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ΜΑΝΟΣ ΤΡΑΧΙΑΣ™ @trahias.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Bibi Zogbé (Lebanese, 1890–1975) "Lebanese Thistles", 1952. Oil on Hardboard, 53 × 42 cm. Private Collection. #art #painting #artist #BlueSkyArt

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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Colombian artist Doris Salcedo, installation, Istanbul Biennial, 2003, over 1600 chairs, urban art project #WomensArt

Photo of over one thousand wooden chairs stacked together in a gap between two buildings, a man walks by showing the huge scale of the installation at three storeys high

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Join us at the 2026 SPIA Involvement Fair on Thursday, August 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Tate Grand Hall to learn more about SPIA-related organizations, programs, and opportunities. Whatever your interest, there's a place for you at SPIA!

The Hairy Dawg mascot poses for a picture with UGA students

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Here are just a few reasons to work with us: 1. Top 20 Political Science program: research.com/university-r... 2. Top 5 school of Public Affairs: www.usnews.com/best-graduat... 3. #1 College Town: www.southernliving.com/best-college... 4. The best colleagues & students anywhere in the world

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

If you're a new or transferring student who needs an intro class that serves as a prerequisite for our upper-level courses, you're in luck as we've just added a new section of INTL 3300 to our fall schedule. Register today!

Just added to our Fall 2026 schedule INTL 3300 with Dr. Christina Walker CRN 61528 meeting Tuesday-Thursday 11:35-12:55 Candler Hall B04

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

We are proud to announce that the Department of International Affairs is now home to the Peace Science Society! The society advances scholarship on conflict and conflict resolution. Dr. Idean Salehyan serves as the Executive Director. Learn more - spia.uga.edu/advancing-ug...

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josecpalop @josecpalop.bsky.social · 08/02/2025

Gentle Sunset. Elena Lukina Latvian artist

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Grad students! There are still seats available in these great classes for the upcoming semester!

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Jan @janstreit.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Ukrainian artist, Ekaterina Lemesheva

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Congratulations to Minjin Choi, winner of the 2026 SPIA Graduate Student Excellence in Teaching Award! Minjin was recognized for her exceptional teaching and contributions to student development.

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Zimmermann, winner of the 2026 SPIA Excellence in Research Award! Dr. Zimmermann was recognized by the School of Public and International Affairs for "publishing some of the most cutting-edge research while positively influencing human well-being."

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

We don't talk enough about Reviewer #3. The one who is very nice and complimentary of your paper, then proceeds to micromanage it.

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Congratulations to the newest Ph.D. from @ugaintl.bsky.social, Dr. Solbi Kim! She successfully defended her dissertation this week, with the support of committee members Shane Singh, Markus Crepaz and Alexa Bankert. Congrats, Dr. Kim!

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Gallagher on receiving the Morehead/Bullock Outstanding Honors Faculty Award and to Dr. Saglam on receiving the Floyd C. Newton, Jr. Outstanding Honors Faculty Award. Both are recognized for their superior teaching, mentoring, and dedication to students!

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Professor Shane Singh and his colleagues have a brand new article at Political Psychology: "Do emotions drive the link between winning and satisfaction with democracy? Leveraging the Super Bowl, the World Cup, and The Lion King" Check it out here: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Join us on February 27 for a guest lecture by Idean Salehyan of the University of North Texas. Titled “Politics and Protest in Contemporary Iran,” the talk will examine the roots and consequences of Iran’s recent unrest. The event begins at 10:00 a.m. in the Punaro Room, fourth floor of Baldwin Hall

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Professor Jeff Berejikian and co-authors have a new article at International Political Science Review: "The Causes and Consequences of Public Misperceptions About the Origins of the Russo-Ukrainian War" Read it here: journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

I'm sorry, but a 5,000 word peer review of a 7,000 word journal submission is totally inappropriate.

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Meet our star students! Justin Cohen is a senior majoring in Political Science and International Affairs, and he has completed the Richard B. Russell Security Leadership Program. In 2025, he was a delegate in the U.S. Congress-Republic of Korea National Assembly Exchange Program.

