THE IMPLICATIONS OF INTEGRATING TURKEY INTO THE EU
Is Turkey a viable candidate for EU membership? By Ari Kattan, Staff Writer and Megha Ram, Staff Writer
ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ON IRAN: TO IMPOSE OR NOT TO IMPOSE
Will sanctions coerce Iran away from nuclear development? By David Dannecker, Staff Writer and Justin DeWaele, Staff Writer
POSSIBILITIES OF INTERVENTION IN THE SYRIAN CRISIS
Considering the Syrian Crisis, is there an international institution best suited to intervene? By Joe Armenta, Contributing Writer, and Jodi Sanger-Weaver, Staff Writer
MICROFINANCE AND GENDERED OUTCOMES IN BRAZIL
Microfinance is often cited as a development strategy, but has a gendered impact in Brazil that adversely affects women. By Neda Said, Contributing Writer
COSTS CONTINUE TO OUTWEIGH BENEFITS IN U.S. - MEXICO BORDER REGULATION
A close examination of the repercussions caused by a buildup of security and increasing amounts of money going toward regulation at the United States-Mexico border. By Justin DeWaele, Staff Writer
EGYPT, ISRAEL, AND THE ARISH-ASHKELON PIPELINE CONTROVERSY
The Arish-Ashkelon natural gas pipeline remains a source of tension between Israel and Egypt. By Jodi Sanger-Weaver, Staff Writer
UNRAVELING THE ARAB SPRING: AN INTERVIEW WITH MICHAEL PROVENCE
What factors caused the Arab protest movements to unfold so dramatically, and are they likely to continue in the future? By Taylor Marvin, Staff Writer
THE HUMAN DIMENSION OF CONSERVATION: AN INTERVIEW WITH CORRIN LACOMBE
A conservation researcher from the San Diego Zoo on working abroad and the impact of sociocultural factors in conservation. By David Dannecker, Staff Writer
RED LINES IN THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ
While open war between US and Iranian forces in the Persian Gulf is certainly possible, it would be a strategic disaster for Iran. By Taylor Marvin, Staff Writer
IRAN SO FAR
There are several myths surrounding Iran and the development of nuclear weapons. Understanding its political backdrop is key to dispelling these myths. By Adham Bishr, Staff Writer
REMEMBERING THE GREAT WAR
Photography and contemporary illustrations from World War I. By Taylor Marvin, Staff Writer
WOMBS FOR RENT: OUTSOURCING SURROGACY TO INDIA
Recruiting poor Indian woman as surrogates for foreign citizens is an unethical business that should be banned by the government. By Ishika Arora, Staff Writer
A MURAMBATSVINA EDUCATION: ZIMBABWEAN CHILDREN DENIED THEIR CIVIL RIGHTS
Due to a combination of hyperinflation and political controversy, Zimbabwe's educational system has taken a turn for the worst in recent years. By Nisha Bhakta, Staff Writer
ISLAMISTS AT THE FOREFRONT OF EGYPTIAN ELECTIONS
The Egyptian elections, led by Islamist parties, have a significant impact on domestic and international dynamics. By Jodi Sanger-Weaver, Staff Writer
FROM THE BLOOD OF PATRIOTS AND TYRANTS
Have the peaceful movements in the Middle East really brought about change? By Adham Bishr, Staff Writer
HOW TO CONTAIN IRAN AFTER IT GETS NUCLEAR DETERRENTS
The United States should be prepared for the new power and position of a nuclear-armed Iran. By Ari Kattan, Staff Writer
SEVENTY-FIVE DAYS IN RWANDA
Reflections on three months of teaching in Rwanda. By R. Sky Brown, Contributing Writer.
WOMEN IN DEVELOPMENT - A SUMMARY AND ANALYSIS
Women's education, empowerment and human rights are a vital aspect of international development. By John Chuidian, Staff Writer.
THE WEST BENGAL PARADOX
How has the Communist Party of India managed to maintain power in West Bengal for over 30 years of poverty, economic stagnation, and voter discontent?By Vijay Rao, Contributing Writer
HOW MUCH FOR A KALASHNIKOV?
What factors determine the price of AK line assault rifles, humanity's favorite weapon of war? By Taylor Marvin, Staff Writer.