International Law

April learning opportunity for students - Introduction to Quantum + Policy

March 17, 2026
This unique upcoming course will offer a practical introduction to quantum technology and why it matters for policy, business, security, and innovation. Through expert guest speakers (Irfan Siddiq, Claire Cramer, Bert de Jong (QSA), Brandon Severin (Conductor Quantum), and others) and a hands-on simulation (wargame led by Reddie), students will explore the real-world implications of quantum and build confidence engaging with one of the most important emerging technologies.

Headed for a Cliff? Steering Safe Tech in an Era of Deregulation

March 14, 2026

April 8, 2026 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM | 223 Philosophy Hall

*Lunchtime talk*

Mary Saunders in conversation with Debra Miller Glass, PhD

As artificial intelligence, biotechnology, quantum technologies, and other innovations rapidly advance, global standards - rather than binding regulations - are increasingly shaping how these tools are developed, governed, and deployed.

Join IIS for a conversation with Mary Saunders, Senior Vice President and Head of Government Relations at the American National Standards...

Rupture: The U.S. and the Fate of World Order Speaker Series - Rupture #2: Security

February 19, 2026

March 5, 2026 | 12:30 - 2 pm (lunch talk) | 223 Philosophy Hall

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IIS Spring 2026 Speaker Series

Rupture: The U.S. and the Fate of World Order

Rupture #2: Security
What are the prospects for American security when strong alliances are shaken?

The bedrock of American foreign policy and national security -...

Michael Walzer: Political Theory and Social Criticism

Michael Walzer
2013

Conversations host Harry Kreisler welcomes Michael Walzer, Professor Emeritus of Social Science at the Institute for Advanced Study, who reflects on his intellectual journey. Topics covered include: the influence of his parents; his Jewish upbringing; his education at Brandeis; Harvard, and Cambridge; his tenure at Dissent and the impact of the protest movements of the 1960's. Walzer compares the work of a political theorist and that of a social critic. He analyzes humanitarian intervention and drone warfare in the context of just war theory. He also discusses the aftermath of the...

Luc Walleyn: Humanitarian Law

Luc Walleyn
2003

Belgian human rights lawyer Luc Walleyn discusses the evolution of human rights law in the European Union and the implications of universal jurisdiction for international law.

Keywords: War Crimes; Humanitarian Law

Tom Farer: International Law and Human Rights

Tom Farer
2000

Dean of the Graduate School of International Studies at the University of Denver, Tom Farer discusses his work in human rights, international law, foreign policy and humanitarian intervention with UC Berkeley's Harry Kreisler

Tom Farer: Confronting Global Terrorism: The Elements of a Liberal Grand Strategy

Tom Farer
2007

Conversations host Harry Kreisler welcomes international lawyer and policy analyst Tom Farer for a discussion of the different world views of liberals and neo-conservatives within the foreign policy community. He analyzes their different perspectives on the U.S. role in the world, on the problem of terrorism, and their choice of means for the conduct of foreign policy. He also discusses the historical continuity in U.S. foreign policy.

KEYWORDS: Torture, Strategy.

Juan Guzman: Confronting Chile's History

Juan Guzman
2001

UC Berkeley's Harry Kreisler and Juan Guzman, Chief judge, Court of Appeals, Santiago, Chile, discuss human rights and the Chilean justice system.

KEYWORDS: Chile

Stuart E. Eizenstat: Politics, Law, and the Search for 'Imperfect Justice

Stuart E. Eizenstat
2003

Host Harry Kreisler welcomes distinguished public servant Stuart E. Eizenstat for a discussion of his career in politics and law and his new book, "Imperfect Justice," an account of his work as the President's envoy to solve the conundrum of reparations for Holocaust survivors.

http://globetrotter.berkeley.edu/people3/Eizenstat/

Key Words: Law, International Law, U.S. Presidents, Human Rights, Reparations, Justice, Presidents

Stephen Holmes: America's Reckless Response To Terror

Stephen Holmes
2008

America's Reckless Response To Terror - Conversations host Harry Kreisler welcomes NYU law professor Stephen Holmes for a discussion of the Bush administration response to the 911 attack. He analyzes the motivations behind policies, examines the interplay between politics and ideas, and highlights the implications for American democracy. He also addresses the options available to the next President in confronting the tragic errors of the Bush administration.

http://globetrotter.berkeley.edu/...