 'Heroes' actress will talk about her involvement with the Save the Whales Again! Campaign and Declare Yourself.
Jan 23, 2008	Georgetown Celebrates Jesuit Heritage Week Georgetown's seventh annual Jesuit Heritage Week planning committee, led by students, sponsors educational, spiritual and social events designed to celebrate and reaffirm the vibrancy and continuity of the University's Catholic, Jesuit identity.
Jan 22, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Algerian Salafi Jihadist Movement Adjunct Professor Noureddine Jebnoun will discuss his new paper, 'Is the Maghreb the 'Next Afghanistan'? Mapping the Radicalization of the Algerian Salafi Jihadist Movement,' and present video clips of Jihadist operations in Algeria.
Jan 16, 2008	Georgetown Honors Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with Musical Tribute Georgetown University and The Kennedy Center celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a free musical tribute.
Jan 15, 2008	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Faith and Politics in the 2008 Presidential Campaign Professor Jacques Berlinerblau will discuss his new book about the Bible in American politics and these key issues in the current election cycle.
Jan 14, 2008	First Lady Laura Bush to Speak at Georgetown First Lady Laura Bush delivers remarks at a meeting of the U.S.-Afghan Women's Council.
Jan 08, 2008	How Should We Elect Presidents? 2007 Nobel laureate, Eric Maskin, will discuss voting systems in the United States and other parts of the world, the results they produce and how changes to existing systems could elect different candidates.
Jan 02, 2008	Georgetown University Faculty Comment on Iowa Caucus and 2008 Primaries Georgetown faculty comment on the Iowa caucus and 2008 primary elections.
Dec 10, 2007	Statement by Georgetown University Spokesperson Julie Green Bataille
Dec 04, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Annapolis Middle East Peace Conference Panelists will participate in a discussion, "Return of the Peace Process? A Roundtable on the Annapolis Meeting."
Nov 28, 2007	Ballou High School Students Join Georgetown Undergrads in Presenting Results of Collaborative Projects Students will present the results of their work to improve Ballou High School to family members, teachers and community members.
Nov 27, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Russian Energy Company Gazprom and Global Energy Markets with Chairman of Gazprom Export, Alexander Medvedev Alexander Medvedev, chairman of Gazprom Export, will discuss Gazprom’s evolving role in global energy markets and vision for global energy security.
Nov 27, 2007	Georgetown Faculty Comment on Annapolis Mideast Conference Georgetown faculty comment on the Annapolis conference and possibilities for peace in the Middle East.
Nov 15, 2007	Georgetown Announces Journal on Globalization, Competitiveness and Governability Latin American former heads of state and business leaders to discuss competitiveness in the region.
Nov 14, 2007	NASA Administrator to Speak at Georgetown NASA Administrator Michael Griffin will discuss, 'Space Exploration: A Measure of American Collaboration.'
Nov 13, 2007	Georgetown Commemorates Life of Pedro Arrupe Georgetown University hosts an evening celebrating the centenary of the birth of the Very Rev. Pedro Arrupe, S.J. with the premier of an original documentary, reflections and a panel discussion.
Nov 12, 2007	Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad to Speak at Georgetown Khalilzad will discuss 'The United States, the United Nations and the Crisis in the Broader Middle East.'
Nov 12, 2007	President of Georgetown to Speak at State Department Conference President DeGioia will deliver a speech, "Promoting Security by Promoting Peace: The Role of the Global University," at the U.S. State Department.
Nov 09, 2007	Howard Rheingold to Speak at Georgetown University Howard Rheingold will deliver a lecture on the topic of Smart Mobs and the co-evolution of technology, media, and collective action.
Nov 08, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Book Discussion with Jorge Castañeda Castañeda will present and discuss with the panelists his new book "Ex Mex: From Migrants to Immigrants."
Nov 06, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Two-Day Conference on Morocco In the two-day conference, Morocco: Recent Trends and Future Prospects, scholars and government officials will gather to discuss Morocco in history, political culture in Morocco, and Moroccan literature and fiction
Nov 06, 2007	Bosnian President to Speak at Georgetown His Excellency Haris Silajdžic will deliver a lecture, Bosnia and Herzegovina: A Way Forward.
Nov 01, 2007	Former President of Finland Discusses Peacebuilding at Georgetown President Ahtisaari and Weber will present the key lessons drawn from their own experience, and that of the international community’s efforts, to build peace in fragile societies.
Oct 24, 2007	Top U.S. Officials Discuss Diplomacy in a Dangerous World at Georgetown Current and former U.S. diplomats will participate in a discussion, 'Diplomacy in a Dangerous World: A Conversation with America's Top Diplomats.'
Oct 24, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Conference on Economics and Geopolitics of Russian Energy Leading energy experts from the private sector, think tanks and academia will participate in a day-long conference about the economics and geopolitics of Russian energy.
Oct 24, 2007	Georgetown Honors Turkish Author Orhan Pamuk Georgetown will honor author Orhan Pamuk with the conferral of the degree Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa.
Oct 23, 2007	Georgetown to Welcome New D.C. Students, Expand Program
Oct 17, 2007	CEO of Blackboard to Speak at Georgetown Chasen will discuss the top five things he learned a Georgetown, and the top five things he learned in creating his company, Blackboard, Inc.