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Professor Emeritus Dr. Han S. Park. Dr. Park taught at UGA for 45 years and was the founding director of the Center for the Study of Global Issues (GLOBIS), where he played a pivotal role in Track II diplomacy.

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

When I go to Google News, there are no stories about the protests in Iran. Why is that?

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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 08/01/2026

The last time the U.S. women won an Olympic singles figure skating medal of any kind was in 2006. The last gold? 2002. But this year, the United States seems poised to end at least that first drought — which puts some weight on the selection for Milan.

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Spoiler: expanding youth education on nuclear weapons is important.

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Received an email from a prospective Ph.D. student: "Your research on [insert specific topic or paper related to their expertise] closely aligns with the theoretical direction and methodology of my proposed work." Finally recognized for my specific topic or paper related to my expertise!

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

The deadline for these positions has been extended! Applications submitted by DECEMBER 1 will receive full consideration.

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Announcing the newest Ph.D. out of @ugaintl.bsky.social: Dr. Shannon Martin! Dr. Martin defended her dissertation and will continue her work as a professor at Southern Adventist University. Thanks to her committee @meganturnbull.bsky.social & Shane Singh for their guidance. Congrats, Dr. Martin!

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

International Affairs student (and Truman Scholar and ROTC cadet and all-around star) Mercedes Bengs is featured in UGA's Annual Report! Check out the profile here: par.uga.edu/profiles/mer...

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

We are proud to announce that the Department of International Affairs and the Benson-Bertsch Center for International Trade and Security are home to the newest chapter of the Institute of Nuclear Materials Management! INMM at UGA welcomes students from across campus interested in nuclear careers!

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Meet our star students! Hannah Jones is a sophomore majoring in International Affairs and Political Science. On campus, she is an active student leader, serving as a tour guide with the UGA Visitors Center, a Student Government Peer Leader, a Propel Rural Scholar, and a SPIA Ambassador!

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Join our growing and dynamic faculty! And let me know if you have any questions about these positions.

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Some noteworthy events coming up in the next few days include Fall Break tomorrow, a football game of some consequence in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, and the clocks go back an hour at 2 am Sunday morning! Yes, we're still doing that.

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Welcome to UGA's Department of International Affairs! A special message for our Students, Parents, Faculty, Alumni, Friends, and Visitors: spia.uga.edu/departments-...

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Join us for a symposium recognizing the 25th anniversary of UNSCR1325 on "Women, Peace and Security", taking place on Friday, October 24 at UGA's Special Collections Library. The event will feature a discussion from 10:15 -11 AM with two SPIA alumni, Hannah Proctor and Katie Mann.

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Very cool to see one of my studies (from @isq-jrnl.bsky.social) depicted graphically like this. Thanks to Ben Reese, Pat James and the whole team at the Visual International Relations Project (VIRP)! Check out all their great work at visualinternationalrelationsproject.com

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Congrats to Dr. Saglam on her selection into the Fulbright Specialist Program! An initiative of the US Department of State, the Fulbright Specialist Program is a unique opportunity for US academics & established professionals to engage in project-based exchanges at host institutions across the globe

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

Did you know that UGA’s Department of International Affairs is one of the only IR departments in the country staffed almost entirely by political scientists? Formerly part of the Poli Sci dept, we now bring a political science lens to the study of IR & comparative politics.

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Today is a big day, and this year is a big year! To kick off SPIA's 25th Anniversary celebration, today is SPIA Giving Day. We hope you will support this amazing institution. You can even purchase a brick, with your custom inscription! Go Dawgs! give.uga.edu/funders/spia...

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SPIA Giving Day 2025

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UGA Department of International Affairs @ugaintl.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Join us on Sept 4 at 5pm at Creature Comforts Brewery (271 W. Hancock Ave, Athens) for a discussion about Refugee Resettlement as part of their "Get Comfortable" Community Impact Series.

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

FWIW, this is the best place I've ever worked. I'm happy to answer any questions if you're interested!

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Very timely insights on the future of advanced nuclear technologies, and what it means for nonproliferation efforts. Check out the new report from the Benson-Bertsch Center for International Trade and Security: spia.uga.edu/wp-content/u...

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Justin Conrad @justinconrad.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

GLOBIS at UGA is great place to work!

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