Past Council Events
Headline and Cultural Forums
Wed, 02/22/2017 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The World...In General: Consul General Kojiro Uchiyama (Japanese Consular Office in Portland)
Join WAC, Portland State University’s Office of International Affairs and Institute for Asian Studies, and the Oregon Consular Corps for this engaging, multipart series highlighting the work of Consul Generals from across the Pacific Rim Read More ››
International Speaker Series
Wed, 02/22/2017
Win a chance to be a VIP at the International Speaker Series!
Until 11:59 tonight, buy any series tickets at *any* price level, and you'll be entered to win two passes to the VIP reception of your choice! Buy Tickets Now and Enter to Win a VIP Reception for two! http://www.portland5.com/arlene-schnitzer-concert-hall/events/rick-steves Read More ››
Headline and Cultural Forums
Wed, 02/15/2017 - 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Ambassador Kenneth Fairfax: Navigating US-Russia Relations
Ambassador Fairfax draws upon Russian history, culture and politics to explore the current state of US-Russian relations as well as where we may be heading. Read More ››
Headline and Cultural Forums
Tue, 02/14/2017 - 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Rapid-Response: Understanding Resettlement
The World Affairs Council of Oregon and the City of Portland's New Portlander program take a look at the current state of resettlement and refugees in the region. Read More ››
Young Professionals
Tue, 01/31/2017 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
YP CULT
"C U Last Tuesday" is a monthly program put on by the Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Oregon. The theme and format of the event changes from month to month, but what doesn't vary is the promise to entertain, educate, and broaden your horizons. Invite your friends and we'll see you on the last Tuesday of each month! Read More ››
Headline and Cultural Forums
Tue, 01/24/2017 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The World...In General: Vincent Chin Hsiang Yao, Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office
Join WAC, Portland State University’s Office of International Affairs and Institute for Asian Studies, and the Oregon Consular Corps for this engaging, multipart series highlighting the work of Consul Generals from across the Pacific Rim Read More ››
Great Decisions
Fri, 01/20/2017 - 12:00pm - Fri, 03/17/2017 - 1:30pm
Great Decisions Lecture Series
The perennially popular Great Decisions lecture series returns! Each year, the Great Decisions program brings citizens together for lectures and small-group discussion to share ideas and opinions on the issues affecting our global future. Read More ››
