Why Nations Still Fight by Richard Ned Lebow

Offers a novel explanation for the origins and outcomes of interventions and wars from 1945.

📚 https://cup.org/3ZiAYAo

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uofsc_polisci Graduate student Insu Hwang presents his latest research on “Ethnic Diversity and Foreign Direct Investment in Developing Countries,” exploring how diversity shapes FDI inflows, especially between countries with adversarial relationships. With promising results and strong feedback, his work highlights the nuanced role of ethnic diversity in international political economy and sets the stage for further development and impact. 🤝 #uofsc #polisci

One of our excellent Ph.D. students, Insu Hwang, presenting his research at the recent #ISA2026 meeting.

ISA 2026 Conference in Columbus Highlights SIS Faculty and PhD Student Research SIS professors and PhD students presented their research and connected with scholars from across the globe at the 2026 International Studies Association conference in Columbus.

At the #ISA2026 conference last week, 21 @ausis.bsky.social
faculty and 6 PhD students showcased their research and engaged with scholars from across the US and the world during roundtable discussions. Check out a few key highlights from the sessions: www.american.edu/sis/research...

We published FOUR new research articles in March and also took part in #ISA2026 with our partners @ejisbisa.bsky.social and @mybisa.bsky.social. We sponsored two panels about our latest issues.

Reminder that ALL our latest articles are online first: buff.ly/9uj6xnX

Huge thanks to the City of Columbus for hosting an unforgettable ISA 2026! 💙 Attendees... your post‑convention survey is in your inbox. We’d love to hear your thoughts. Swipe through for some standout moments and social highlights. #ISA2026

Exactly this conversation at #ISA2026 panel on Kelly Z’s new book: how to implement the insights of transnational justice movements for Minnesota, Illinois, other US communities grappling with ICE violence, archives for future prosecutions @kellyzvobgo.bsky.social

I know UN isn’t on the top of everyone’s list of concerns, but it’s truly on the brink of collapse. I got a primer on the SG election and candidates from a deeply informed colleague (at #ISA2026): Bachelet sounded like the best candidate but unlikely to get US support ⬇️

Following #ISA2026, our editorial team are on the road and in the air✈️. We are catching up with submissions and would love for anyone who presented a Foreign Policy Analysis paper at the conference to consider submitting it to FPA!

About Each journal in the ISA group of journals has a particular mission and scope.  ISP publishes three types of articles, all of which share th

As you revise your #ISA2026 @isanet.bsky.social papers, consider submitting to ISP.

We have fast processing times and publish in three categories: pedagogy, policy relevant scholarship, and practice.

Learn more about our journal here: academic.oup.com/isp/pages/Ab...

Abstract discussing a paper on international organizations and agency. The paper critiques existing accounts, focusing on decision-making in organizations and using the UN Security Council as an example.

#OpenAccess from our latest issue -

Are international organizations agents in their own right? A plural subject perspective - cup.org/46xBaim

"...IO agency is not transient, but a stable and enduring feature."

- Jelena Cupać

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#ISA2026 may be over, but you can keep the conversation going. Stay connected with our Off the Page podcast playlist featuring our political science and international affairs authors. Insightful, engaging, and waiting for you to #ListenUP. buff.ly/DFWY4Ki

Banner for "International Theory," a journal focused on international politics, law, and philosophy. The background features a faint globe design.

#ISA2026 - register for new content alerts from International Theory -

https://cup.org/4cZYjPt

A Journal of International Politics, Law and Philosophy

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#Columbus did not disappoint! Huge shout out to @experiencecolumbus.bsky.social and all venue staff and local businesses for welcoming all of our attendees during #ISA2026

Conferencing in times of crisis BISA CEO/Director Juliet Dryden caught up with ISA Executive Director Mike Bosia at their conference in Columbus, Ohio, to discuss the current economic and political climate in the United States, and…

As #ISA2026 kicked off, our Executive Director Mike Bosia sat down with @BISA - British International Studies Association CEO Juliet Dryden for a timely conversation about conferencing in moments of crisis. Watch the full discussion here:

I mean I've been laughing so much I don't remember the original point goodnight all. #ISA2026 #ImStillHere

I had a great time at #ISA2026 in Columbus. I regaled more than a few about the biggest highlight of my ultimate career, which happened here nearly 40 years ago. In this post, I focus more on the present--the gratitude I have for this ISA and those I met saideman.blogspot.com/2026/03/isa-...

Text: Thank you to our volunteers! ISA logo. Background: Columbus, Ohio.

As #ISA2026 comes to a close, we want to give a special thank you to all our #Volunteers for their hard work and dedication!

To round out a successful #ISA2026, @jonathancrock.bsky.social presented his research "The Human Right to Anti-Supremacist Democracy,” outlining the need for citizen's assemblies or another alternative in order to end the supremacist structures inherent to existing democratic institutions.

Abstract discussing Frantz Fanon's influence on revolutionary violence, highlighting the concept of 'atmospheric violence' as pervasive and omnipresent. It emphasizes violence's nature beyond physical acts, involving societal structures and being dynamic.

#OpenAccess from our latest issue -

Atmospheric violence: Fanon and postcolonial subjectivity - cup.org/46vlUCw

"Revolutionary violence in anti-colonial movements is either glorified as a liberating force or vilified as terrorism"

- Hye Yun Kang

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Abstract discussing the opposition of utopianism and realism in interwar International Relations. It describes how E.H. Carr interacted with Karl Mannheim and Alfred Zimmern, including reading their works and citing Zimmern's arguments.

#OpenAccess from our latest issue -

E. H. Carr and Alfred Zimmern: utopia, reality, and the twenty years’ crisis - https://cup.org/46t6Cya

- Tim Rood

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On the final day of a busy #ISA2026 conference, PhD student Jeffrey Hallock presented his paper on Armenia's anti-corruption efforts following the 2018 Velvet Revolution that brought Nikol Pashinyan to power.

ISA Roundtable on Constructivism in a Realist Age

For those warriors still around for the last slot of #ISA2026 we will have some spicy takes on the status of constructivism to close out the conference

Don't miss today's #ISA2026 presentation by @maziebernard.bsky.social #PoliticalScience

Somali cuisine (2nd time) ✨️ #ISA2026

📣 IPSA at the #ISA2026 Convention!
Last day to visit the IPSA booth to learn more about the 2027 IPSA World Congress and IPSA's academic activities. Visitors will benefit from a 25% discount on IPSA membership and receive promotional items.

Check out this afternoon's #ISA2026 presentation by @tylergirard.bsky.social #PoliticalScience

hey, #ISA2026 attendees who have left: how was Columbus airport? crazy or normal?

Brief conversation with @mybisa.bsky.social director Juliet Dryden about the @isanet.bsky.social #ISA2026 annual convention and the decisions many of our European and UK colleagues are making about the US context youtu.be/vztEfz1FEdE

A collage of photos featuring March flowers: A flower bed outside Emory Claremont campus, a camellia in Henry County, and a blooming tree in Decatur

Psst, if you need motivation to come to #ISA2027, just know that #ATL is already in bloom! #ISA2026 😉

We hope you are enjoying the last day of #ISA2026. If you're in need of some caffeine stop by the Exhibit Hall for our last coffee break happening at 10AM! ☕️