précis Magazine

Fall 2021 ∕ Winter 2022
	On the constitutional void in Haiti A foreign policy informed by the sense that self-governance and the pursuit of equality has been and remains a struggle in both Haiti and the United States may go some way towards bringing about a more nuanced and constructive approach to Haiti's political crisis. And it might also help us in the United States to think a little more forthrightly about our own need for constitutional reform. Read more
	précis Interview: Kelly M Greenhill Kelly M Greenhill, PhD '04, joined CIS as director of the Seminar XXI Program—one of the most successful post-graduate education programs in the national security arena. She discusses her new role as director of the Seminar XXI, her current research and projects underway; and offers advice to students seeking careers in academia and policy-related fields. Read more
	Surviving violence in Delhi: How control and predictability affect decision-making During political violence around the world, ordinary people respond to chaos and danger in many different ways. For everyone who participates in a riot or mob, there is someone who has barricaded themselves in a closet. For every family that seeks refuge from insurgent violence or state terror in another neighborhood or state, another family tries to adapt to the danger and stay put. Read more
	Is an armed conflict imminent? In recent weeks it has seemed increasingly possible that Russia will invade Ukraine. But why is this threat unfolding now, and what is likely to occur? An online panel of experts convened on January 28 and warned of significant reason for concern, while searching for factors that might prevent military action or limit its consequences. Read more
	Wargaming revival at MITEyal Hanfling MIT researchers have been developing the craft of wargaming since the late 1950s. Lincoln Bloomfield, a MIT professor, and other faculty affiliated with CIS were pioneers of modern wargaming technology. Today, CIS is again at the center of new developments in the methodology, pedagogy, and application of wargaming. Read more
	Briefings A look at how countries go nuclear—and why some do not; Embarking upon a leadership journey; Can the world change course on climate?; Women’s rights and rising threats to press freedom worldwide; Networking on a global scale; What’s the next chapter in Afghanistan? Read more
	Activities MISTI launches career connections energy course; IAP contemporary military topics; Human rights and technology fellowships; Focus on Russia seminars offered as Starr Forums; Joint Seminar on South Asian Politics; Emile Bustani Middle East Seminar; SSP Wednesday Seminars. Read more
	End Notes End Notes features the professional achievements of our scholars, students, and staff. This includes recent awards, speaking engagements, and publications. Read more