Oct 16, 2007	Larry Diamond to Discuss Struggle for Democracy Diamond will participate in a discussion on, “The Spirit of Democracy: The Struggle to Build Free Societies throughout the World.'
Oct 16, 2007	Georgetown Inaugurates Maksoud Chair in Arab Studies Adely will deliver a lecture, "Education for Development in the Arab World: Progress, Dilemmas and Choices" at the inauguration of the Clovis and Hala Salaam Maksoud Chair in Arab Studies.
Oct 16, 2007	Edward Hirsch to Receive Honorary Degree from Georgetown University Edward Hirsch, scholar of poetry and President of the Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, will be presented with an honorary degree from Georgetown University.
Oct 16, 2007	Edward Castronova to Speak at Georgetown University The Communication, Culture and Technology Program present a guest lecture by Edward Castronova based on his research in virtual environments and online gaming.
Oct 16, 2007	Caine Prize Winner in Residence at Georgetown University Winner of the 2007 Caine Prize for 'Jambula Tree,' Monica Arac de Nyeko will give a reading of her award-winning short story at Georgetown University.
Oct 11, 2007	Symposium on the State of West-Islamic Dialogue to be held at Georgetown University Georgetown University will bring together international thought leaders and public figures to address West-Islamic dialogue in its religious, political, and social dimensions.
Oct 10, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Symposium on Norman Mailer’s Armies of the Night Prominent writers, historians and scholars will participate in a day-long symposium marking the 40th anniversary of the historic march on the Pentagon and the literary significance of author Norman Mailer's Armies of the Night.
Oct 10, 2007	“Science & Society: Grand Challenges” Public Discussion Series Professor Francis Slakey opens his Monday night seminar class at Georgetown University to the public for the month of November for discussion of current issues in science and society.
Oct 09, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Memorial Symposium Honoring Jeane Kirkpatrick Scholars, government officials and business leaders will participate in panel discussions commemorating the life and work of University Professor Emerita Jeane Kirkpatrick.
Oct 04, 2007	Georgetown to Present Cristo Rey Founder with Honorary Degree Georgetown University will present Rev. John P. Foley, S.J., founder of the Cristo Rey Network of schools, with an honorary degree.
Oct 02, 2007	U.S. Latino Studies Scholars Host Book Signing and Discussion at Georgetown Professor Ricardo Ortiz and Joseph Palacios will participate in a book signing and discussion of their new works, in an event highlighting U.S. Latino scholarship at Georgetown.
Oct 02, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Book Signing and Discussion with Barbara Aziz Aziz will participate in a discussion and book signing of her new work, 'Swimming Up the Tigris, Real Life Encounters with Iraq.'
Sep 27, 2007	Presidential Candidate New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson to Speak About Moving America Forward After Iraq War Richardson will address modernizing the U.S. military in the wake of the Iraq war and the need for a 'New Realism' in foreign policy.
Sep 27, 2007	Statement by Georgetown University Spokesperson Julie Green Bataille
Sep 26, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Discussion with U.S. Rep. Nita Lowey (D-NY) Congresswoman Lowey will present a talk, 'Prospects for Peace in the Middle East.'
Sep 26, 2007	Center for Social Justice-Woodstock Forum to Explore Faith and Social Justice in a Pluralistic World 'The Faith that Does Justice in a Pluralistic World: Facing the Challenges and Imagining the Future' will bring together scholars and practitioners of various faith traditions to explore the role of faith in promoting and working for social justice.
Sep 24, 2007	In Concert: The Sounds of Desire with Heather Raffo and Amir ElSaffar at Georgetown Heather Raffo teams up with Amir ElSaffar for a dramatic evening of spoken word and music as part of Georgetown University’s Interfaith Arts Festival.
Sep 24, 2007	Georgetown's Davis Performing Arts Center Hosts Final Stop of Black Atlantic Project The Black Atlantic Project is an innovative, transatlantic artistic exchange that explores black culture on two continents.
Sep 21, 2007	'Reclaiming the Commons' Lecture by David Bollier
Sep 20, 2007	Georgetown University to host Christopher Hitchens and Alister McGrath for debate on Religious Belief in the Modern World The Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs at Georgetown University and The Ethics and Public Policy Center will host a debate on religious belief in the modern world, with Christopher Hitchens and Alister McGrath.
Sep 19, 2007	Screening of CW's new show 'Aliens in America' and panel to explore Post 9/11 tensions and television comedy Georgetown University will host a screening of two episodes of the CW’s new hit comedy 'Aliens in America' followed by a panel discussion with several Georgetown professors and the show's creators.
Sep 19, 2007	Conversations on Race
Sep 18, 2007	Georgetown Commemorates 60 Years of the National Security Council School of Foreign Service Dean Robert L. Gallucci will moderate a panel discussion with three former national security advisors on the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the National Security Council.
Sep 17, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on National Security Act Panelists will participate in a discussion, The National Security Act at 60: History, Implications and Future.
Sep 14, 2007	Statement by Georgetown University Spokesperson Julie Green Bataille
Sep 11, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Book Discussion with Washington Post Reporter Alec Klein Washington Post reporter Alec Klein will discuss his new book, A Class Apart: Prodigies, Pressure and Passion Inside One of America's Best High Schools at Georgetown.
