Events

Join Kathleen Kingbury (SFS'01), Opinion Editor at The New York Times, for a discussion on the role of domestic opinion pages in foreign affairs and diplomacy as well as the promise and challenges of opinion journalism. SFS ONLINE & ON TOPIC is a webinar series that brings together faculty and alumni experts from the School of Foreign Service in a virtual format to discuss some of the most critical global issues of our day. The series is hosted by Dr. Anthony C. Arend (SFS'80). Dr. Arend graduated from the School of Foreign Service in 1980 and has been a member of the faculty for over thirty years. He is a Senator on the Board of Governors of the Georgetown University Alumni Association.

Please join the NorCal Hoyas for an exciting VIRTUAL cooking class with our very own Bay Area Hoya – Garlic Press Jess (Jessica Lioon B’10). Jess will be walking a SELECT group (limited to 12 participants so sign up today) of Hoyas through her “intuitive cooking tonight” course.

Join the DC Alumni Club for a virtual book talk with author JoAnn Hill, as she discusses her book Secret Washington, DC: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure.

Visit ancient sites juxtaposed against modern Egypt, and experience its culture and history. Our travel program will be led an expert Egyptologist, who will help provide context and historical background as we explore Egypt.

Discover Morocco with the Georgetown Travel Society on a special 14-day journey from October 19 - November 1, 2021.

Travel with alumni and friends from May 21 - June 5, 2022 on a special 15-day journey to two of South America’s treasures — the enigmatic ruins at Machu Picchu and the fascinating Galapagos Islands.

From the Serengeti Plains to the spice island of Zanzibar, join the GUAA Travel Society from July 31 - August 13, 2022 on a small group adventure in Tanzania.

Travel with alumni and friends from August 27, 2022 - September 11, 2022 , on a special 16-day small group tour throughout Eastern Europe. Your odyssey to this remarkable region spans five countries and weaves together the area’s deep history with the monumental events of the 20th century.

Experience the timeless splendor of Japan from August 31, 2022 - September 12, 2022. A land of delicate art and bustling commerce, of rich traditions and dizzying modernity; a jumble of sights, sounds, and tastes that for visitors are truly foreign – and truly fascinating. This well-crafted tour features the highlights of Tokyo and Kyoto, engages us in local life, and takes us off the beaten path to the lovely historic cities of Takayama, Kanazawa, and Nara.

Traveling the ancient Silk Road route connecting East and West, encounter a mix of culture and religion, art and architecture that conjures tales of trade and treasure, intrigue and empire. On this exciting small group journey, relish the exotic and get to know the welcoming people of Central Asia. Begin in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan and travel Central Asia’s ancient silk road through Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.

We are delighted to announce a return to Mystical India from October 24 - November 9, 2021. This travel adventure will feature visits to Delhi, the bustling capital; Agra, home of the exquisite Taj Mahal; a two-night stay at Ranthambore Tiger Preserve; the legendary “pink city” of Jaipur; Khajuraho and its famous temples; and Varanasi, India’s holiest city.

Travel with alumni & friends from October 4 - 18, 2021, on a special 15-day small group journey to discover the best of the Iberian Peninsula. Enjoy captivating sights, excellent cuisine, and memorable experiences on this journey to Portugal and Spain.

Journey into the heart of Southern Africa with alumni and friends from September 30 - October 17, 2021, on this special 18-day small group adventure. Experience the natural splendor and fascinating cultural heritage of four distinct nations: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Namibia.

In a small group of no more than 24 fellow travelers, discover a land steeped in history, from ancient biblical times to the creation of the modern-day State of Israel. Travel from the coastal plain to the mountain region and Jordan Valley rift, and experience the myriad cultures, customs, and traditions that make up this fascinating country.