What is Academic WorldQuest
​Academic WorldQuest is a flagship program of the World Affairs Councils system. The game was invented by the
Charlotte Council and is now widely played at the adult and high school levels around the country. It is a team game
testing competitors’ knowledge of international affairs, geography, history, and culture. The World Affairs Council of America started the national competition in Washington, DC in March 2003. Participants come from
high schools that work with the World Affairs Councils network. The 2025 Academic
WorldQuest National Competition takes place in Washington, DC from April 28, 2025.
2025 AWQ Topics
This year’s AWQ round topics are:
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The United States and Foreign Languages
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Space and National Security
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Nontraditional Approaches to Foreign Policy
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Music and Globalization
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Indigenous Peacebuilding
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Critical Minerals in Africa
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Borders and Boundaries
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Mexico: 2025 Focus Country
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Great Decisions
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