Sep 06, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Event Commemorating Iraqi Poetess Nazik Al Mala'ika Georgetown hosts event commemorating the life and work of Nazik Al-Mala'ika, recognizing her contributions to Arabic literature as a woman and a poetess.
Sep 06, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Lecture with Ambassador Dennis Ross Ambassador Ross to discuss his new book and lecture on restoring America's standing in the Middle East.
Sep 06, 2007	Georgetown Commemorates Brazil's Independence Day As part of the celebrations for Brazil’s Independence, the Brazilian Studies Program at Georgetown University will be promoting an all day, open-air musical event
Sep 06, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Bipartisan Discussion on Approaching the War on Terror Georgetown hosts a panel discussion entitled 'Beyond 9/11 - a Bipartisan Approach to the War on Terror.
Aug 22, 2007	Statement by Georgetown University Spokesperson Julie Green Bataille
Aug 13, 2007	Georgetown University Alumni Set to Rock Performing Arts Center The Georgetown Entertainment and Media Alliance (GEMA) will present GEMA ROCKS 2007, the second annual all-alumni live concert and a revival of the legendary Georgetown Cabaret.
Jul 16, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Forum on School Choice in the Nation's Capital Scholars and practitioners gather to discuss the impacts of the DC Opportunity Scholarship Program after one year in a day-long conference hosted by Georgetown Public Policy Institute's School Choice Demonstration Project.
Jul 15, 2007	Statement by Georgetown University Spokesperson Julie Green Bataille
Jun 08, 2007	Statement by Georgetown University Spokesperson Julie Green Bataille
Jun 07, 2007	Georgetown to Host Conference on Long-Term Care Financing Georgetown University’s Long-Term Care Financing Project will a day-long conference to discuss and debate policy alternatives on the issue of long-term care financing.
Jun 04, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Lecture with Former President of Spain His Excellency Felipe González will deliver a lecture commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome.
May 21, 2007	Georgetown to Host Third Summit of Women Business Leaders 50 women business leaders from across the Middle East will join 50 American women business leaders to exchange views on management issues, business skills and the American business perspective.
May 19, 2007	Statement by Julie Green Bataille, Georgetown University Spokesperson
May 16, 2007	Georgetown Public Policy Institute Hosts DC Mayor Adrian Fenty at 2007 Commencement Celebration District of Columbia Mayor Adrian Fenty will address Georgetown Public Policy Institute’s class of 2007.
May 03, 2007	Georgetown Celebrates 50 Years of Scholarly Exchange between Colombia and the United States Scholars and professionals from the public and private sectors will gather to discuss Colombian politics, culture and society.
Apr 30, 2007	2007 Georgetown University Commencement Speakers Georgetown University will hold its two hundred and eighth commencement exercises from Thursday, May 17 - Sunday, May 20, 2007.
Apr 30, 2007	Georgetown to Host Rabbi David Rosen Rabbi David Rosen, President of the International Jewish Committee on Interreligious Consultations (IJCIC), will speak at Georgetown University on 'The Jewish Response to Nostra Ætate.'
Apr 27, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Mother Daughter Communication with Best-Selling Author Deborah Tannen The Georgetown University Women’s Center will host Professor Deborah Tannen for a discussion about her most recent book, 'You’re Wearing THAT?: Understanding Mothers and Daughters in Conversation.'
Apr 26, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Social and Cultural Aspects of Colombian Coffee
Apr 25, 2007	Georgetown Public Policy Institute Hosts Discussion on Climate Change with Tom Daschle and Christine Todd Whitman GPPI will host the next in the series of 'Conversations with Daschle' with special guest Christine Todd Whitman.
Apr 20, 2007	Georgetown Students Participate in Overnight Relay for Life More than 1,500 Georgetown students, faculty, staff and family members will participate in an overnight Relay for Life to support the American Cancer Society.
Apr 19, 2007	The Honorable Stephanie Herseth Sandlin to Speak at Georgetown Rep. Sandlin will deliver the annual Marver Bernstein Lecture, “Constituents, Committees & Caucuses: Finding the Balance for the Common Good.'
Apr 16, 2007	Australian Author Thomas Keneally to Speak at Georgetown Author Thomas Keneally will deliver the 2007 ANZAC Lecture, 'ANZAC and the Australian Imagination.'
Apr 13, 2007	Georgetown to Host Inaugural Festival of Interfaith Arts Georgetown University’s Program in Performing Arts will host The Children of Abraham, a week-long festival of interfaith arts drawing on the cultural and spiritual traditions of the Jewish, Christian, and Islamic communities, as well as other communities of faith.
Apr 13, 2007	Georgetown to Host Symposium on Faith-Based NGOs and Global Development Policy
Apr 12, 2007	Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright to Discuss International Development at Georgetown Albright and de Soto will participate in a discussion, 'Legal Empowerment: Building Stable Societies and Economic Democracy in the Developing World.'
Apr 12, 2007	Georgetown Literary Festival Explores the Poetry of Northern Ireland Georgetown’s Lannan Literary Programs will host poetry readings, talks, and roundtable discussions with some of Northern Ireland’s most renowned poets.
