Buzz McClain

How prepared are African nations for the next pandemic? Graduating biodefense student and aspiring global health policy expert Alex Kyabarongo assisted last summer as an intern developing the Africa Health Security Index. It’s already reaching policymakers.

At the Schar School’s Hayden Center, Washington Post columnist David Ignatius joined senior fellow David Priess to examine trust, intelligence failures, and global security. Read the highlights and see how to watch the replay.

A daylong symposium brought experts from government agencies and private-sector innovators to discuss the status and future of energy and security at sea and in space. See what the students in the audience gained from the experience.

The Schar School Pre-Law Learning Community visited the place where laws are made—the U.S. Capitol. For some, it was their first time in the landmark. For others, it was a life-changing experience. See what they had to say.

Explore how global conflict, AI, and emerging technologies are reshaping energy policy at the free Mason Energy Forum on October 7 in Arlington.

Breaking news: A Washington Post/Schar School poll shows Democrats leading Republican House opponents in regions traditionally won by Republicans. See the full story.

Daniel Gerstein continues his remarkable career with his first novel, War Without Humanity. See how he considers his Schar School PhD in biodefense a major turning point in his life.

Distinguished Visiting Professor of Practice Mike Pence took the stage at Fuse at Mason Square to discuss his new book in a conversation moderated by former Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell, also a Distinguished Visiting Professor of Practice at the Schar School. See what Pence said about his motivation for writing the book.

Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, their consequences continue to shape U.S. national security, intelligence, warfare, and civil liberties. The Hayden Center hosted a conversation that explored the immediate response to the attacks, the expansion of surveillance and counterterrorism capabilities, and an evolving threat landscape. See what the panelists said.

As brutal wars rage around the world, countries are using other means to wage conflict: money. See what our experts said about the increasing prevalence of economic statecraft.