What does it mean to build peace? The twenty-first century has seen a series of challenges to our collective understanding of this concept. Over 70 million people are currently displaced because of war, violence, persecution, and human rights violations, with half of this population being young people.
The toll of multi-year conflicts can be seen in such disparate places as Ukraine, Sudan, and Syria. Within the United States, recent polls find that nearly one in four Americans believe that some sort of political violence is necessary to “save” the country. And at the individual level, the anxiety and trauma created by the COVID-19 pandemic continue to challenge the well-being of people across the globe.
The 2025 World Affairs Seminar, Peacebuilding: Creating Lasting Change, will introduce delegates to institutions, people, and ideas that address such challenges as they strive to build a more peaceful world. Delegates will be challenged to create a holistic, inclusive understanding of peacebuilding, one that considers the global, national, and local issues that often stand in the way of opportunity, equality, and justice. As Rotary International reminds us, “when people work to create peace in their communities, that change can have a global impact.” WAS 2025 will allow you to put this powerful idea in motion.
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About the Seminar
At the 2025 Seminar, we expect attendees from around the world. Each delegate will have their own opinions, story, and viewpoint, contributing to conversations about global trends in the fields of democracy and governance from a variety of perspectives. By the time the Seminar is over, each delegate will not only know the stories of others and shared their own but will have gained valuable skills to help them take action in the world they will inherit.
The World Affairs Seminar is truly an international experience. WAS brings together peers from around the world to learn international relations and develop skills in diplomacy, communication and cooperation. Since 1976 WAS has impacted and changed lives, providing highly relevant skills in group problem solving, negotiation and peaceful diplomacy. Featured speakers represent a wide variety of perspectives, opinions and backgrounds. We believe every point of view matter – we embrace and mandate healthy respectful debate leading to collaborative learning and growth. Your role is to distill information, identify priorities and develop defining skills to both lead and cooperate with others from different cultures to reach workable solutions.
Be a Delegate!
US & international High School Students between the ages of 15-18 years of age
The World Affairs Seminar (WAS) is a unique interactive educational program for high school students. Since WAS first accepted students in 1977, over 30,000 future world leaders have participated. Registration is now OPEN.
Be a Counselor!
College-aged students & other community leaders
World Affairs Seminar Counselors and Nurses are highly valued and the backbone of the WAS seminar experience. Our volunteer counselors come from a variety of backgrounds including teachers, college students, past participants, and more. Volunteer applications now available.
Become a Sponsor!
Inspire a future leader
There are many ways to give to our program. Anybody can support WAS, including Rotary Clubs, other service organizations, schools, parents, and even grandparents. Your gift can go a long way to inspire your high school student Click the link below for our various sponsorship opportunities.
Interested in attending the 2025 World Affairs Seminar?
If you wish to attend, start by showing this information to your parents, a teacher, guidance counselor or principal. Let them know you are interested.
- Cost is less than most sports or music camps.
- Scholarships may be available through your local School District, Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions, Optimist Clubs or other service organizations.
- When asking for a scholarship, offer to make a presentation about your experiences.
WAS 2025 Pricing & Fees
Discounts may apply (scroll down for details)
Domestic Participants
US and Canada- Six nights lodging in double occupancy campus residence halls
- Meals from Saturday dinner through Friday breakfast
- Use of linen – sheets, pillowcases, towel & wash cloth (must be returned complete and undamaged)
- Packet & Name Badge provided at check-in
- All seminar materials, including Guidebook access
- Instructional materials and expenses (includes keynote speakers & materials)
- Admission to all activities including Field Trips, Dance, and Special Functions
- 24-hour access to trained and qualified nursing and staff counselors
- Use of Seminar related facilities, including computer rooms
- Use of Athletic Facilities (sign-up may be required)
- Transportation to and from the Seminar is the responsibility of the participant’s parent(s) and/or sponsor.
- Shuttle to and from airport ($40 round trip to Mitchell International Airport, Milwaukee; $60 round trip to O’Hare, Chicago)
- Items of a personal nature not included. (Note: we recommend you bring an additional towel and wash cloth)
International Participants
All other nations & territories- Six nights lodging in double occupancy campus residence halls
- Meals from Saturday dinner through Friday breakfast
- Use of linen – sheets, pillowcases, towel & wash cloth (must be returned complete and undamaged)
- Packet & Name Badge provided at check-in
- All seminar materials, including Guidebook access
- Instructional materials and expenses (includes keynote speakers & materials)
- Admission to all activities including Field Trips, Dance, and Special Functions
- 24-hour access to trained and qualified nursing and staff counselors
- Use of Seminar related facilities, including computer rooms
- Use of Athletic Facilities (sign-up may be required)
- Transportation to and from the Seminar is the responsibility of the participant’s parent(s) and/or sponsor.
- Shuttle to and from airport ($40 round trip to Mitchell International Airport, Milwaukee; $60 round trip to O’Hare, Chicago)
- Items of a personal nature not included. (Note: we recommend you bring an additional towel and wash cloth)
Seminar Discounts
- Early Bird Discount: If fee is paid by Friday, February 28, 2025:
- $50 discount per traditional/in-person delegate
- Group Discount: Support of four (4) or more delegates get an additional discount per delegate
- $50 discount per traditional/in-person delegate
- Additional Scholarships & Discounts may apply. Contact the World Affairs Seminar office to inquire about details and availability.
All discounts & scholarships may be combined to increase savings.
DEADLINES FOR THE 2025 SEMINAR ARE:
- Early Bird Registration Deadline is February 28, 2025. Registration payment due to qualify for discount
- General Registration Deadline is May 23, 2025: All Payments and Registration Materials Due
The 2025 World Affairs Seminar will be hosted in-person at
Carroll University in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
100 N. East Avenue
Waukesha, WI 53186
For more information, visit:
www.carrollu.edu
Carroll University (Waukesha, Wisconsin)
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