Apr 11, 2007	Georgetown Professor Presents Lecture on Blues and Bossa Nova Brazilionist Bryan McCann will explore the early combination of improvisational elements from blues and jazz with samba rhythms in the bossa nova revolution of the late 1950s and '60s.
Apr 10, 2007	Georgetown to Host Panel on What it Means to be Muslim in America A distinguished panel of journalists, religious scholars, and a Muslim rock star will explore and debate how being a Muslim can complement or conflict with the American way of life.
Apr 09, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Newsweek Conference on Environmental Leadership with Keynote Address by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger Georgetown University welcomes industry leaders, scholars, and policymakers for panel discussions examining the greatest environmental challenges facing the world. The Honorable Arnold Schwarzenegger, Governor of California, will deliver the keynote address.
Apr 05, 2007	Former President of Spain to Participate in Event on Future of Latin America Following a discussion on "A Bipartisan Vision of Latin America," President Aznar will present and discuss the FAES report, "Latin America: An Agenda for Freedom."
Apr 04, 2007	“Lucifer Effect” Author to Speak at Georgetown Philip Zimbardo will read from his latest book The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil. Following the reading, he will lead a discussion about the many reasons people are susceptible to the lure of “the dark side.”
Apr 03, 2007	Muslim Scholar Barred from U.S. to Speak at Georgetown University via Satellite Georgetown University's Berkley Center for Religion, Peace and World Affairs will host three conversations (via satellite) with prominent Muslim scholar Tariq Ramadan, addressing topics of Islam-West relations.
Apr 02, 2007	Georgetown Basketball Season Celebration
Apr 02, 2007	Georgetown to Host Roundtable on Universal Health Insurance The Georgetown Public Policy Institute with the O’Neill Institute on Health Law at the Georgetown Law Center will sponsor a roundtable to discuss the renewed interest in universal health insurance in the U.S.
Mar 30, 2007	Georgetown Final Four Gamewatch
Mar 28, 2007	Former President of the National Bank of Poland to Discuss EU Economics at Georgetown Balcerowicz will present a lecture, 'Membership in the EU: Economic Prospects of the New Member States.'
Mar 23, 2007	Georgetown to Host Symposium on Evangelicals and Foreign Policy Georgetown University will bring together Evangelical leaders and academics in two panel discussions to discuss the growing input of Evangelicals in international affairs.
Mar 21, 2007	Georgetown Brings National Security Conference to Capitol Hill Leading professionals from government, academia, think-tanks, non-profits and private business will gather on Capitol Hill for Securing Our Nation’s Future, Georgetown Public Policy Institute's 13th annual conference.
Mar 20, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Panel on Women in American Politics Participants will discuss the current political landscape for women voters and women running for office across the country.
Mar 19, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Panel Discussion on Privatization of U.S. National Security Panelists will discuss legal and political issues related to the privatization of U.S. national security.
Mar 19, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Conference on Standardization and Innovation The 2007 Standards Edge Conference Stimulating vs. Stifling: Standardization’s Role in Innovation will bring together diverse experts in policy, trade, law, standardization, information and communications technology (ICT) for frank interaction and cooperation.
Mar 15, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Two-Day Symposium on Islamist Politics The symposium brings together distinguished scholars and specialists from the Middle East, Europe and the United States to explore different dimensions of Islamist politics.
Mar 15, 2007	Georgetown Welcomes Acclaimed British Novelist Courttia Newland Newland will give a public reading of his most recent works.
Mar 14, 2007	Statement by Julie Green Bataille, Georgetown University Spokesperson
Mar 13, 2007	Renowned Journalist Bill Lueders to Speak at Georgetown Bill Lueders, journalist and author, will discuss political reaction to his acclaimed book, Cry Rape.
Mar 09, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Conference on U.S. Capital Markets Competitiveness Treasury Secretary Henry M. Paulson, Jr. will host a conference to examine issues affecting U.S. capital markets competitiveness.
Mar 09, 2007	Nobel Peace Prize Winner Muhammad Yunus to Speak at Georgetown on Microenterprise and Poverty Alleviation 2006 Nobel Peace Prize Winner Dr. Muhammad Yunus will address the Georgetown University community on issues of microenterprise and global poverty alleviation.
Mar 07, 2007	Archbishop of Nagasaki to Speak at Georgetown on Japan's Potential Remilitarization The Most Rev. Mitsuaki Takami, Archbishop of Nagasaki, will speak at Georgetown University on 'Political Non-Violence and the Threat of a Remilitarized Asia Pacific.'
Mar 06, 2007	Chair of Bishops' Committee for the Protection of Children and Young People to Speak at Georgetown Bishop Gregory Aymond, Chair of the Bishops' Committee for the Protection of Children and Young People, will speak about what has been done to redress the wrongs of the clergy sexual abuse situation, and what remains to be done.
Mar 06, 2007	Georgetown to Host Major Conference on Religion and Human Rights Kenneth Ward, Executive Director of Human Rights Watch, will keynote a major conference on Religion and the Global Politics of Human Rights
Feb 28, 2007	Former Norwegian Prime Minister to Speak At Georgetown on Interreligious Dialogue His Excellency Kjell Magne Bondevik, former Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Norway, will deliver remarks on interreligious dialogue as part of Georgetown University's Nostra Ætate lecture series.
