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The Center for the Study of Global Issues at UGA @globis.bsky.social · 12d

1 MONTH until the priority deadline to apply to GLOBIS summer study away programs!

By applying before the priority deadline of November 1, you guarantee a full review of your application. Considering studying away? Learn more about GLOBIS programs and apply today at spia.uga.edu/undergraduat....

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Cullen Hendrix @cullenhendrix.bsky.social · 21d

Putting numbers to vibes. The confluence of these levels of global geopolitical risk and global trade policy uncertainty hasn't been seen in at least 40 years (as far back as both series go).

Scatterplot of the geopolitical risk index and trade policy uncertainty index, where higher values indicate greater instability. 2025 stands out for extreme trade policy uncertainty and very high levels of geopolitical risk, approaching/surpassing that during the breakup of the Soviet Union and the aftermath of 9/11.

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jael holzman @jael.bsky.social · 23d

I’ve seen a lot of trans folks get outraged at Kamala Harris over this news article

A brief thread on why I would really suggest *reading* the outrage bait posted about our community by major media platforms before hitting “post” on social media

Here we go… 🧵

Kamala Harris cites concerns about trans athletes in her book

The Trump campaign attacked Harris over her positions on transgender rights. She says they were misconstrued.

www.politico.com

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The Center for the Study of Global Issues at UGA @globis.bsky.social · 25d

It’s SPIA Giving Day!

By donating to GLOBIS, you support opportunities for SPIA students to study away, gain experiential learning credit, and conduct human rights research. Donate to the GLOBIS fund today at give.uga.edu/funders/spia....

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The Center for the Study of Global Issues at UGA @globis.bsky.social · 26d

Conduct research in Athens and beyond with GLOBIS!

All students taking part in GLOBIS research opportunities are eligible to apply for a $1,000 research grant through the Center for Undergraduate Research Opportunities (CURO). Find more information at spia.uga.edu/departments-....

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The Center for the Study of Global Issues at UGA @globis.bsky.social · 27d

Applications are NOW OPEN for UGA GLOBIS study away programs!

Explore your opportunities to live, learn, and research away with GLOBIS! Learn more and apply today at globis.uga.edu.

Apply before November 1 to guarantee a full review of your application.

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K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · 27d

I think I messed up entering the ALT text, so for reference, the GIF is Brennan Lee Mulligan in character as George RR Martin on Make Some Noise explaining why we'll never get The Winds of Winter: "I don't know, have you ever tried to write? It's the saddest, hardest, worst thing in the world."

K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · 27d

I'm on research leave from teaching this semester (still have admin duties for GLOBIS), and it's great. I'm really getting a lot done. At the same time, @brennanleemulligan.bsky.social (as GRRM) wasn't completely wrong about this.

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K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · 29d

Thank you!

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K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · 29d

I was very honored to receive the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award back in April. Several people asked for the text from my speech, and I've finally posted it. TLDR: While it feels like the world is pushing the other direction, those who care about human rights still have the tools to push back.

Human Rights Person @humanrightsperson.bsky.social · Sep 14

A Humanitarian Award in Inhumane Times

At Alumni Weekend back in April, the Hendrix College Alumni Association presented me with the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award. Given to “living alumni who have significantly improved the quality of life in the world through their service and dedication to…

A Humanitarian Award in Inhumane Times

At Alumni Weekend back in April, the Hendrix College Alumni Association presented me with the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award. Given to “living alumni who have significantly improved the quality of life in the world through their service and dedication to humanity,” it’s one of the greatest honors I've ever received. Getting an award like this from my undergraduate alma mater, which has already given me so much, filled me with gratitude.

humanrightsperson.com

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K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · 29d

This is one of the first things I'm posting under my new "Human Rights Person" project. I'm slowly rolling this out, but there's a lot more coming in the next few months. So, if you're interested, please follow and subscribe. humanrightsperson.com

Human Rights Person

You're a human rights person. You just may not know it yet.

humanrightsperson.com

K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · 29d

I was very honored to receive the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award back in April. Several people asked for the text from my speech, and I've finally posted it. TLDR: While it feels like the world is pushing the other direction, those who care about human rights still have the tools to push back.

Human Rights Person @humanrightsperson.bsky.social · Sep 14

A Humanitarian Award in Inhumane Times

At Alumni Weekend back in April, the Hendrix College Alumni Association presented me with the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award. Given to “living alumni who have significantly improved the quality of life in the world through their service and dedication to…

A Humanitarian Award in Inhumane Times

At Alumni Weekend back in April, the Hendrix College Alumni Association presented me with the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award. Given to “living alumni who have significantly improved the quality of life in the world through their service and dedication to humanity,” it’s one of the greatest honors I've ever received. Getting an award like this from my undergraduate alma mater, which has already given me so much, filled me with gratitude.

humanrightsperson.com

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Red Hot World @redhotworld.bsky.social · Sep 13

When speaking to Tommy Robinson at the far right demonstration in London today, Elon Musk wore a t-shirt saying "What would Orwell think?"

