Fall 2026 PSIA Department Events

“9/11 at 25” – Thursday, September 17 at 4pm, Monroe 346

Faculty panel with Professors Jason Davidson, Melissa Martinez and Ranjit Singh will discuss the impact of 9/11 on international relations and U.S. foreign policy.

“The Global Narratives of AI Policies” – Tuesday, September 22 at 5pm, Monroe 346

Public lecture by Professor J. P. Singh, George Mason University

Public debate for Virginia’s 7^th Congressional District – Tuesday, September 22 at 7pm, Dodd Auditorium

Professor Rosalyn Cooperman will moderate the debate. Please see the story below:

“Careers in Congress” – Wednesday, September 30 at 4pm, Lee 411

Career panel with representatives from House Office of Talent and Development, offices of Senator Kaine and Congressman Vindman. Three of the speakers are UMW alums. Co-hosted by the Center for Careers and Professional Development.

“Countering Disinformation in an AI-Driven World” – Thursday, October 15 at 4pm, Monroe 116

Public lecture by Dr. Darrell West, Senior Fellow of Governance Studies, Brookings Institution. Professor Jared McDonald will moderate the event. Co-hosted by the Center for AI and the Liberal Arts