Feb 27, 2007	Former French President Valéry Giscard d'Estaing to Speak at Georgetown Former President d'Estaing will deliver a lecture commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome, establishing the European Economic Community, on 'The Relationship between the United Europe and the USA in the World of the 21st Century.'
Feb 23, 2007	Norwegian Foreign Minister to Discuss Energy Demands and Security Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs to discuss energy demands and security needs in a talk at Georgetown.
Feb 23, 2007	Georgetown Hosts 3rd Annual Conference on Infectious Disease The conference will include three keynote presentations and three symposia relating to research, clinical applications and the policy, legal and ethical considerations pertaining to infectious diseases.
Feb 16, 2007	Georgetown to Present Honorary Degree to Author Cynthia Ozick Georgetown University will honor author Cynthia Ozick with the conferral of the degree Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa, for her acuity in engaging the conundrums that face the Jewish people and for her mastery of the writer's craft.
Feb 15, 2007	Renowned Author Cynthia Ozick to Speak at Georgetown As the keynote event of the Program for Jewish Civilization's two-day conference, 'Transcending Boundaries: A Conference on Jewish Languages, Identitiesa nd Cultures,' Ozick will participate in a discussion with Visiting Professor and PJC Director Jacques Berlinerblau.
Feb 13, 2007	Activist Kimmie Weeks to Speak at Georgetown Child rights activist Kimmie Weeks to deliver a speech, 'Youth, War, and Peace in Africa.'
Feb 13, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Half-Day Conference on Iraq The conference will bring together leading foreign policy experts to analyze the current state of the War in Iraq and the approaching endgame.
Feb 09, 2007	Georgetown Literary Festival Explores Liberation Movements and Neoliberalism Georgetown’s Lannan Literary Programs hosts “Writers, Masses, Multitudes: Liberation Movements and the Neoliberal World Order,” a two-day literary symposium and festival featuring Kenyan novelist Ngugi wa Thiong’o.
Feb 07, 2007	Former Presidents of Spain and Poland to Discuss NATO and the War on Terror Following the November 2006 meeting in Riga, Latvia of the leaders of 26 NATO member countries, Presidents Aznar and Kwasniewski will participate in a discussion, 'NATO and the War on Terror After the Riga Summit.'
Feb 05, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Lecture with General Anthony Zinni Gen. Zinni will participate in a discussion, "The Battle for Peace: A Frontline Vision of America's Power and Purpose."
Feb 02, 2007	Former President of Poland to Discuss Russia, Poland and European Energy Security Former President Kwasniewski will discuss Russia, Poland and European Energy Security in a speech at Georgetown.
Feb 01, 2007	Woodstock Theological Center at Georgetown Hosts Panels on Young Adult Catholics The Woodstock Theological Center hosts two panels that will examine from all angles the experiences of young adult Catholics. The panels will include college students and recent graduates, scholars and professionals.
Jan 30, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Conference on Poland and Judaism The day-long conference, Poland and Judaism Today: Understanding a New Era in Polish-Jewish and Polish Israeli Relations, explores diplomatic, economic, cultural and security relations between Poland and Israel; the impact of the Holocaust on Poles and Polish-Jews today; and Jewish communities in Poland.
Jan 30, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Film Screening, Discussion on King Abdulaziz and the Building of Modern Saudi Arabia Panelists will participate in a discussion following a screening of the film, 'Abdulaziz.'
Jan 28, 2007	Georgetown University Jesuit Community Mourns the Passing of Rev. Robert F. Drinan, S.J. Rev. John Langan, S.J., Rector of the Georgetown University Jesuit Community, issues statement mourning the passing of beloved Jesuit professor.
Jan 28, 2007	Georgetown University Mourns the Passing of Rev. Robert F. Drinan, S.J. Georgetown University President John J. DeGioia and Georgetown University Law Center Dean T. Alex Aleinikoff mourn the passing of beloved Georgetown professor.
Jan 24, 2007	Former NY Governor George Pataki to Speak at Georgetown Former NY Governor George Pataki will deliver a speech, 'A Way Forward in Iraq.'
Jan 24, 2007	Georgetown Faculty Comment on State of the Union Address Last night, President Bush delivered the sixth State of the Union address of his presidency and his first before a Democratically controlled Congress. Georgetown faculty comment on the address and examine the implications of the president’s proposals.
Jan 22, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Debate on Terrorist Threat Posed by Weapons of Mass Destruction SFS Dean Robert Gallucci and Professor Daniel Byman will participate in a debate on 'The Threat of WMD Terrorism.' The debate is intended to highlight the key issues facing policymakers as they grapple with this threat.
Jan 19, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Development in War-Torn Countries Dr. Antonia Neubauer will discuss how her NGO, READ Global, uses library community centers as a nexus for rural educational, economic and community development worldwide.
Jan 16, 2007	IMF Managing Director to Speak at Georgetown IMF Managing Director Rodrigo de Rato will deliver a lecture, Meeting Global Economic Challenges: How Europe Can Support a Multilateral Approach.
Jan 16, 2007	Barbara Feinman Todd to Speak at Georgetown Barbara Feinmen Todd will speak on ghostwriting, editing and research for senators, journalists, business leaders and several high-profile books.
