2025 Royce Symposium<\/a> and was inspired to apply again this year after experiencing how the event connects academic inquiry to real-world policy challenges.\u00a0<\/p>\nOne of five students who presented their research at the March 12 event at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library & Museum, the Class of 2026 grad said that he chose Cal State Fullerton for moments like these, where he can connect with the university\u2019s vast alumni network.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cI was aware of the university\u2019s distinguished scholars and the strength of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, especially with a lot of alumni becoming lawyers and politicians,\u201d Arguien said. \u201cIt\u2019s nice to be in an environment where we can aspire to follow the blueprints set by these alumni.\u201d<\/p>\n
The student research panel also included Anirv Ayyala, Elise Hackenberg, Ji Hwan Lee and Simon Wise, who each received $500 scholarships from the Royce International Symposium Distribution Fund.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Ed Royce, CSUF alum and keynote speaker for the March 12 Royce International Symposium<\/p>\n
Royce delivered the event\u2019s keynote address alongside retired U.S. Army Col. David B. Des Roches. The duo shared their expert insights on \u201cAmerican Strategy in International Affairs: Opportunities and Risks,\u201d exploring such topics as the current conflict in Iran, Russia\u2019s objectives in Ukraine and China\u2019s aerial strategies.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThe theme of this year\u2019s symposium could not be more fitting. In an era defined by unprecedented opportunities yet daunting risks, America must manage domestic priorities and global responsibilities,\u201d said Royce \u201977 (B.A. business administration-accounting, finance). \u201cThis symposium invites critical thinking, collaboration, and a shared commitment to building a more secure and prosperous world.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Throughout his career, Royce represented California\u2019s 39th Congressional District from 1993 to 2019 and served Orange County for more than 25 years. He also served as chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee from 2013-19.\u00a0<\/p>\n
This year, the symposium was extended to include two days of programming in honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Funding for the event was provided by a grant from the Institute of Humane Studies at George Mason University. The March 11 event, \u201cAmerica at 250: A Global Reflection,\u201d featured a career panel, student presentations and a keynote address from Ambassador Gaddi Vasquez.<\/p>\n
The symposium was organized by CSUF\u2019s Department of Political Science. Sponsors and partners included: Brownstein, Richard Nixon Foundation, SoCal Gas, Paul Carter \u201992 (B.A. political science), CSUF\u2019s College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/a>, OC Forum, The Orange County Register, the World Affairs Council-Orange County and the CSUF Alumni Association. To receive future symposium program announcements, email roycesymposium@fullerton.edu.<\/p>\n
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CSUF student Francis Arguien, right, speaks with Titan alum and former U.S. Rep. Ed Royce at the March 12 Royce International Symposium.\t\t\t\t\t\t