Professional Organizations
Association of Professional
Schools of International Affairs
"The Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA)
comprises 29 member schools in North America, Asia and Europe dedicated to
the improvement of professional education in international affairs and the
advancement thereby of international understanding, prosperity, peace, and
security.
APSIA members work to promote excellence in professional, international affairs education worldwide by sharing information and ideas among member schools and with other higher education institutions, the international affairs community, and the general public."
International Studies Association
The ISA has promoted research and education about international affairs. With well over three thousand members in North America and around the world, ISA is the most respected and widely known scholarly association in this field. ISA cooperates with 53 international studies organizations in 32 countries, and is are a member of the International Social Science Council, and has nongovernmental consultative status with the United Nations.
Modern Language Association
"Founded in 1883 by teachers and scholars, the Modern Language Association promotes the study and teaching of language and literature"
Society for Historians of American Foreign Relations
American Historical Association
Organization of American Historians
Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
Also known as the "rich countries' club," the OECD is the largest source of 'free" comparative data on 30 industrialized democracies in the world. The web site offers statistical information covering macroeconomic indicators, trade, education, and science and technology. It has links in English and French.