Jan 16, 2007	David Cole to Speak on 'Why We Are Losing the War on Terrorism' Georgetown University Professor of Law David Cole will present remarks titled 'Less Safe, Less Free: Why We Are Losing the War on Terror.'
Jan 11, 2007	Georgetown Faculty Comment on President Bush's Plan to Increase Troops in Iraq President Bush announced plans to commit additional troops to Iraq. Georgetown faculty comment on the implications of the planned increase and Congress' response.
Jan 11, 2007	Georgetown Hosts Series of Events in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Georgetown University hosts a series of events celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a series of events over a week.
Jan 10, 2007	Assistant Secretary of State Ellen Sauerbrey to Speak at Georgetown on World Migrants and Refugees Day Secretary Sauerbrey will discuss the needs and problems, as well as the positive possibilities for migrant families in a speech marking World Migrants and Refugees Day.
Jan 10, 2007	Georgetown Honors Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with Musical Tribute Georgetown University and The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a free musical tribute on Monday, January 15, 2007 at 6 p.m. in The Kennedy Center Concert Hall.
Jan 08, 2007	Georgetown hosts panel on Countering Extremism in Muslim-Western Relations
Dec 07, 2006	Bishop Donald Trautman to Speak at Georgetown on the Role of Liturgy 'A Conversation with Bishop Trautman,' Chair of the Committee on Liturgy of the United States Conference of Cathoic Bishops, will begin the 25th anniversary celebration of the Georgetown Center for Liturgy.
Dec 05, 2006	New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson Speaks on Immigration at Georgetown Gov. Richardson will deliver an address on immigration and border control. Following the speech, he will take questions from the Georgetown community.
Dec 04, 2006	Danish Editor to Speak at Georgetown on the Mohammed Cartoon Controversy: 'One Year Later' Flemming Rose, the editor responsible for publishing the Danish Mohammed Cartoons in 2005, will look back on the controversy and its implications. He will be joined by Aiman Mazyek, General Secretary of the leading Muslim organization in Germany.
Dec 01, 2006	First Lady Laura Bush to Speak at Georgetown First Lady Laura Bush will participate in a presentation on the U.S.-Afghan Women's Council.
Nov 29, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Book Release Party for Ethnography of “New Economy” Assistant Professor of Anthropology Melissa Fisher launches her new book, Frontiers of Capital: Ethnographic Reflections on the New Economy, at Georgetown University on November 30, 2006.
Nov 28, 2006	Georgetown Students Celebrate Christmas with D.C. Homeles Children Georgetown University students will host 200 children from area homeless shelters for the second annual 'Christmas in the City' celebration.
Nov 27, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Meeting of White House Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board First public meeting of The White House Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board to include government experts and representatives from non-governmental organizations will be held at Georgetown University on Tuesday, December 5, 2006.
Nov 15, 2006	Georgetown to Present Honorary Degree to Karen Armstrong Author Karen Armstrong will receive an honorary degree from Georgetown University in recognition of her work in promoting interreligious dialogue.
Nov 14, 2006	Speakers to Discuss Challenge of Nuclear Terrorism Panelists will participate in a discussion, 'Nuclear Terrorism: The Challenge of Today.'
Nov 13, 2006	Georgetown Students Host South Asian Cultural Performance Showcase Members of the Georgetown University South Asian Society and various other student groups collaborate in a sold-out performance highlighting the rich music, dance, folklore and culture of South Asia in the largest on-campus cultural performance, Rangila.
Nov 13, 2006	Rabbi Irving Greenberg Delivers Annual Lecture on Jewish-Catholic Relations Rabbi Irving Greenberg delivers a lecture, 'What Can We Do for an Encore? The Next Stage of Jewish-Catholic Relations,' as part of the annual Herman Allen 'Hal' Israel (C'92) Endowed Lectureship in Jewish-Catholic Relations.
Nov 10, 2006	Renowned Scholar Paul Kennedy Discusses Past, Present and Future of the UN Yale University Professor Paul Kennedy will discuss themes from his recent book, The Parliament of Man: The Past, Present and Future of the United Nations (Random House, 2006).
Nov 10, 2006	Retired Air Force Colonel Kim Olson Discusses New Book at Georgetown Colonel Kim Olson, USAF (Ret.) discusses her new book, Iraq and Back: Inside the War to Win the Peace.
Nov 10, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Panel on Communication Technologies and the Elderly Speakers will participate in “Communicating Effectively to an Aging Population,” the third of four panel discussions on evaluating communications in a globalized world.
Nov 09, 2006	Panelists Discuss Impact of the Midterm Elections on U.S. Foreign Policy Distinguished panelists discuss impact of 2006 midterm elections on U.S. foreign policy at Georgetown.
Nov 09, 2006	Is Torture Effective?: Psychologists, Former Interrogators Hold Press Conference to Release Preliminary Findings Former U.S. interrogator and prominent psychologists will discuss preliminary findings from a groundbreaking analysis of the effectiveness of torture.
Nov 08, 2006	Georgetown Faculty Comment on Replacement of Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld President Bush announced today that he will replace U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld with former CIA director Robert Gates. Georgetown University faculty members comment on the implications of the change.
Nov 06, 2006	Georgetown Lauinger Library Hosts Lecture on Lessons of Disaster Lauinger Library in conjunction with Georgetown University Press present a lecture with author Tom Birkland on the lessons learned after the wake of a disaster.
