The World Mind is American University’s undergraduate-led publication dedicated to covering foreign policy and global affairs. Our aim is to foster a community of passionate students eager to collaborate with others to offer diverse perspectives and meaningful dialogue analyzing the top stories in international relations. With each piece, our team works to contribute cutting-edge analyses on pertinent topics unfolding in the world today.

Meet the Team

  • Ella Rutman

    EDITOR–IN–CHIEF

  • Ibrahim Bah

    MANAGING EDITOR

    AFRICA

  • Samuel Tustin

    MANAGING EDITOR

    EUROPE

  • Emma Emata

    MANAGING EDITOR

    INDO-PACIFIC

  • Solaris Ahmetjan

    MANAGING EDITOR

    INDO-PACIFIC

  • Paloma Dean

    MANAGING EDITOR

    MIDDLE EAST

  • Vincent Iannuzzi-Sucich

    MANAGING EDITOR

    NORTH AMERICA

  • Alexandra Valdez

    MANAGING EDITOR

    SOUTH AMERICA

  • Annalise Vézinai

    MANAGING EDITOR

    FRENCH

  • Leah Hitzrot

    MANAGING EDITOR

    INTERNATIONAL

  • Liv Bush-Moline

    STAFF WRITER

  • Catherine Grau

    STAFF WRITER

Join our team!

The World Mind offers American University undergraduates an opportunity to both improve their analytical skills and share their work with the world. We are a team comprised of committed and passionate Staff Writers and Editors, united in the shared interest in international affairs. One of the greatest priorities for The World Mind is to diversify its content and bring in dynamic insights as we continue to expand.

Staff Writers

We are currently seeking undergraduate students with a passion for writing and international affairs to join our team of Staff Writers. In this position, individuals gain experience in the publishing processes, while advancing their writing, research, analytical, and collaborative skills. Our mission is to apply academic theory to real-world events around the globe.

Responsibilities include:

  • Active and consistent engagement with current affairs

  • Brainstorming story ideas to pitch and/or write

  • Research and write original articles (volume based on individual availability)

  • Collaborate with editors and revise based on feedback

If you're interested in this position, we encourage you to apply through the Google Form attached!