World Affairs Council of Orange County

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Meet and learn from the people who shape our world

As a World Affairs Council member, you join a diverse group of individuals who are passionate about expanding international awareness. Members participate in world class events featuring speakers who provide the stories behind the headlines as well as special receptions and gatherings.

As a member you will have the opportunity to build relationships with other liked minded individuals and professionals that in the local international affairs community. Your membership is valuable in supporting World Affairs Council programming and student outreach in the community.

Events

Putin’s Ukrainian Misadventure: What has Russia Lost? Featuring Dr. William E. Pomeranz, Director of the Kennan Institute at the Wilson Center

Date:

2023-03-07 17:30

The World Affairs Council of Orange County presents: PUTIN’S UKRAINIAN MISADVENTURE: WHAT HAS RUSSIA LOST? Featuring Dr. William E. Pomeranz, Director of the Kennan Institute at the Wilson Center This event is made possible through the Kennan Conversation ...
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Royce International Symposium

Date:

2023-03-17 13:00

Location:

The Richard Nixon Library and Museum 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886

The World Affairs Council of Orange County is proud to be a partner of the Royce International Symposium Hosted by Cal State Fullerton AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY IN A DESTABILIZED WORLD On Friday, March 17th, 2023, Mr. Royce, along ...
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Academic World Quest 2023

Date:

2023-03-18 11:30

Location:

Chapman Universtity, Sandhu Conference Center 571 North Center Street Orange, CA 92867

Where: Chapman University – Sandhu Conference Center 571 North Center Street Orange, CA 92867 When: Saturday, March 18, 2023 Check-In opens at 11:30 AM, Competition will take place from 12:00PM to 4:00 PM Lunch will be provided for students ...
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“News, Propaganda, and Diplomacy” with Amb. David Pearce

Date:

2023-04-12 17:30

Location:

Antonello Ristorante 3800 S Plaza Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92704

The World Affairs Council of Orange County Presents "News, Propaganda, and Diplomacy" with Amb. David Pearce (U.S. Ambassador to Greece, 2013-2016 U.S. Ambassador to Algeria, 2008-2011) A Trustee and Premium Member Social Location: Antonello Ristorante 3800 S Plaza ...
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Beijing’s Global Media Offensive: China’s Uneven Campaign to Influence Asia and the World Featuring Josh Kurlantzick

Date:

2023-04-20 13:00

The World Affairs Council of Orange County presents: Beijing's Global Media Offensive: China’s Uneven Campaign to Influence Asia and the World featuring Joshua Kurlantzick A zoom Webinar event Date & Time: Thursday, April 20, 2023 1 pm PST ...
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WACOC Newsletter- Fall 2022

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