Leadership, Diplomacy and National Security Lab
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Welcome
The Leadership, Diplomacy and National Security Lab (LDNS Lab) advances character-driven leadership, diplomacy, and national security education and training in support of the full range of university enterprises. Led by diplomatic and national security professionals, The Lab dedicates itself to learner-centered solutions and thought leadership through a global network of partners employing state of the art learning tools.
Upcoming Events and Programs
Announcements
Gen. H.R. McMaster Veterans Honor Stole Ceremony Keynote
On May 7, Arizona State University and ASU Leadership, Diplomacy and National Security Lab Distinguished Fellow Gen. H.R. McMaster served as the keynote speaker for the Veterans Honor Stole Ceremony.
He recognized the value of an education at ASU "to develop further the knowledge, the skills, the abilities that will permit you to go on and make even greater contributions to our nation and all of humanity.”
Congratulations to all of the ASU Spring 2022 graduates, especially our LDNS Lab students and fellows!
CIEE Bridge Builders Award
Congratulations to Arizona State University for being selected as a CIEE Council on International Educational Exchange Bridge Builder Award winner!
This honor recognizes institutions that have strengthened the field of international education and exchange and have contributed to building mutual understanding across cultures.
The ASU Leadership, Diplomacy and National Security Lab is honored to play a part in ASU's efforts in global education.
Roskind Great Hall Dedication
The Leadership, Diplomacy, and National Security Lab offers its congratulations to Herb and Laura Roskind following the dedication of Roskind Great Hall on ASU's Tempe Campus this past week. Their generous donations and engagement with the University have positively impacted countless students and departments, including the LDNS Lab.
Learn more about the Roskind's and their incredible work below:
Lab Topics
The New York Times
I’m from a fortunate generation. I can remember a time — about a quarter-century ago — when the world seemed to be coming together. The great Cold War contest between communism and capitalism appeared to be over. Democracy was still spreading. Nations were becoming more economically interdependent. The internet seemed ready to foster worldwide communications. It seemed as if there would be a global convergence around a set of universal values — freedom, equality, personal dignity, pluralism, human rights.
Inspiring Quotes
As we recognize Black History Month and the many contributions of black Americans to our country, we believe these wonderful statements by the innovators of the Harlem Renaissance inspire us today as they did when written.
The Hill
We have all seen the disturbing images from the evacuations at Kabul airport. Most Americans supported ending our military mission in Afghanistan, but likely not in the way the departure has played out.