President Donald Trump began his new term with European policy goals that include a swift end to the Russia-Ukraine war, a proposal for the United States to control Greenland, and using tariffs to country a trade deficit with the European Union — all objectives much more easily voiced than accomplished. Virginia Tech international security expert Yannis Stivachtis shares insights into the Trump administration’s motives and challenges.
Virginia Tech in collaboration with the Embassy of Switzerland will host a program March 16 in honor of Women's History Month. It will discuss gender in politics and provide a pathway to participation for future women leaders.