Below is a listing of upcoming CIR programs and events. Click on the Programs/Events tab to the left for more detail on each of the items below, for future events or for Community (non-CIR) Events.
Upcoming Programs and Events
Special Event: Mongolia – Children of Khan
When: February 4, 2012
From: 03:00 PM - 05:00 AM
Topic: The Children of Khan: A Twenty-Year Perspective of Mongolia
Speakers: Dr. Candace Kaye and Captain Barry N. Kaye (Retired)
Location: Tipton Hall, Santa Fe University of Art & Design, 1600 St. Michael’s Drive
Once a Soviet satellite state ruled by the communist Mongolian People’s Revolutionary Party (MPRP), Mongolia underwent a democratic transformation in 1990 after public demonstrations for political pluralism led to the resignation of the MPRP government and a parliamentary democracy under new constitutional rules adopted in 1992.
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Wine and Dine for Diplomacy at Yummy Cafe!
When: February 4, 2012
From: 04:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Dinner Bonus on February 4: After the Kayes’ lecture on Mongolia, make plans to join CIR friends for dinner at Yummy Cafe!
Location: 1616 #A St. Michael’s Drive (next to Cinema Cafe and in the same shopping center as Rob and Charlie’s Bicycle Shop)
Time: Yummy Cafe is open for dinner at 4:00 p.m. However, those who attend the lecture will most likely arrive around 5:00 p.m. If you wish to join CIR members in the party room, plan to arrive around 5:00 p.m.
World Affairs Discussion Luncheon with Bill Stewart
When: February 10, 2012
From: 11:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Presenter: Bill Stewart
Topic: Foreign Policy in an Election Year: Republican Candidates Grapple with President Barack Obama and the President’s Reduction in the Armed Forces
Location: Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa
1297 Bishop’s Lodge Rd.
Cost: $26 CIR Members; $32 Non-members and Guests
Reservation Deadline: Monday, February 6, at Noon
Dinner and Fun – WorldQuest 2012
When: February 17, 2012
From: 05:45 PM - 09:00 PM
A College Bowl-style Game of International Trivia
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Where: Jemez Rooms, Santa Fe Community College
6401 Richards Ave.
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Registration Time: 5:45
Dinner Program: 6:15—9:00
International Lecture Series #2: Pakistan – Four Futures for a Troubled Relationship
When: February 25, 2012
From: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Location: The Forum, Santa Fe University of Art & Design, 1600 St. Michael’s Drive
Lecture Title: Pakistan – Four Futures for a Troubled Relationship
Speaker: Professor Timothy Hoyt of the U.S. Naval War College
Pakistan is considered to be one of the most dangerous countries in the world. Instability, complex relations with India, terrorism, and nuclear weapons create a potentially explosive mix. U.S.-Pakistani relations are difficult and at their lowest point since the death of Osama Bin Laden. Can this marriage be saved? Read the rest of this entry »
International Lecture Series #3: Saudi Arabia – A Problematic Ally?
When: March 24, 2012
From: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Location: The Forum, Santa Fe University of Art & Design, 1600 St. Michael’s Drive
Lecture Title: Saudi Arabia – A Problematic Ally?
Speaker: Toby Jones
Saudi Arabia is the world’s major oil producer, which means that the U.S., being highly dependent on foreign oil, is highly dependent on Saudi Arabia. But the Kingdom is a conservative absolute monarchy that fosters radical Islam around the world. With the current unrest in the Arab World can Saudi Arabia remain stable? What if not? What will result? Read the rest of this entry »
International Lecture Series #4: Egypt in Revolution
When: April 19, 2012
From: 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Location: To be confirmed
Title: Egypt in Revolution
Speaker: Professor Nathan Brown of George Washington University
Egypt is one of the most important, if not the most important Arab country in the world, but we know very little about the new and confusing mix of forces and politics that has emerged following the removal of Mubarak. Will the future see anything like a genuine democratization of the country or will Egypt become a new Iran? Read the rest of this entry »