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A New São Paulo Office To Expand Sciences Po’s Presence in Latin America and the Caribbean

A space to deepen ties with the region, raise awareness of our academic offerings, and support alumni in their professional integration across the continent.

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A New São Paulo Office To Expand Sciences Po’s Presence in Latin America and the Caribbean

A space to deepen ties with the region, raise awareness of our academic offerings, and support alumni in their professional integration across the continent.

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Is Religious Radicalism at the Heart of Global Change?

Interview, Alain Dieckhoff, the editor, and Denis Lacorne and Stéphane Lacroix

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Is Religious Radicalism at the Heart of Global Change?

Interview, Alain Dieckhoff, the editor, and Denis Lacorne and Stéphane Lacroix

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How Wealth Shapes the Climate Crisis: Unveiling the Facts

Climate Inequality Report 2025, Edited by Lucas Chancel & Cornelia Mohren

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How Wealth Shapes the Climate Crisis: Unveiling the Facts

Climate Inequality Report 2025, Edited by Lucas Chancel & Cornelia Mohren

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The US National Academy of Public Administration has awarded William Genieys' book

A new prize for “A Government of Insiders. The People Who Made the Affordable Care Act Possible” (John Hopkins University Press, 2024).

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The US National Academy of Public Administration has awarded William Genieys' book

A new prize for “A Government of Insiders. The People Who Made the Affordable Care Act Possible” (John Hopkins University Press, 2024).

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Francis Hintermann (‘86): Research Consulting, New Technologies, and Education

Francis Hintermann leads Accenture Research as Global Research Executive Director, exploring how artificial intelligence and advanced technologies are reshaping business strategy and operations. He also brings this perspective into the Sciences Po classroom as a long-standing adjunct professor of Corporate Strategy at the School of Management and Impact, sharing his expertise with new generations of students.

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Francis Hintermann (‘86): Research Consulting, New Technologies, and Education

Francis Hintermann leads Accenture Research as Global Research Executive Director, exploring how artificial intelligence and advanced technologies are reshaping business strategy and operations. He also brings this perspective into the Sciences Po classroom as a long-standing adjunct professor of Corporate Strategy at the School of Management and Impact, sharing his expertise with new generations of students.

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The 2025 World Drug Report embraces a framework developed by Federico Varese

The report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime emphasises the importance of distinguishing between trade and governance-oriented groups, building on research by Federico Varese, professor of sociology at the Centre for European Studies and Comparative Politics.

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The 2025 World Drug Report embraces a framework developed by Federico Varese

The report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime emphasises the importance of distinguishing between trade and governance-oriented groups, building on research by Federico Varese, professor of sociology at the Centre for European Studies and Comparative Politics.

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Should (large) datasets be used to study and anticipate wars?

Interview with Louise Beaumais, Iris Lambert, and Frédéric Ramel

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Should (large) datasets be used to study and anticipate wars?

Interview with Louise Beaumais, Iris Lambert, and Frédéric Ramel

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Mia Bennett (’09 Exchange): Geopolitics of the Arctic and Beyond

Mia Bennett is an Associate Professor of Geography at the University of Washington whose research explores the geopolitics of frontiers from the Arctic to outer space. A semester abroad at Sciences Po helped sharpen her critical perspective and set her on a path toward a career connecting geography, politics, and global changes.

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Mia Bennett (’09 Exchange): Geopolitics of the Arctic and Beyond

Mia Bennett is an Associate Professor of Geography at the University of Washington whose research explores the geopolitics of frontiers from the Arctic to outer space. A semester abroad at Sciences Po helped sharpen her critical perspective and set her on a path toward a career connecting geography, politics, and global changes.

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The Joly Family Scholarship: Empowering Purpose-Driven Leaders at Sciences Po

The launch of the Joly Family Scholarship marks the beginning of a legacy that will strengthen Franco-American collaboration and empower students to lead with purpose and humanity.

