Historically, the U.S. has advanced new ideas about trade, technology, industrial policy, and competition within the world economy's framework, with a focus on China and Europe.

For most of the postwar World War II era, the U.S. has tied its global leadership to cooperative international agendas for creating more open-world trading systems. But these historical notions are now undergoing a transformation.

Are we entering an era of isolationism with trade barriers or simply experiencing a modification of trade rules while accelerating a more robust global economy?

Having served on the faculty of the Air Force Institute of Technology’s Graduate School of Engineering and Management, and as a retired Army reserve infantryman with service in combat and peacekeeping operations in North Africa, Southwest Asia, Korea and Japan, Mike Hicks understands the juncture of public expenditures in education as well as military preparedness.

Join us for this important discussion.

Register for this program: Indiana Council on World Affairs - World Economy and U.S. Changing Leadership (wildapricot.org)

Review the full series: Indiana Council on World Affairs - Great Decisions 2025 - ICWA 8-Week Series - Registration, Review and YouTube Links

Order your Great Decisions 2025 Briefing Book: Books | ICWA (indianaworld.org)

03-16-25

REGISTER HERE WITH THIS LINK:

Indiana Council on World Affairs - Music as a Global Language

Enjoy global exhibits, food and music at Indy's Global Village!

Music and food are global languages - they require no translation.

We have an immediate reaction to music. We want to move, and we often begin by moving our feet, perhaps our hand, our heads. We may want to dance! We may want to sing!! We smile, we laugh, we connect with those around us. Music is contagious!

A committee of musicians and artists chose Latin America, China and Africa to display both instruments and musicians. Musical selections will take the audience to far reaches of our world, and we will tell the stories behind the instruments and the notes. 

~ What did the composer want us to know?

~ Why is the instrument unique to this part of the world?

~ What does the sound and the beat tell us about the people living there?

~ Can we close our eyes and visualize where this music emanates?

It will be Spring again, and this program is a great way to celebrate its welcome return.

Join us!

Venue Location: Indy's Global Village, 4233 Lafayette Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46254

03-22-25

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Also, from the Indiana Council on World Affairs:

Coming on May 6, 2025, at Indy's Global Village

Indiana Council on World Affairs - Indianapolis as a Global Crossroads: Celebrating, Educating, Connecting

Venue Location: Indy's Global Village, 4233 Lafayette Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46254

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LEARN ABOUT WORLD AFFAIRS TOPICS! 

Order your Great Decisions Briefing Book: Books | ICWA (indianaworld.org)

ICWA GREAT DECISIONS SERIES: The Indiana Council on World Affairs 2025 Great Decisions Lecture Series runs 8 consecutive weeks during February and March. Order your own Great Decisions book and read along as you watch the full recorded series on your own schedule: Indiana Council on World Affairs - Great Decisions 2025 - Review and Access ICWA Recordings via YouTube

Books | ICWA (indianaworld.org)

03-22-25

Save your place for this in-person public forum. Register today! 

Date:  May 6, 2025, 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Dinner 6:00 pm. Program 6:30 pm. 

Price: $30.00, includes Reception, Exhibits, Dinner and Program with Panel Discussion. Cash Wine Bar and water available. Student Rate: $10. Note: On-line pre-paid registration required.

Location: Indy's Global Village, 4233 Lafayette Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46254. FREE parking.  

A community-oriented discussion about our Indianapolis area and State as a welcoming crossroads for Celebrating, Educating, and Connecting for all of us.

Come, hear what Indianapolis community and business leaders have to say about the future of our community!

PROGRAM DETAILS AND SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Let's gather at Indy's Global Village. When you arrive, you will be surrounded with cultural enhancements. The Main Hall features flags from around the world on full display. Global art and cultural items are displayed in the eight galleries. 

● 5:00 pm - Doors open for Networking Reception, including Exhibits. Cash wine bar and water.  Enjoy sipping the interesting wines while you enjoy the cultural displays, meet and make friends, and see international cultural exhibits.

● 5:45 pm - Check-in for Dinner in the Event Hall. On-line pre-paid reservations required. Regular and vegetarian options. 