Nov 02, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Memoir Writing with Author Helen Epstein Nationally recognized author and journalist Helen Epstein visits Georgetown to discuss memoir writing from the perspective of a practicing journalist and author of celebrated memoirs.
Oct 31, 2006	Georgetown Statement on Lecture Fund Invitation to Chris Simcox, Founder and President of the Minuteman Civil Defense Corps University statement regarding the Nov. 1, 2006 lecture by Chris Simcox the founder and president of the Minuteman Civil Defense Corps on the campus of Georgetown University.
Oct 27, 2006	UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan to Receive Honorary Degree and Deliver 2006 Oliver Tambo Lecture Georgetown University will honor UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan with a Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa. After the honorary degree ceremony, Annan will address the Georgetown community with the 2006 Oliver Tambo Lecture.
Oct 27, 2006	Georgetown Students Host Latin Cultural Performances In conjunction with Georgetown University Latino student groups, the Georgetown Latino student community comes together to host a variety of cultural performances.
Oct 25, 2006	Ballou High School Students to Present 'Learning By Doing Democracy' Findings at Georgetown University Students from Ballou Senior High School and Georgetown University will present the findings of their participatory democracy and civic engagement projects conducted over the last two months.
Oct 25, 2006	Conference on the Trafficking of Persons to be held at Georgetown Students Stopping the Trafficking of People (SSTOP) and Georgetown University host 'Trafficked,' a conference dedicated to raising awareness of the practice of modern day slavery.
Oct 24, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Nuclear Proliferation in North Korea and Iran Panelists will participate in a discussion, 'The Challenge of Nuclear Proliferation: North Korea and Iran.'
Oct 24, 2006	Former President of Spain and Author Vargas Llosa to Discuss Culture and Politics at Georgetown Former President José María Aznar and author Mario Vargas Llosa participate in a dialogue about culture and politics in Latin America
Oct 24, 2006	Ethics of Eating panel to be held at Georgetown University The Woodstock Theological Center at Georgetown University will host a forum exploring the ethical issues involved with the production of genetically modified organisms in agriculture.
Oct 23, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Discussion and Film Screening about Jews in India A film screening of Salaam Shalom: The Jews of India will be held, followed by a panel discussion.
Oct 19, 2006	Mohamed ElBaradei to Discuss Nuclear Issues at Georgetown Mohamed ElBaradei of the IAEA will participate in a discussion with SFS Dean Robert Gallucci on nuclear issues, and he will receive the 26th annual Jit Trainor Award for Distinction in the Conduct of Diplomacy.
Oct 17, 2006	President of the International Committee of the Red Cross to Speak at Georgetown Jakob Kellenberger, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, will discuss the challenges faced by international humanitarian law in his speech at Georgetown.
Oct 17, 2006	John Prendergast to Speak at Georgetown on the Situation in Darfur John Prendergast will deliver a speech, 'Stopping the Genocide in Darfur.'
Oct 17, 2006	Dutch Foreign Minister to Speak at Georgetown Foreign Minister Bernard Bot will deliver a speech, 'Saving Democracy in a World of Change.'
Oct 17, 2006	Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia to Keynote Civic Education Conference at Georgetown University A keynote address by Supreme Court Associate Justice Scalia will open conference on 'The Future of Civic Education in America.'
Oct 16, 2006	President of Liberia to Speak at Georgetown Her Excellency Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, President of the Republic of Liberia, will give the fifth annual Goldman Sachs Distinguished Lecture.
Oct 13, 2006	Georgetown Students Host Conference on International Development Local college students convene to focus on ways to promote initiatives on international development and the Millennium Development Goals on their campuses.
Oct 13, 2006	Hugh Price to Speak at Georgetown on 'The Next Civil Rights Frontier' Civil rights leader Hugh Price will deliver the Georgetown Public Policy Institute's 5th annual Whittington Lecture.
Oct 12, 2006	'Securing the Common Good' Conference to be held at Georgetown University The Center for American Progress will hold a half-day conference on the common good at Georgetown University, with a keynote address by President William J. Clinton, opening remarks by Rep. Kendrick Meek (D-Fla.), and a morning plenary panel.
Oct 11, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Launch of Universities Fighting World Hunger Initiative The launch of 'Universities Fighting World Hunger' at Georgetown University will include a full-day program with speeches by leaders in the hunger fight and a press conference announcing the initiative.
Oct 10, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on Future of Ukraine Panelists will participate in the discussion, 'Ukraine's Prospects: Assessing the Orange Revolution after Two Years.'
Oct 10, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Discussion on New Detainee Legislation Panelists will address issues surrounding the Military Commissions Act of 2006.
Oct 06, 2006	The Honorable Randall L. Tobias to Speak at Georgetown Ambassador Randall Tobias will discuss the future of humanitarian relief at the fourth annual Fritz Institute Lecture on Humanitarian Relief.
Oct 03, 2006	Georgetown to Host Economic Policy Speech by Rep. Nancy Pelosi House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi will deliver a major speech outlining Democrats' commitment to restoring the economic security of working families, and promoting economic security for all Americans.
Oct 02, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Lecture on Spain with HRH D. Felipe de Borbón, Prince of Asturias HRH and guest lecturer Stanley Payne will participate in a lecture on 'Spain in the Twenty-First Century: Achievements and Challenges.'
