Great Decisions: U.S. Policy Toward Africa
A South Africa Event on 2016-04-06 17:30:00
All meetings are at the Tradewinds Restaurant, Duran Golf Club 7032 Stadium Pkwy, Viera Florida. Seating begins at 5:30 p.m. No seating after 6:30 p.m. Everyone is expected to dine—cost of entrees .00 or less RSVP is required http://fit.edu/lifelong-scholar-society Africa is in the midst of an unprecedented transformation. The continent is home to some of the fastest growing economies in the world, and it’s become a draw for foreign investors from across the globe. After the “Obamamania” of 2008 died down, though, the realization that Obama wasn’t going to overturn, or even prioritize, U.S. Africa policy kicked in. Still, the U.S. has promised to promote” strong institutions, not strong men,” and to favor good governance and healthy economies over profit. How can U.S. policy live up to its promise and values while securing its interest in the region? Facilitated by Dr. Jacob Ivey, Visiting Associate Professor School of Arts and Communication Florida Institute of Technology where he teaches courses on Western Civilization and the history of Modern Africa. His current research focuses on the actions of the African constabulary, particular instances of violent crime, and concerns for safety within the colony of Natal. He has presented his work at multiple national and international conferences, including the British Scholars Society’s Britain and the World Conference in Edinburgh and the African Studies Association’s Annual gathering. PhD: West Virginia University 2015 His research focused on the British Empire in Southern Africa and his dissertation, titled The Making of Natal, investigated the formation of Colonial Natal in 19th century British South Africa, paying particular attention to the primary defensive institutions that characterized it as a colonial state.
at Duran Golf Club
7032 Stadium Parkway
Melbourne, United States
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