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Northwestern Buffett Institute for Global Affairs

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The Roberta Buffett Institute for Global Affairs advances research and teaching about the world beyond the borders of the United States.

We are a beacon for cutting-edge international scholarship and global engagement across Northwestern’s twelve undergraduate, graduate and professional schools.

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“With new communal spaces, student programming, faculty talks and a schedule of public events, we have transformed this space into a hub for students and faculty across the University who are dedicated to understanding and shaping the world.”

The Buffett Institute’s new home is a gathering spot for the globally focused

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The Buffett Institute’s new home is a gathering spot for the globally focused

Northwestern’s Roberta Buffett Institute for Global Affairs now calls 720 University Place home. On the second floor is the Buffett Reading Room, a communal space to work and socialize that also serves as a venue for public events, ranging from discussions with international leaders to book talks with Northwestern faculty.

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Upcoming Events

Buffett First Friday Lunch: The Power of DNA for Family Reunification with Sara Huston

  • Friday, December 6 at 12:30 p.m.
  • In person in Evanston, IL
  • Open to Northwestern students, faculty and staff
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Buffett First Friday Lunch: How Persian Slaves Freed Themselves with Jeff Eden

  • Friday, January 10 at 12:30 p.m.
  • In person in Evanston, IL
  • Open to Northwestern students, faculty and staff
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International Diplomacy Series

  • Join us for our yearlong event series focused on international diplomacy in turbulent times.
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