The Watson School of International and Public Affairs at Brown University

The Watson School of International and Public Affairs at Brown University The Watson Institute's research focuses on two areas: global security, and political economy and development.

The Watson School of International and Public Affairs seeks to promote a just and peaceful world through research and teaching on the world’s most pressing economic, political and social policy challenges. Brown University's Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs is a leading center for research and teaching on the most important problems of our time. Its research aims to improve po

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06/01/2026

🎙️New Trending Globally podcast: The war in Iran’s ripple effect on the global energy economy

On this episode, John Friedman and Jeff Colgan discuss the war’s growing economic, geopolitical and climate impacts as new research from the Climate Solutions Lab estimates the conflict has already added more than $40 billion in U.S. fuel costs.

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Listen to the full episode: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/87c7e9a6-a2bc-4fc2-9726-3bdb4ca4b69f

05/29/2026

Commencement Weekend is always one of our favorites, and this one did not disappoint 🎓

We welcomed back alumni to join the graduating MPA class for a cocktail reception, celebrated our seniors over breakfast with their families, and cheered as our master's and undergraduate students walked across the stage to receive their diplomas. Congratulations, Class of 2026!

05/27/2026
Congratulations to the Watson School Class of 2026! It was a fantastic weekend celebrating your achievements and reconne...
05/27/2026

Congratulations to the Watson School Class of 2026! It was a fantastic weekend celebrating your achievements and reconnecting with alumni. As our first-ever graduating class, you'll always be a part of our history. We can't wait to see the incredible impact you'll make!

Today,   graduates will walk through the Van Wickle Gates for the second and final time — a Brown University tradition m...
05/24/2026

Today, graduates will walk through the Van Wickle Gates for the second and final time — a Brown University tradition marking how far you’ve come and all that lies ahead.

You first passed through the gates as incoming students during Convocation, and today you’ll walk outward as Brown graduates ready to begin your next chapter.

Congratulations, 🎓

05/21/2026

Congratulations to the Watson School Class of 2026 🎓

This commencement marks a milestone for our graduates and for the Watson School as we celebrate our first year as a school. We are deeply grateful to the students, faculty, staff, alumni, families, and supporters whose belief and commitment have made this first year so extraordinary.

We can't wait to see what our grads do next!

05/20/2026

Celebrating our graduates who helped shaped the Watson School Community 🎓

From supporting admissions to capturing content, these graduate students made a lasting impact during their time at Brown. Congratulations, graduates!

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