Sam Rendon (MPIA ’25), who earned a Global Studies Certificate (with a concentration on Peace, Conflict, and (In)Security) during his undergraduate studies at Pitt, is continuing his passion for international affairs as a master’s student concentrating in security and intelligence studies. This spring, he will collaborate with emerging leaders from around the world as part of the 2025 Raisina-IE Global Student Challenge, tackling critical issues in global governance and diplomacy.