BMW Center for German and European Studies

This summer saw a plethora of elections in Europe, both in the European Parliament and member states like the snap election in France. On September 12, we’ll break down these results, and their impact on the transatlantic relationship, with Europe experts Professors Daniel Kelemen, Matthias Matthijs, Kathleen McNamara, and Abraham Newman! Lunch will be provided, but the space is limited to 45 guests. Make sure to RSVP before spots run out!

Last week, we welcomed our newest cohort of Georgetown University Walsh School of Foreign Service MAGES students, an extremely transatlantic group with students hailing from the United States, Germany, the UK, Croatia, Italy, and Taiwan! After a MAGES orientation in the morning, the students headed on their “Transatlantic Tour” of DC, with stops at the Atlantic Council and European Union Delegation to the United States to learn about possible career and internship opportunities. We ended the day with our annual Welcome Back BBQ, where our new students got to mingle with second year students, alumni, and faculty (as well as gorge on some incredible brisket). Drop a piece of advice to these new students in the comments!

We're thrilled to have Sam Denney and Alix Lawson as Co-Presidents for our Alumni Association! Huge thanks to Pete Giannino for his years of service.

I’m happy to share that I’ve accepted the role of Co President of the Alumni Association for the BMW Center for German and European Studies. It's a great organization - please comment below or message me if you would like to learn more or get involved.

Happy Orientation Week to our incoming MAGI!

This is a great opportunity to intern at the German Parliament, and the application deadline has been extended to August 31! https://lnkd.in/g2XQkAf "In collaboration with Berlin’s three major universities, the German Bundestag offers the prestigious IPS program to politically engaged college graduates from around 50 countries, including the USA and Canada, who wish to play an important role in shaping the future of democratic cooperation – in their respective countries, and internationally.   Under the patronage of the President of the German Bundestag, the IPS program allows participants to gain first-hand knowledge of Germany’s parliamentary system and political decision-making process during a 3-month work placement with a Member of the German Parliament. Participants also take part in a rich educational program with the German political foundations and have the chance to enroll in university classes, spending a total of five months in the German capital (March 1 through July 31, 2025).   IPS is open to college graduates (bachelor’s degree or higher) who are U.S. or Canadian citizens (or citizens of other participating countries), under 30 years old on March 1, 2025, and have a very good knowledge (B2+) of the German language. Candidates should also be familiar with the basic features of German politics and society. Applicants must have completed their undergraduate studies and be able to offer proof of their degree by December 31, 2024."

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Our rising second year students are scattered around the world this summer with some incredible internships and research opportunities. Head on over to our Instagram story highlights to watch our summer "Day in the Life" takeover series! https://lnkd.in/gqgJXMSh Sophia Athan is working on electrification and the EU's approach to the green and digital transition in sustainable transport at Scania Group. Andreea Procopan is working with the Strategy and Research team at SEB, a leading Nordic bank. Siv Marie Röhrl is interning with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, at the Mexico country office.

The BMW Center is thrilled to announce....drumroll please 🥁 ...Dr. Abraham Newman as the new CGES Director! We're so grateful for Dr. Katrin Sieg for her six years of leadership, and wish her the best for her sabbatical conducting research in Namibia and South Africa this fall. Please join me in welcoming Dr. Newman- you can read his Director's message here: https://lnkd.in/eXiHs-aB

Come learn more about MAGES and all the other fantastic graduate programs at SFS- Wednesday July 10th!