“(E)U Need to Know” is a student driven blog providing in-depth analysis of current issues facing the EU. Topics are selected by student reflecting today’s headlines, and range from EU foreign policy to health care. Each blog provides insight into the causes and consequences of the issue, as well as further reading suggestions for those interested in learning more.
- Freedom of Press in Europe
Taylor Simmons | Press freedom is on the decline around the world. Read more "Freedom of Press in Europe" - EU Green Deal Industrial Plan
Grace Schneider | At the beginning of February, the European Commission presented its “Green Deal Industrial Plan” (GDIP) to complement preexisting efforts under the European Green Deal and advance ... - European Natural Gas Supplies
John Sirabella | Europe’s natural gas relationship with Russia began in 1981 to keep the peace during the Cold War. Read more "European Natural Gas Supplies" - The EU’s New Green CAP
John Sirabella | CAP’s goals were to support producers and improve agricultural productivity by ensuring a stable supply of affordable food. However, in recent years, consumers have been unhappy ... - The EU Energy Crisis
Hope Oladipo | The 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) was held in Glasgow and concluded on November 13, 2021. The mission of this meeting between 190 countries ... - German Coalition Talks and the Impact on the EU
Hope Oladipo | On Sunday, September 26th, the German people took to the polls to let their voices be heard in the federal elections. This election was special for two ... - The EU taking Britain to Court?
Nico Huergo | On March 15th, the European Union sent a letter of formal notice to the United Kingdom over breaches of its Brexit treaty with the EU. Centered upon ... - The European Union’s Fight Against the Gender Pay Gap
Lucca Victorelli | In the EU, women are less present in the labor market as opposed to men. Based on 2019 data for the EU27, the employment gap between men ... - Mario Draghi : An Italian Return to Europe
Nico Huergo | On February 13, 2021 Italy formed a new coalition government under Mario Draghi, former President of the European Central Bank and Governor of the Banca d’Italia. Read ... - Delay in Vaccine Rollout
Lucca Victorelli | Vaccine rollout within the European Union (EU) has been sluggish compared to other countries like the United Kingdom, which has already surpassed the halfway mark of its ...