Letter from the Editor in Chief

exciting developments as well. International Relations Review Online, our flagship blog, published roughly five articles a week this semester, and In Relation To , our podcast, launched biweekly episodes, many of which feature scholars and professors.

Dear reader,

Thank you for picking up a copy of the 27th edition of the International Relations Review!

While most journals call for submissions related to a specific topic, the International Relations Review has typically built a title and overarching theme based on our writers’ interests. After reviewing this semester’s article proposals, it was quite clear that nearly all of the articles focused on positionality in the twenty-first century. As students of international relations, our writers are incredibly aware of the growing importance of the study of power dynamics between communities, organizations, and states, especially when deciding what issues they wanted to study this fall. From decolonization efforts to sovereignty movements, “Perspectives on Power” features scholarship on changing powers and players, and how non-state actors and social movements are changing the narrative of foreign affairs. Our cover, featuring the anti-corruption monument of Rwanda, shows the possibilities of change when we challenge power and push leaders to be better.

Behind the 18 articles featured in this issue, there is a 100-person staff working hard to edit the journal, advertise our writing, and create a community within the publication. The work you see featured in the journal is not just that of our writers but of our entire staff who make the publication what it is today. Outside of our print edition, our other branches have experienced

In my third semester as Editorin-Chief of the International Relations Review, I have continued to grow into a stronger editor and leader through the publication process, and this edition was no exception. And again, thank you for making the effort to support undergraduate scholarship and our publication. I hope this glimpse into our opinions and dedication to international issues gives you the hope that we can create a better future together.

Bridgette Lang

Boston University College of Arts and Sciences, Kilachand Honors College, and Pardee School of Global Studies Class of 2023 and Editor in Chief at the International Relations Review , 2021–23