North America Events
New Negro Women and Beyond: Posing Beauty in African American Culture
January 18, 2012 // 4:00pm — 5:30pm
United States Studies
Join US Studies and the National Women's History Museum on Wednesday, January 18 for the fourth lecture in "The Past, Present, and Future of U.S. Women's History" series.
Book Discussion: The Educational Legacy of Woodrow Wilson
January 12, 2012 // 4:00pm — 5:00pm
In "The Educational Legacy of Woodrow Wilson," James Axtell brings together essays by eight leading historians and one historically minded political scientist to examine the long, formative academic phase of Wilson’s career and its connection to his relatively brief tenure in politics.
The Death of Trilateralism in the NAFTA Neighborhood: Views from the United States, Mexico, and Canada
December 15, 2011 // 4:00pm — 5:30pm
Canada Institute
Three panelists reviewed the 1994 North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the evolution of regional economic cooperation.
Government Leadership in Sustainability
December 14, 2011 // 3:00pm — 5:00pm
Environmental Change and Security Program
Opportunities among government and business to partner in support of sustainable design are vast and growing. Martha Johnson, GSA Administrator, will explore how $65 billion and 360 million square feet of federal real estate can become a zero environmental footprint that will reduce waste, support innovation, and boost efficiency.
"Dorothea Lange: Life, Politics, and Work": A lecture by Dr. Linda Gordon
December 12, 2011 // 4:00pm — 5:30pm
United States Studies
Join US Studies and the National Women's History Museum on Monday, December 12 for the third lecture in "The Past, Present, and Future of U.S. Women's History" series.
Beyond Our Means: Why America Spends While the World Saves
December 02, 2011 // 1:00pm — 2:30pm
Program on America and the Global Economy
If the financial crisis has taught us anything, it is that Americans save too little, spend too much, and borrow excessively. Join us for a discussion of Sheldon Garon's new book "Beyond Our Means: Why America Spends While the World Saves."
Obama in Office: Assessing the First Two Years
November 29, 2011 // 4:00pm — 6:00pm
Congress Project
"Obama in Office" is a frank and objective assessment of Obama’s first two years as President as seen through the eyes of 18 of the country’s most astute scholars, journalists and practitioners. This book discussion, held on November 29, featured five of the chapter authors, including James Thurber, the book’s editor.
"African American Women Refugees in the Civil War" A lecture by Dr. Thavolia Glymph
November 17, 2011 // 4:00pm — 5:30pm
United States Studies
Join US Studies and the National Women's History Museum on Thursday, November 17 for the second lecture in "The Past, Present, and Future of U.S. Women's History" series.
The Arab Spring and its Impact on the Situation in Africa and Russian-U.S. Bilateral Cooperation in the Region
November 07, 2011 // 12:00pm — 1:00pm
Kennan Institute
Book Launch: The North American Idea
November 03, 2011 // 4:00pm — 5:30pm
Mexico Institute
The Mexico Institute was happy to host Robert A. Pastor as he presented his new book, "The North American Idea". Mexican Ambassador Arturo Sarukhan and Canadian Minister Kevin O'Shea participated as discussants.