The World Affairs Fellows program is a ten-month series of monthly seminars on international affairs issues. A small yet dynamic group of future international leaders, nominated from a variety of fields, gain access to high caliber speakers and develop contacts with local counterparts. Based on an academic year from September to June, discussions take place during monthly breakfasts in downtown Seattle.
Discussions are limited to twenty participants including the guest speaker and moderator.
Formal presentations are designed to stimulate exchange, and there is ample time for in-depth discussions with the group. The Executive Director of the World Affairs Council, moderates the discussions. Program Discussions examine pertinent international issues affecting our world today. International authorities in their field will lead the discussions. Responsibilities Fellows prepare for discussions through advanced readings and are expected to participate in at least eighty percent of the sessions.