David J. Smith

Honor Martin Luther King, Jr. Today, 1/15/18

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, I have posted a link to his “Letter from Birmingham Jail,” probably the most instructive and critical piece he wrote during his lifetime. It was written in response to criticism by the Protestant religious community to his activities in the city in the spring 1963. Letter_Birmingham_Jail

From the Reagan to Trump Administrations: The Evolution of U.S. Response to HIV/AIDS, US Diplomacy Center, Washington, DC, 1/24/18

This event at the U.S. Diplomacy Center will focus on the United States government’s response to the global HIV/AIDS crisis. It will be held January 24, 2018 from 12-12:45 p.m. You must RSVP by COB January 22 at fischerlk@state.gov. Students are encouraged to attend!

A Conversation with International Ambassadors: Washington, DC, CSIS, 1/16/18

This is an opportunity to meet with nearly 20 various international ambassadors at an event at CSIS (Center for Strategic and International Studies) January 16, 2018. In light of recent comments by President Trump about internationals, this event should provide important insight as to how the world views the U.S. right now. Click here orContinueContinue reading “A Conversation with International Ambassadors: Washington, DC, CSIS, 1/16/18”