The Center for International Trade & Security (CITS) was established in 1987 with the support of former U.S. Secretary of State Dean Rusk. Since its founding, CITS has developed a network of academic researchers, public officials, and industry representatives with expertise in critical areas of national and international security. CITS advises policymakers and trains personnel around the world on nonproliferation, energy security and human security, while serving as a hub of research, teaching, and outreach on new and emerging security topics.

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2023 40 under 40 List Includes Nine SPIA Alumni
2023 40 under 40 List Includes Nine SPIA Alumni

On July 12, 2023 the University of Georgia announced the 2023 40 Under 40 honorees. The winners include a record-breaking 9 graduates with SPIA degrees. 40 Under 40 celebrates young

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Thomas P. Lauth, Founding Dean of SPIA, Passes at 85
Thomas P. Lauth, Founding Dean of SPIA, Passes at 85

Thomas P. Lauth, Dean Emeritus of the School of Public and International Affairs and Professor Emeritus of Public Administration and Policy at the University of Georgia, died May 13, 2023.

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SPIA Maintains Top Ten Ranking According to 2023-2024 US News and World Report
SPIA Maintains Top Ten Ranking According to 2023-2024 US News and World Report

The School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) at the University of Georgia once again ranks among the top tier Public Affairs Graduate Schools according to U.S. News & World

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Upcoming Events

2023 George S. Parthemos Lecture
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Baldwin Hall, Pinnacle Room
Midterm
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Withdrawal Deadline
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM