Call for Papers: The University of Texas at Austin Announces the 2024 “Bobby R. Inman Award” for Student Scholarship on Intelligence
The Strauss-Clements Intelligence Studies Project of The University of Texas at Austin announces the 10th annual competition recognizing outstanding student research and writing on topics related to intelligence and national security. The winner of the “Inman Award” will receive a cash prize of $5,000, with two semifinalists each receiving a cash prize of $2,500. This competition is open to unpublished…
Dr. Greitens Writes on the Complex U.S. – China Power Dynamic
Dr. Sheena Chestnut Greitens, Asia Policy Program Director at The University of Texas at Austin, recently published an article in Foreign Affairs concerning the ways in which nations across the world leverage security support from both the United States and China to address various security challenges. “This phenomenon has a simple explanation: Beijing and Washington…
Professor Vladeck Receives UT’s President’s Research Impact Award
Stephen Vladeck, Charles Alan Wright Chair in Federal Courts and Senior Fellow at the Strauss Center for International Security and Law, was recently selected as a recipient for the President’s Research Impact Award at the University of Texas at Austin. “Established in 2023 to recognize faculty and researchers whose scholarly or creative endeavors invigorate knowledge,…
CISA High-Risk Communities Protection Resource Launch
The Strauss Center is excited to promote the launch of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) High-Risk Communities Protection (HRCP) webpage which was developed through the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative (JCDC), a public-private cybersecurity collaborative to unite the global cyber community in the collective defense of cyberspace. Francesca Lockhart, Strauss Center’s Cybersecurity Clinic Lead, recently collaborated…
Greitens Publishes on China in Army War College Journal
Sheena Chestnut Greitens, Director of the Asia Policy Program, recently authored an article in the US Army’s War College Press’ quarterly journal Parameters on “China’s Use of Nontraditional Strategic Landpower in Asia.” The article contends that China utilizes its police and internal security forces as a nontraditional method of exerting strategic influence in the Indo-Pacific…
Dr. Youssef Named to Arab America Foundation 40 Under 40 List
Dr. Maro Youssef, State Fragility Program Fellow, was just named to the 40 Under 40 list for the Arab America Foundation. Dr. Youssef is also a former Brumley Fellow. 40 Under 40 is a celebration of accomplished young Arab Americans. The program spotlights Arab American professionals in all fields—these young professionals have great achievements both…
Professors Argue for Ukraine Aid Legislation in Congress
Professors Larry André, Josh Busby, Paul Pope, and Jeremi Suri, all Strauss Center Distinguished Scholars, and Steve Slick, Intelligence Studies Project Director, recently published an article discussing the need for additional legislation in support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia. “We are alarmed that the United States may abandon the people of Ukraine, who…
CAMPI Director Comments on Migrants Drowning Along the Border
Stephanie Leutert, Director of the Central America and Mexico Policy Initiative at the Strauss Center for International Security and Law, recently was mentioned by Texas Monthly in an article, “More Migrants Are Drowning in the Rio Grande Than Ever. No Agency Is Keeping Track of How Many.” Migrant drownings along the Rio Grande have surged…
Strauss Distinguished Scholars Pen Article: “Pass Ukraine Support Now”
“We are scholars and practitioners of national security at the University of Texas at Austin. We are alarmed that the United States may abandon the people of Ukraine, who are fighting bravely to repel an unprovoked invasion. The United States should act in its own interest by continuing to support Ukraine diplomatically, financially, and militarily.”…
Professor Vladeck Recognized for “The Shadow Docket”
Stephen Vladeck, Charles Alan Wright Chair in Federal Courts and Senior Fellow at the Strauss Center for International Security and Law, is a finalist for the American Bar Association’s Silver Gavel Award. This award “honors outstanding work that fosters the American public’s understanding of law and the legal system.” “Congratulations to all of the other…
