The Alliance Linking Leaders in Education and the Services

Alliance Linking Leaders in Education and the Services

ALLIES is a student-run undergraduate organization dedicated to foreign policy and international relations.

Through joint education, research, and training, ALLIES provides students and professionals alike the opportunity to explore key issues in international relations and security while developing relationships that will last a lifetime.

Meetings on Wednesdays at 8:00 PM in Braker Hall Room 226
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Spring 2025 Events

FieldEx 2025

On Saturday, April 19th, ALLIES carried out its yearly paintball war-game simulation with great success. Diplomacy triumphed over war and, despite a few loose nukes, teams accomplished their objectives. Many hot dogs were eaten and no one was stung by the wasp on the bus.

Graduate School Panel 2025

Our wonderful Freshman Representatives held the yearly Graduate School Panel in the evening of April 2nd. They invited two current Fletcher students, as well as a Fletcher Admissions representative, to give insight into application and selection process.

2nd Annual ALLIES United Nations Trip

ALLIES was proud to take 15 students to New York City for the weekend in early April. Thanks to the support of the IGL and Career Center, we were able to tour the UN, attend briefings by US and UK diplomats, and meet many Tufts and Fletcher alumni.

Check out past events here!

ALLIES Applications

Joint Research Project

ALLIES is thrilled to announce the 16th annual Joint Research Project (JRP), a cornerstone program of ALLIES that provides a unique and enriching experience for Tufts undergraduate students. During JRP, students from Tufts, the U.S. Naval Academy, and West Point design a three week trip overseas to research topics in international relations. This year, JRP will take place in Greenland late May-early June, offering participants the chance to engage in discussions, conduct site visits, and explore security and civil-military issues in an integrated setting.

JRP is fully funded and cost should not be a deterrent to applying. All non-graduating students of any major are welcome to apply! Applications will close on October 31st, 2025 at 11:59 pm. Feel free to send any questions to director@alliescivmil.org! Selected applicants will be chosen for a follow-up interview. Take a look at the ALLIES JRP Blog from last summer’s trip to Brazil and Argentina to get a better sense of the day-to-day activities. Additional information about JRP, including final papers from previous JRPs, can be found on our website.

The application can be found here: https://forms.gle/vFLcvzD1JbtDAZpRA

Pacific ALLIES

Applications are now open for the 2026 Pacific ALLIES program! It’s a fully funded, four-week summer research opportunity in the Republic of the Marshall Islands. One Tufts student will work alongside U.S. Coast Guard Academy midshipmen to explore the intersection of climate change, technology, and national security, engaging directly with local communities, scientists, and military leaders. The experience offers a high level of independence and immersion, ideal for students eager to take initiative in a unique and remote setting.
The application can be found here: https://forms.gle/LZzEMUsmZTw5WfCc9