Thomas Carothers is Vice President for Studies at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. His lecture entitled "Doubts and Dilemmas: U.S. Responses to Arab Political Change" was delivered March 25, 2014.

The Global Perspectives Speaker Series hosts a wide array of prominent public servants, scholars, and activists whose professional accomplishments demonstrate impact and leadership on the global stage. The series is an initiative of the School of Global and International Studies (SGIS) in the College of Arts and Sciences. Established in 2012, the School of Global and International Studies offers opportunities for interdisciplinary learning and research, providing students with the global competencies and leadership skills needed in the 21st century.