Sep 29, 2006	Turkish Prime Minister to Speak at Georgetown His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Prime Minister of the Republic of Turkey, will deliver an address, 'Turkey's Message for Global Peace and Justice.'
Sep 29, 2006	Georgetown to Host Forum on Just War, Lasting Peace Contributors to the book, Just War, Lasting Peace, will participate in a panel exploring 'What makes a war just?' and 'What makes peace possible?'
Sep 29, 2006	Georgetown to Inaugurate Lecture Series on "Nostra Ætate and Beyond" Rev. Thomas Stransky, C.S.P., will present the first of four inaugural lectures, titled, 'The Genesis of Nostra Ætate: How the Changes of Vatican II Included Jewish Relations and Interreligious Dialogue.' Stransky's lecture is the first in a series sponsored by the Office of the President on the 40th anniversary of the of the Second Vatican Council's document on interreligious dialogue, Nostra Ætate.
Sep 27, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Panel Discussion on Voting, Communications and Our Democracy Georgetown University Communication, Culture and Technology Program presents the second of four panel discussions evaluating the state of communications in our globalized society.
Sep 27, 2006	D.C. High School Students to Tout Benefits From Summer Program in Costa Rica 30 D.C. high-school students will hold a press conference to present their research findings on Latin American culture from on a study abroad program to Costa Rica.
Sep 26, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Lecture on Nuclear Power Helen Caldicott, president of the Nuclear Policy Research Institute, will discuss and sign her new book, 'Nuclear Power is Not the Answer.'
Sep 25, 2006	Greek Foreign Minister Dora Bakoyannis to Speak at Georgetown Greek Foreign Minister Dora Bakoyannis will deliver an address, 'The Evolution of Europe and the U.S.: Synthesis or Antithesis?'
Sep 22, 2006	Georgetown to host Conference on Deus Caritas Est On Saturday, September 23, 2006, Georgetown University will host a morning conference on Pope Benedict XVI's encyclical letter Deus Caritas Est, 'God is Love,' with presentations byAmerican Jesuit theologian and cardinal of the Catholic Church Avery Cardinal Dulles, S.J., and the Vatican's humanitarian pointman, Archbishop Paul Josef Cordes, President of the Pontifical Council Cor Unum.
Sep 21, 2006	His Excellency Hamid Karzai, President of Afghanistan, to Receive Honorary Degree at Georgetown Georgetown University will honor President Hamid Karzai with a Doctor of Laws, honoris causa.
Sep 19, 2006	Senator Barack Obama to Speak at Georgetown Senator Barack Obama will be discussing the future of clean energy in the United States.
Sep 18, 2006	Professors Mearsheimer and Walt to Speak at Georgetown Mearsheimer and Walt, who have collaborated on several pieces about the Middle East, will discuss their recent working paper, The Israel Lobby and U.S. Foreign Policy, and its response in the academic, political and social spheres.
Sep 14, 2006	Former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright Discusses Religion and World Affairs at Georgetown Former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright presents the 4th Richard W. Snowdon Lecture, 'Reflections on America, God and World Affairs.'
Sep 13, 2006	Civic, Religious, Education and Cultural Leaders to Celebrate Constitution Day with Dramatic Reading of Constitution at Georgetown University On the evening of September 18, 2006, People For the American Way Foundation (PFAWF) and Georgetown University will co-sponsor a reading of the U.S. Constitution at Georgetown University in celebration of Constitution Day, bringing together some of the country’s leading figures from the worlds of government, religion, education and the arts.
Sep 11, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Panel Discussion on Communications in an Unstable World Communications Culture and Technology program to host panel titled 'Wanted--Chief Marketing Officer of Democracy,' a look into the state of globalized communications.
Sep 07, 2006	Anthony Appiah to Speak at Georgetown University Five Years After September 11, 2001 Anthony Appiah, internationally renowned scholar and public intellectual, will address 'What's Special About Religious Disputes?'
Sep 07, 2006	Nonviolence in the Age of Terrorism Conference to be held at Georgetown University The M.K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence and the Georgetown University Program on Justice & Peace will host a conference on nonviolence in the age of Terrorism on Sunday, September 10.
Sep 07, 2006	Georgetown University Memorial Service to Commemorate September 11, 2001 Georgetown University will hold a memorial service on Monday, September 11, to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Sep 06, 2006	U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff to Speak at Georgetown U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff will discuss the challenges facing us and the Department's role in keeping America safe in this age of terrorism in a speech,'September 11: Five Years Later.'
Aug 31, 2006	Georgetown Experts Debate Foreign Aid Former USAID Administrator Andrew Natsios and Associate Professor Carol Lancaster participate in a debate about foreign aid.
Aug 29, 2006	Hundreds of Georgetown Students to Participate in Community Service Day More than 500 new Georgetown University students will participate in Georgetown's annual Community Service Day on Saturday, September 2, volunteering at twenty-five locations around the Washington, D.C. area.
Aug 09, 2006	Georgetown Hosts Student Research Symposium for Non-Native English Speakers The English for Heritage Language Speakers Program will host the first annual Student Final Research Symposium, featuring presentations by members of the 2006 graduating class.