CIS Signature Events

The center organizes many events to further support scholarship and community building amongst affiliated faculty and PhD students, while also providing opportunities to engage undergraduates, graduate students, and other faculty from USC and beyond.

Cosponsorships

CIS cosponsors conferences and events organized by other departments and student-led organizations.

Guest Lectures

CIS brings guest scholars and policymakers to USC to engage students and faculty on diverse topics.

Book Talks

Guests are invited to discuss their recently published books in the fields of international relations, comparative politics, and political sciences.

Research & Mentorship Showcase

A conference-style showcase featuring original research from PhD students and undergraduates and celebrating the mentorship that helped to facilitate their projects.