European Waves

🇪🇺 Experience Brussels through the eyes of EPS students! What does the EU look like up close? During the recent Brussels Field Trip, European Politics and Society students explored EU migration policy, public diplomacy, lobbying and more. From “The Dark Side of the EU” tour to engaging sessions at the European Commission, EEAS, and Permanent Representations, students gained valuable insights into European politics and their potential future careers. In her reflection, Juliette Herman highlights the depth of this experience and what it means for tomorrow’s leaders. ➡️ Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eDjgE6nR #EUPolitics #BrusselsExperience #EuropeanWaves #StudentReflections #FutureLeaders

📢 Special release: Double articles this week! 🇺🇸🇺🇦 The Trump Era returns—what’s next for the U.S. and Ukraine? With Donald Trump’s November 5th victory over Kamala Harris, the U.S. political landscape has entered a new chapter. But his influence reaches beyond American borders, especially in Ukraine, where U.S. support is crucial amid the ongoing conflict. In this thought-provoking piece, EPS students Asher Stein and Anastasiia Klemberh bring perspectives from both nations on what Trump’s presidency means for the future of American and Ukrainian interests. 🔗 Read their insights on European Waves: https://lnkd.in/eaG-qdfU #EuropeanWaves #USElection2024 #GlobalPolitics #GlobalPerspectives 

🇺🇸🌍 What does Trump’s re-election mean for the world? Donald Trump’s return to the U.S. presidency has sparked intense discussions globally, from economic policies in France to territorial dispute over South China Sea tensions in the Philippines. In this collaborative piece, EPS students from around the world, Maria Ziaja, Aieshah Balmori, Aline Gil, Ana Sánchez Antelo, Rutendo Mukono, Imogen Wymer, Céleste Nonnenmacher, and Tilman Voss, examine the factors behind his decisive victory and how different nations are preparing for what’s next. 📖 Read the full article on European Waves: https://lnkd.in/eG7HTRci #EuropeanWaves #USElection #GlobalPerspective 

🌿🌏With deforestation impacting climate, biodiversity, and communities, agricultural production drives almost 90% of forest loss worldwide. The EU is the second-largest importer of deforestation-linked goods, responsible for 13-16% of this impact. On October 2nd, the EU delayed its Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) by a year, adding complexity to its Green Deal goals. In her article “The European Deforestation Regulation and EU’s Normative Power: Shaping Global Trade for Sustainability”, Ana Sánchez Antelo delves into how this regulation could reshape trade, especially for producer countries in the Global South, and the challenges of fair implementation. 🔗 Read Ana’s full article on European Waves: https://lnkd.in/e7fTmCBS #EuropeanWaves #EuropeanGreenDeal #DeforestationRegulation #SustainableTrade #ClimateAction

🇩🇪Explore how Bavaria’s strong regional identity and cultural pride contribute to both synergy and complexity within Germany’s federal framework. From iconic traditions like Oktoberfest 🍻 to strategic political influence, Bavaria remains a dynamic force shaping German society and governance. 📖 Read the full article by Tilman Voss for an in-depth look at how these distinct elements interact within Germany’s evolving political landscape. 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/empHdnaj #EuropeanWaves #Bavaria #EuropeanPolitics #CulturalIdentity

🇪🇺 In "Summer School Reflection: an Observation on the Concept of Europe," an EPS student Chris Chen shares his thought-provoking reflections on Europe’s complex identity. Through Kant’s Enlightenment philosophy, the article explores how European intellectual traditions shaped today’s geopolitical and cultural landscape—and raises critical questions about their global influence. 🌍 A must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, cultural identity, and the future of Europe. 🔗 Read full story here: https://lnkd.in/eZSRQFMa #EuropeanWaves #EUEnlargement #SummerSchoolThoughts

The reasoning behind Russia’s invasion of Ukraine goes beyond geopolitics. Putin’s regime taps into long-standing Slavophile ideology and Czarist dogma to shape a narrative that extends Russia’s imperial ambitions into the modern day. In this insightful article, EPS student Jan-Malte Schulz explores how these historical currents continue to influence Russia’s actions in the post-Soviet space. A must-read for those interested in understanding the deeper motivations behind the war. 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e2KWP3y4 #EuropeanWaves #RussiaUkraineWar #Slavophilism #Geopolitics #PostSovietSpace

🎉 We are excited to present our new board members for European Waves for 2024-2025! Join us in welcoming Céleste Nonnenmacher and Tilman Voss as Editing Team Leads, Anastasiia Klemberh as Secretary & Website Lead, Asher Stein as Podcast Team Lead, and Watchareeya Yodprathum as Communications Team Lead. We promise to drive European Waves to new heights, enhancing our articles and podcasts. We look forward to a productive year ahead. Stay tuned for what’s next! 🌟 #EuropeanWaves #boardmembers #leadership #diversity

🏅🌊The 2024 Paris Olympics may be over, but Paris continues its ambitious mission to breathe new life into the Seine. This project aims to revitalize the historic river, reconnecting it with urban life. Can this historic waterway, once a hub of Parisian life, be fully revived? Dive into the insights of bold efforts to reconnect the city with its iconic river and the challenges ahead from EPS students, Alessia Zannoni & Rebecca De Romanis. 🔗 Read their insightful analysis here: https://lnkd.in/epZbuVRd #EuropeanWaves #Paris2024 #OlympicGames

🇪🇺🎸 This edition of the Eurovision Song Contest held in Malmö might have been the most politicised ever, marked by large protests, bans, and an unexpected disqualification. EPS students Mara Vos Carrero & Matilde Forno analyse the controversies surrounding the event. 🔗 Link to article: https://lnkd.in/duJPDPRa #europeanwaves #europeanpolitics #policy #eurovision