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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.

Upcoming Events

"Free to Judge" Book Talk with Michael Kang & Joanna Shepherd

  • Open to the public.
  • Wednesday, April 3 from 4:00–5:00 p.m. CT (GMT-5)
  • In person and online
Register

Inside Putin's Russia

  • Open to the public.
  • Friday, April 5 from 4:00–5:00 p.m. CT (GMT-5)
  • Online
Register

Northwestern Fulbright Week

  • Featuring events for Northwestern faculty, staff, students and the public.
  • April 8–12, 2024
  • In person and online
Learn more