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The Joly Family Scholarship: Empowering Purpose-Driven Leaders at Sciences Po

The launch of the Joly Family Scholarship marks the beginning of a legacy that will strengthen Franco-American collaboration and empower students to lead with purpose and humanity.

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Eric Braun (‘97): A Career in Insight, Analysis, and Change

Eric Braun has spent his career working in business research, helping organizations make better decisions by challenging conventional wisdom. For over two decades, Braun worked at CEB in Washington DC, conducting studies on topics ranging from customer loyalty to corporate reputation.

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Eric Braun (‘97): A Career in Insight, Analysis, and Change

Eric Braun has spent his career working in business research, helping organizations make better decisions by challenging conventional wisdom. For over two decades, Braun worked at CEB in Washington DC, conducting studies on topics ranging from customer loyalty to corporate reputation.

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Daniel Nothaft (‘15): Climate Tech CEO Connecting Science and Society

Daniel Nothaft has spent the past decade studying and effecting change within the space of science, society, and sustainability. He is the founder of Uplift Geosystems, a climate technology startup working on carbon storage and sustainable metal products.

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Daniel Nothaft (‘15): Climate Tech CEO Connecting Science and Society

Daniel Nothaft has spent the past decade studying and effecting change within the space of science, society, and sustainability. He is the founder of Uplift Geosystems, a climate technology startup working on carbon storage and sustainable metal products.

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Halley Knigge (‘07): From Newsroom Roots to REI Leadership

Halley Knigge has built a career in communications and brand storytelling. She is the Divisional Vice President of Communications, Community and Inclusion at REI Co-op leading the teams responsible for all internal and external communications, historical archive, media and employee events and customer-facing DEI work. Her exchange year at Sciences Po helped shape her global outlook and lifelong curiosity.

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Halley Knigge (‘07): From Newsroom Roots to REI Leadership

Halley Knigge has built a career in communications and brand storytelling. She is the Divisional Vice President of Communications, Community and Inclusion at REI Co-op leading the teams responsible for all internal and external communications, historical archive, media and employee events and customer-facing DEI work. Her exchange year at Sciences Po helped shape her global outlook and lifelong curiosity.

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The Road Ahead: A Transatlantic Vision for Sustainable Mobility

On Tuesday, June 3rd, the Sciences Po American Foundation hosted the 2025 Sciences Po DC Transatlantic Forum at the French Residence, featuring a conversation on sustainable urban mobility from a transatlantic perspective.

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The Road Ahead: A Transatlantic Vision for Sustainable Mobility

On Tuesday, June 3rd, the Sciences Po American Foundation hosted the 2025 Sciences Po DC Transatlantic Forum at the French Residence, featuring a conversation on sustainable urban mobility from a transatlantic perspective.

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#EuropeanAffairs- Ahead of the NATO Summit

On Friday, June 20th, the Sciences Po American Foundation hosted a discussion on the upcoming 2025 NATO summit, exploring the question of how the Transatlantic Alliance will adapt and remain strong for the future.

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#EuropeanAffairs- Ahead of the NATO Summit

On Friday, June 20th, the Sciences Po American Foundation hosted a discussion on the upcoming 2025 NATO summit, exploring the question of how the Transatlantic Alliance will adapt and remain strong for the future.

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Younger generations faced with permanent crises

The analysis of Anne Muxel, sociologist and political scientist, CNRS Emeritus Senior Researcher and Deputy Director of the CEVIPOF. She is an expert on the political socialisation of young people and focuses on the generational transmission of values.

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Younger generations faced with permanent crises

The analysis of Anne Muxel, sociologist and political scientist, CNRS Emeritus Senior Researcher and Deputy Director of the CEVIPOF. She is an expert on the political socialisation of young people and focuses on the generational transmission of values.

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IPPA Best Book Award for “A Government of Insiders” by William Genieys

The researcher uncovers the pivotal role of a committed group of unelected governmental elites that shaped one of the most significant health care reforms in US history.