● 6:00 pm - Interfaith Greetings, Opening Video, and Dinner

PechaKucha Showcase

An opportunity for those in the Indianapolis community to share stories and experiences of international connections here in Indiana. Personal testimonies are the highlight of these presentations, showcasing the global connections of our city. To learn more about how your stories or images can be included in this PechaKucha Showcase, click here:

https://www.pechakucha.com/communities/indy-as-a-global-crossroads/feed

     

● 6:30 pm - Welcome and Introductory Remarks 

PANEL DISCUSSION ABOUT THE FUTURE OF OUR CITY

Our panel will discuss what it takes to build a "Global Crossroads City." One that benefits from the vibrancy of residents from diverse talents, backgrounds and experiences. Together, let's build the future!  

ABOUT OUR PANELISTS:

All our panelists are well-respected business and civic leads who demonstrate mentorship and community engagement.

The International Center

Moderator: Kristie Johnson, PhD, CFRE, Vice President of Development & External Affairs, The International Center

Kristie S. Johnson, PhD, CFRE | LinkedIn

Welcome - The International Center

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City of Indianapolis

Panelist: Judith B. Thomas, Deputy Mayor of Neighborhood Engagement, City of Indianapolis.

Judith B Thomas | LinkedIn

indy.gov: Your Digital City Hall

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Indianapolis Airport Authority 

Panelist: Holli Harrington, Senior Director, Strategic Alliance, Indianapolis Airport Authority

https://www.ind.com/about/leadership/senior-leadership/holli-harrington 

Indianapolis Airport Authority (Home) | Indianapolis Airport Authority

2024 Community Impact | IND Airport https://youtu.be/0PnVSdQfCCk?si=b6UpIoY9FRJcOGD3

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Old National Bank

Panelist: Leo Lopez, Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Marketing Executive, Old National Bank

LEO Lopez - SVP Community Lending Market Executive - Old National Bank | LinkedIn

Your Trusted Financial Partner | Old National Bank

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Center for Interfaith Cooperation

Panelist: Charlie Wiles, Director Emeritus, Center for Interfaith Cooperation

www.indycic.org

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~ ABOUT OUR EVENT PLANNING PARTNERS ~

Indiana Council on World Affairs - www.IndianaWorld.org     

Patchwork Indiana - What We Do | Patchwork Indy

Center for Interfaith Cooperation - www.indycic.org

International Center - https://internationalcenter.org/        

Global Village – International Marketplace Coalition | Indianapolis

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~ THANKS TO OUR SPONSORING PARTNERS ~

LEARN ABOUT MORE WORLD AFFAIRS TOPICS! Order your Great Decisions Briefing Book soon: Books | ICWA (indianaworld.org)

GREAT DECISIONS SERIES: The Indiana Council on World Affairs' 2025 Great Decisions Lecture Series will run 8 consecutive weeks during February and March. To see the 2025 topics: Indiana Council on World Affairs - Great Decisions (wildapricot.org)

To participate: Live Zoom events, with selected expert speakers on eight Great Decisions topics, are open to the public. Registration is available for single sessions. Review the full series: Indiana Council on World Affairs - Great Decisions 2025 - ICWA 8-Week Series - Registration, Review and YouTube Links

03-18-25

• The ICWA 2025 Great Decisions Series was presented live via Zoom during 8 consecutive weeks of February and March, with the last presentation on March 26th.  All programs were at 7:00PM EST, and included robust Q&A.
  

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• Now, as an additional amenity, the sessions are recorded and available via the Indiana Council on World Affairs YouTube channel. To access the recordings, you can go directly to YouTube or use the YouTube links placed below, next to each session's title. 
  

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• Below is a list of the 8 topics and speakers who presented during this informative series on timely, globally significant topics. 

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ICWA 2025 Great Decisions Topics and Speakers

Watch the series via YouTube to hear what these esteemed scholars and diplomats say about current U.S. foreign policy!

Books | ICWA (indianaworld.org)

ICWA 2025 Great Decisions - Detail

FEBRUARY 2025

1. Tuesday, February 4 - Climate Change and Security with Prof. Daniel Cole

Recording: Great Decisions 2025: Climate Change and National Security with Professor Daniel Cole - YouTube

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2.   Wednesday, February 12 - Taiwan with Dr. Paul Heer

Recording: Great Decisions 2025: US - Chinese Relations in Tense Times: Trade, Tech and Taiwan w/ Dr. Paul Heer - YouTube

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3.  Tuesday, February 18 - Gaza with Professor Pierre Atlas 

Recording: Great Decisions 2025: American Policy in the Middle East and Gaza with Professor Pierre Atlas - YouTube