UNT International Studies Program

Today at 5:30pm in the 35 Ballroom in the Gateway Center INST will hold the Annual Dr. Emile Sahliyeh Lecture and Reception. This year’s timely event will feature Dr. Idean Salehyan who will talk about the future of Iran. Dr. Salehyan is a world-renowned expert in civil conflict and political violence with a great depth of knowledge in Iranian politics and society.

A catered reception will precede and follow Dr. Salehyan’s talk. The event is free and open to all, so we hope that you will attend and bring friends and family!

Come join us for The Annual Emile Sahliyeh International Studies Lecture with Dr. Idean Salehyan on "Fighting at Home and Abroad: Understanding the Islamic Republic of Iran" at The Gateway Center Ballroom 35, 5:30 pm. on April 15th, 2026! We look forward to having you at the event.

Join us on February 4th, 2026 for an expert panel exploring the evolving conflict in Venezuela, U.S. policy repsonses, and how these geopolitical events may impact Colombia's security, peace processes, and regional stability.

Interested in learning about careers in international security? Join us for a presentation by Dr. Eric Keels from the Baker School at the University of Tennessee to learn about concrete steps that social science majors can take to leverage their academic training and interests to pursue careers in international security. He will also highlight opportunities at the Baker School of Public Policy that help build the skills necessary to succeed in these roles.

When: 11am, Thursday, January 22nd
Where: Sage 354