About the Series
Launched in 2015, International House and UChicago Global joined forces with the Chicago Consular Corps to expand the Diplomatic Encounters Series to better connect the UChicago community with representatives of diplomatic missions from around Chicago and across the nation. The series aims to provide a venue to hear from leading diplomats, engage them in open dialogue, and come to a better understanding of the issues, challenges, and opportunities facing countries around the world. Programs are held throughout the year and include the annual consular reception hosted by the Office of the President.
International House was pleased to participate in the 2024-2025 University of Chicago and Chicago Consular Corps Reception: Conversations with Academic Experts in Evidence-informed Public Policy held on Thursday, November 21 at the University of Chicago Keller Center, with 58 attendees and more than 23 countries represented. The reception was hosted by President Paul Alivisatos and Professor Kai Yee C. Lee. The discussion highlighted the Harris School of Public Policy’s groundbreaking work in designing evidence-based solutions to society’s most pressing challenges, showcasing the university’s commitment to impactful global scholarship.