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IPPA Best Book Award for “A Government of Insiders” by William Genieys

The researcher uncovers the pivotal role of a committed group of unelected governmental elites that shaped one of the most significant health care reforms in US history.

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Meredith McCain (‘22): A Global Journey in Human Rights

Meredith McCain conducted research in Morocco after completing her Master’s in Human Rights and Humanitarian Action at Sciences Po.

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Meredith McCain (‘22): A Global Journey in Human Rights

Meredith McCain conducted research in Morocco after completing her Master’s in Human Rights and Humanitarian Action at Sciences Po.

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The Next Chapter: Student Visions for a Transatlantic Tomorrow

The Sciences Po American Foundation invited a select group of students in the Sciences Po/Columbia dual BA program to attend its 2025 Gala in New York on May 6th. Students were asked to share their vision of the relationship between Europe and the United States, its evolution over the next 20 years, and the role their generation should play in shaping this transatlantic future. Here are a few excerpts from their responses.

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The Next Chapter: Student Visions for a Transatlantic Tomorrow

The Sciences Po American Foundation invited a select group of students in the Sciences Po/Columbia dual BA program to attend its 2025 Gala in New York on May 6th. Students were asked to share their vision of the relationship between Europe and the United States, its evolution over the next 20 years, and the role their generation should play in shaping this transatlantic future. Here are a few excerpts from their responses.

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Akshat Singh (‘21): Economic Policy at CSIS

Akshat Singh has built a career focused on economic policies and security. As an Associate Fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), he currently works within the India and Emerging Asia team focused on critical minerals, economic reforms, and media engagement.

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Akshat Singh (‘21): Economic Policy at CSIS

Akshat Singh has built a career focused on economic policies and security. As an Associate Fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), he currently works within the India and Emerging Asia team focused on critical minerals, economic reforms, and media engagement.

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Pia Sarah Haykel awarded the 2025 Michel David-Weill Scholarship

“The spirit and legacy of multiculturalism and academic excellence are what I hope to advance, in keeping with the wishes of Michel David-Weill and the scholarship he so generously endowed.”

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Pia Sarah Haykel awarded the 2025 Michel David-Weill Scholarship

“The spirit and legacy of multiculturalism and academic excellence are what I hope to advance, in keeping with the wishes of Michel David-Weill and the scholarship he so generously endowed.”

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From Oil Rigs to Green Energy: MacGregor’s Vision

On Tuesday, May 6th, the Sciences Po American Foundation held its 2025 Annual Benefit Dinner, honoring Catherine MacGregor, CEO of ENGIE, with the Stanley Hoffmann Award. Her 30-year career in the energy sector demonstrates exceptional contributions to one of the greatest challenges of our time: the global energy transition.

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From Oil Rigs to Green Energy: MacGregor’s Vision

On Tuesday, May 6th, the Sciences Po American Foundation held its 2025 Annual Benefit Dinner, honoring Catherine MacGregor, CEO of ENGIE, with the Stanley Hoffmann Award. Her 30-year career in the energy sector demonstrates exceptional contributions to one of the greatest challenges of our time: the global energy transition.

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A "Need for Chaos" Powers Some Americans’ Support for Elon Musk

Who are the Americans that want to tear down social institutions? Answers through a national study led by political psychologists Kevin Arceneaux (CEVIPOF - Sciences Po) and Dannagal G. Young (University of Delaware).

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A "Need for Chaos" Powers Some Americans’ Support for Elon Musk

Who are the Americans that want to tear down social institutions? Answers through a national study led by political psychologists Kevin Arceneaux (CEVIPOF - Sciences Po) and Dannagal G. Young (University of Delaware).

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Sciences Po hosts the Paris Dialogue on the Future of Higher Education

Presidents and provosts from Stanford University, LSE, Hertie School, the University of Montreal, and CEU were at Sciences Po to discuss academic freedom.

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Sciences Po hosts the Paris Dialogue on the Future of Higher Education

Presidents and provosts from Stanford University, LSE, Hertie School, the University of Montreal, and CEU were at Sciences Po to discuss academic freedom.

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