I was honored Secretary Pompeo officiated my swearing-in ceremony as the Department of State’s 30 th Director General of the Foreign Service and Director of Human Resources on Friday, March 15. The Director… more
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, I join Americans across the country in honoring the innumerable contributions of Hispanic Americans to U.S. culture and society. I also reflect on the role of Hispanic… more
As Super Typhoon Mangkhut approaches the Philippines, Hong Kong, Macau, and mainland China, and Hurricane Florence makes landfall on the Carolina coast, consider this important safety and security information… more
Did you miss key foreign policy developments this week? Each week, DipNote recaps the latest U.S. Department of State highlights spanning a wide range of global issues, events, and initiatives in one blog post. more
The Office of Public Engagement created the “State by State map” to help Americans understand the benefits of State Department programs and services to U.S. taxpayers. Each day, our employees make a difference… more
A tropical vacation may sound like the perfect getaway this summer, but it comes with a risk: the Atlantic hurricane season. The Atlantic hurricane season officially lasts from June 1 to November 30, though… more
After waking up multiple times each night to feed our infant daughter, my wife and I have learned a new definition of tired. In between the bleary-eyed 4 a.m. feedings and zombie walks to the nursery, we’ve… more
Are you planning to travel abroad this year for Spring Break? Research before you go! This simple checklist will help you prepare and stay safe while traveling. 1. Get Informed No matter where you are… more