So let's dive in - what would George Orwell think about Tommy Robinson and Elon Musk? 🧵

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The Center for the Study of Global Issues at UGA @globis.bsky.social · Sep 3

The application for the Spring 2026 cohort of the GLOBIS Human Rights Research Lab is NOW OPEN!

The GHRRL is a selective program for students interested in getting hands-on experience with human rights research.

Apply to the GHRRL by October 19 at spia.uga.edu/departments-....

Human Rights Research & Education - SPIA

GLOBIS human rights projects make human rights data available and accessible to people all over the globe, produce cutting-edge research on the causes and consequences of human rights practices, and t...

spia.uga.edu

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Kevin Reuning @reuning.bsky.social · Sep 1

You do _not_ have to reply to an email as soon as you receive it. Sending an email at a weird time does not mean you expect a response at a weird time.

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The Center for the Study of Global Issues at UGA @globis.bsky.social · Jul 23

GLOBIS is Hiring!

GLOBIS is seeking a high-achieving, detail-oriented researcher to support the Center’s Human Rights Research and Education programs.

Interested in joining our team? Learn more about the position and apply by August 18 on UGA Job Search by searching “GLOBIS” or Posting # S13896P

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K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · Jul 21

Job alert! Please apply and/or share with your networks!

GLOBIS is hiring a Research Professional to work with us on our Human Rights Programs, especially the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI). (1/3)

www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...

Research Professional

The Center for the Study of Global Issues (GLOBIS) is seeking a high-achieving, detail-oriented researcher to support the Center’s Human Rights Research and Education programs. In particular, this pos...

www.ugajobsearch.com

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K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · Jul 21

The deadline to ensure that an application receives full consideration is August 18; we are hoping to have someone in the role by September. Funding for the role is currently secured through at least December 2026, with more likely to come. (3/3)

www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...

Research Professional

The Center for the Study of Global Issues (GLOBIS) is seeking a high-achieving, detail-oriented researcher to support the Center’s Human Rights Research and Education programs. In particular, this pos...

www.ugajobsearch.com

K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · Jul 21

The ideal candidate will possess strong quantitative methods skills and an interest in applying those skills to measure human rights practices worldwide and to conduct cutting-edge human rights research. (2/3)

www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...

Research Professional

The Center for the Study of Global Issues (GLOBIS) is seeking a high-achieving, detail-oriented researcher to support the Center’s Human Rights Research and Education programs. In particular, this pos...

www.ugajobsearch.com

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K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · Jul 21

Job alert! Please apply and/or share with your networks!

GLOBIS is hiring a Research Professional to work with us on our Human Rights Programs, especially the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI). (1/3)

www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...

Research Professional

The Center for the Study of Global Issues (GLOBIS) is seeking a high-achieving, detail-oriented researcher to support the Center’s Human Rights Research and Education programs. In particular, this pos...

www.ugajobsearch.com

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K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · Jul 18

This afternoon's work time vinyl: American Aquarium (@americanaquarium.bsky.social) - Lamentations

The cover of American Aquarium's album, Lamentations, which shows a drawing of a house painted with a stylized cowboy, face obscured under hat and hands, multi-colored tears rubbing down the arms. Sitting on a stand that says: "NOW PLAYING"

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Josh Zingher @zingherpolisci.bsky.social · Jun 30

The value of college, both at the individual and societal level, is that it creates more enlightened, thoughtful, and socially productive people. Education isn't a means to an end, it's an end in itself. The view that education is a job training program is both misguided and anti-intellectual.

Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò @olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social · Jun 30

among the things we apparently need to do a better job of going forward - as a society, it seems - is communicating the basic conceit of what learning is and why we value it. a problem that we in higher ed share with our K-12 colleagues

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The Center for the Study of Global Issues at UGA @globis.bsky.social · Jun 25

Ring the bell! Former GLOBIS Human Rights Lab Director Dr. Meridith LaVelle has successfully defended her dissertation. She will be a Humboldt Research Fellow at the University of Mannheim in the Fall. Congratulations, Dr. LaVelle!

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K. Chad Clay @kchadclay.bsky.social · Jun 24

I'm happy to present Dr. Meridith LaVelle! Dr. LaVelle successfully defended her dissertation this morning. She will be a Humboldt Research Fellow at the University of Mannheim this fall. A huge thanks to her other committee members, Amanda Murdie, Danny Hill, and Jeffrey Berejikian.

Image of 5 people on Zoom: Amanda Murdie, K. Chad Clay, Daniel Hill, Jeffrey Berejikian, and Meridith LaVelle

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