The Power of Literature and Free Expression in the Middle East
Egyptian journalist and novelist Ahmed Naji spoke about his imprisonment, exile, and his latest novel, Rotten Evidence, reflecting on the power of literature and free expression, in conversation with Professor Tarek El-Ariss. Watch here.
A Diplomat's role: Arms Control and Nuclear Weapons Policy
How to tackle AI, Space, and New Technology? Former Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Arms Control, Deterrence, and Stability at the U.S. Department of State will be in conversation with Government Professor Daryl Press. Moderated by Dickey Center Director Victoria K. Holt. Join us in person or online on Feb 19 at 4:30PM. More details here.
A Conversation with Mona el-Naggar
Join us online or in person on March 4 at 4:30PM to hear international correspondent and filmmaker Mona El-Naggar speak about her career, storytelling, and the human impact of conflict, identity, and the war in Gaza in conversation with Jonathan Smolin, Associate Professor of Middle Eastern Studies. Details here.
Zed Zha: The Problematic Racial History of #MedEd
Dr. Zed Zha MED '16 spoke about the deep roots of medical racism, its ongoing impact on Black health inequities, and the urgent need to break this centuries-old cycle. Watch her presentation here.
Who Benefits? USAID & The Strategic Role of U.S. Foreign Assistance
Our panel (Tim Rieser '76, Sarah Charles '02, Dan Lucey '77, MED '82, Ambassador Erica Barks-Ruggles, and Dickey Center Director Victoria K. Holt) will explore the past, present, and future of US foreign aid, and the impact of permanent changes to USAID. Learn more.

Arctic And The Environment
The Institute of Arctic Studies (IAS) is Dartmouth's home for interdisciplinary research, discussion, and education on global climate change and Arctic policy issues.