Life at I-House teaches one lesson over and over: connections occur when we leave our comfort zones. A recent fireside chat in the Home Room reminded residents that the most meaningful relationships are built when we notice the humanity in people unlike ourselves, step forward with generosity, and make space for others to succeed. On November 18, International House partnered with the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) in welcoming Dr. Mariko Silver for a special crossover of CFR’s Lessons Learned Series and the I-House Distinguished Speaker Series. Silver is a CFR term member and...

At first glance, a contract negotiation and a championship match might seem worlds apart. But as it happens, they have more in common than you might expect. On October 30, I-House residents gathered for a fireside chat illustrating how law and business often intertwine behind the scenes of professional sports and entertainment. The event, titled “From the Courtroom to the Court: The Intersection of Law, Sports, & Entertainment,” was organized and hosted by second-year I-House resident Saeed Ahmad. The evening’s panel included Jeffrey Gewirtz, Executive Vice President and Chief Legal...

What does moral courage look like in practice? A conversation with Teresa Younger, President and CEO of the Ms. Foundation for Women, revealed that it starts with asking hard questions, challenging unfairness, and using every opportunity to make the world more fair. On October 16, International House hosted Younger for a powerful fireside chat on what it takes to build community and address gender disparities globally. She reflected on her life’s journey, from Girl Scout to an eventual leader of the ACLU and a celebrated advocate for women and girls of color. The talk explored themes of...