Geopolitical Complexities of the Russia-Ukraine War - Professor Hilary Appel

In this episode of CMC Conversations, host Parishi Kanuga ’26 sits down with Podlich Family Professor of Government and George R. Roberts Fellow Hilary Appel to discuss the ongoing geopolitical complexities of the Russia-Ukraine war. Professor Appel shares her unique perspective on the "phantom limb" rhetoric of the Kremlin, the systemic shifts she witnessed at the end of the Cold War, and the challenges of teaching international politics during an active "hot war". The conversation explores the necessity of viewpoint diversity in the classroom, the importance of academic empathy, and how even the most contentious global issues can be discussed with constructive dialogue and a seriousness of purpose.Professor Appel's Faculty Profile: https://www.cmc.edu/academic/faculty/profile/hilary-appelProfessor Appel's Google Scholar Profile: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=EBwl5GEAAAAJLearn more about the Keck Center for International & Strategic Studies: https://www.cmckeckcenter.org/