The premier student-run organization for international affairs at Stanford University

Our Mission

The Society for International Affairs at Stanford, SIAS, is Stanford’s premier organization for students involved in the international community and interested in questions of international relations and global citizenship.

SIAS organizes speaker series, discussion events, conferences, and other spaces of community engagement that center international affairs, increasing the understanding of important global phenomena in the campus community. Our leadership and members are committed to providing opportunities for Stanford students to be involved in global affairs from a perspective that amplifies the experiences and issues of different peoples while promoting the spirit and practice of global citizenship.

Through our programming, virtual resources, newsletter, and meetings, we connect our members with resources inside and outside Stanford in order for them to be able to craft academic and professional goals in international affairs that prioritize commitment to the public good, no matter the nationality of the public. We empower our members to pursue careers that serve the global public interest and increase cooperation among different countries. We also host an annual Model UN conference for high-school students and various multicultural events to serve these goals and build our community.

Read about our recent events and updates on our news page.

“SIAS is a space where I can connect with people who are passionate about exploring diverse cultures across the world.”

— Tesfa Madhin, Deputy Programming Officer

Creating a global community