Irish-American academic, author, and diplomat, Samantha Jane Power served as the 28th United States Ambassador to the United Nations and as a member of President Obama's cabinet. As the youngest ever U.N Ambassador, Power dealt with a range of issues, working on United Nations reform, women’s rights, LGBT rights, the global response to the refugee crisis, reducing human trafficking, and promoting democracy.

Ambassador Power, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, will be discussing her new memoir, The Education of an Idealist, with USC Center on Public Diplomacy director, Jay Wang, which chronicles her transition from outside activist to government insider and explores the impact one person can have on the world. All attendees will also receive a FREE copy of The Education of an Idealist (while supplies last) and the event will be immediately followed by a book signing.

Admission is free for USC students, faculty, and staff. Please RSVP and present your USC ID to check in. One guest allowed per USC student/faculty/staff. Guest must be accompanied by USC student/faculty/staff upon entry. 

Presented by the USC Speakers Committee in collaboration with the Academic Cultural Assembly, Student Assembly for Gender Empowerment, Political Student Assembly, Special Events Committee, the Shoah Foundation, Center for International Studies, Bedrosian Center, and USC Visions and Voices.

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