One of the most valuable skills for aspiring policymakers is the ability to turn complex research into clear, compelling insights that drive real-world impact.

Join us for a FREE interactive workshop
🗞️ Op-Ed Writing for Policy Impact with Adam Ratzlaff

📅 Tuesday, Nov. 18 (10:00–11:30 AM)
📅 Wednesday, Nov. 19 (1:00–2:30 PM)
📍 College of Business Complex, Room CBC-240

In this session, you’ll learn how to write and pitch op-eds that translate your expertise into persuasive ideas for policymakers, the media, and the public.

👉 Register now: go.fiu.edu/Op-Ed 

Open to the public, we encourage students from all disciplines and majors to attend!

Transform your research into influence — and make your voice part of the policy conversation.

About Adam Ratzlaff:

Adam Ratzlaff is a specialist and consultant in Inter‑American affairs and a member of

Diplomatic Courier’s World in 2050 Brain Trust. He is the author or co-author of over 100 public-facing analyses, reports, and academic works on topics related to Inter-American affairs. Ratzlaff is a PhD Candidate (ABD) in International Relations at Florida International University and holds an MA from the Josef Korbel School of International Studies (University of Denver) and a BA from Tulane University, where he triple-majored in international relations, economics, and Latin American studies.