Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration
Free and open to the public
Wednesday, September 25
Brazil: It's All for Yesterday A pop-up course about Brazilian history, culture, and music
Time:
9:00 am
Presenter:
Emicida, moderated by Keila Grinberg
Location:
Posvar Hall, Center for Urban Education
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Café et Croissants! Welcome Event for French Program
Time:
9:30 am to 11:00 am
Presenter:
John Walsh
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with French Department
Contact:
John Walsh
Contact Email:
JPW64@pitt.edu
Join the French Program for a welcome event for students interested in taking our globally-focused courses.
Swahili Conversational Hour
Time:
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Presenter:
Faraja Ngogo
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less Commonly Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Faraja Ngogo
Contact Email:
FJN9@pitt.edu
Looking to brush up on your Swahili? Join Swahili TA and students every Wednesday and Thursday in the Global Hub.
GALA Reading Group Session 1
Race, Place and Migration
Time:
1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Presenter:
Global Studies Center
Location:
4130 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Global Studies Center along with Pitt World History Center
Contact:
Veronica Dristas
Contact Phone:
(412) 624-2918
Contact Email:
dristas@pitt.edu
The Global Appalachia Reading Group is looking forward to this semester’s new book discussion. For Fall 2024, the World History Center and the Global Studies Center will host the second series of book discussions focusing on Appalachia from a global perspective. The semester’s series theme is Race, Place and Migration. Participation in all four events in the series is not required but encouraged. All events will take place from (please see dates below) 1:30-3:00pm. Copies of the books will be available for those planning to attend the event. Please contact Veronica Dristas at dristas@pitt.edu for the book or with questions.
Note: We are able to fund and distribute books to registrants as funding allows. Registration will remain open after this amount is reached. Registrants will be notified if we are unable to provide them with the reading material.
Session Descriptions:
September 25, 2024: African American Workers and the Appalachian Coal Industry by Joe William Trotter
October 23, 2024: Hillbilly Highway: The Transappalachian Migration and the Making of a White Working Class by Max Fraser
November 13, 2024: After Coal: Stories of Survival from Appalachia and Wales by Tom Hansell
December 4, 2024: Out of the Mountains: Appalachia Stories by Meredith Sue Williams
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
French Club at Pitt
Time:
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Presenter:
Ryan Heng
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with French Club
Contact:
Ryan Heng
Contact Email:
rph30@pitt.edu
Description: Join the French Club on Tuesdays and Wednesdays during Fall semester for conversational meetings and to practice French speaking and listening skills and create a francophone community on campus!
French Club at Pitt will meet twice weekly, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, during Fall 2024, EXCEPT on Tuesday, October 1 and November 6.
SCREENSHOT: Asia Opening SALLI
Time:
7:00 pm
Location:
Cathedral of Learning G24
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center
Join us as we kick off the first film of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival with Salli (2023), a Taiwanese film from Director Chien-Hung Lien. A lonely middle-aged chicken farmer embarks on a journey to a foreign land, determined to prove her online romance is real despite warnings of a scam.
This film is part of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival, which takes place September 25-29. For the full schedule of films, please visit screenshot.pitt.edu.
Thursday, September 26
Brazil: It's All for Yesterday A pop-up course about Brazilian history, culture, and music
Time:
9:00 am
Presenter:
Emicida, moderated by Keila Grinberg
Location:
Posvar Hall, Center for Urban Education
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration
Free and open to the public
Swahili Conversational Hours
Time:
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Presenter:
Faraja Ngogo
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less Commonly Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Faraja Ngogo
Contact Email:
FJN9@pitt.edu
Looking to brush up on your Swahili? Join Swahili TA and students every Wednesday and Thursday in the Global Hub.
Asia Now Deborah Solomon
Time:
12:00 pm
Location:
David Lawrence Hall 211
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center along with Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA)
Tavola Italiana
Time:
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
Presenter:
Chiara Montera
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Department of French & Italian
Contact:
Chiara Montera
Contact Email:
chiara.montera@pitt.edu
Mangia con noi! Bring your lunch and chat with us! Pitt students only, all levels welcome!
Info Session: Lakota Perspectives on Environmental Sustainability and Indigenous Rights
Time:
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub, 1st Floor, Wesley W. Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for Ethnic Studies Research, Global Studies Center, Global Hub, Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs and Global Experiences Office
Interested in experiential learning opportunities on environmental sustainability and indigenous rights? Join community organizers as well as Pitt students and faculty to hear about their work on the Pine Ridge Reservation, home of the Oglala Lakota Nation. The Lakota Program is the first service-learning program launched by the University Center for International Studies (UCIS) with indigenous communities in the United States. Learn about what you can accomplish and how to apply for Summer 2025. (In-person event only.)
Friday, September 27
Русское чаепитие -- Russian Tea + Scholarship Info Session
Time:
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Presenter:
Thomas Henry
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub along with Department of Slavic Languages & Literatures
Contact:
Thomas Henry
Contact Email:
thomasdyne@pitt.edu
Join the Slavic department for an informational event about scholarship and funding opportunities for language study.
How to Conduct Yourself: Dissident Advice Manuals in Late Soviet Society
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Presenter:
Benjamin Nathans
Location:
Baker/Porter Hall 246A
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies along with Carnegie Mellon Department of History
In the 1970s, a new genre of samizdat emerged in the Soviet Union: the dissident conduct manual, covering situations ranging from interrogations to apartment searches to interviews with psychiatrists. They spoke not to the age-old question "What is to be done?," but the existential "How should you conduct yourself?" What did self-respect require? Did interrogation rooms and psychiatric wards demand a distinct code of behaviour, a moral state of exception- or did they merely reproduce everyday Soviet reality in a heightened form?
Emicida: AmarElo - It’s All for Yesterday
Time:
5:30 pm
Presenter:
Emicida
Location:
Frick Fine Arts
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Director: Fred Ouro Preto. Screening followed by Q&A session with Emicida. Reception to follow.
Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/content/emicida-amarelo-its-all-yesterday...
Free and open to the public
Celebrate Africa Fashion Show
Time:
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location:
Ground Floor, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies along with Union of African Communities in Southwestern PA
Join us for an African fashion show to kick off our Celebrate Africa Festival!
SCREENSHOT: Asia City of Wind
Time:
6:00 pm
Location:
Harris Theater
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center and Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Join us for a screening of City of Wind at Harris Theater, a hauntingly beautiful drama set in the cold, arid landscape of Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. This film follows Ze, a teenage shaman, as he struggles to balance his traditional spiritual role with the modern, chaotic world of adolescence. Between rituals and everyday life, Ze's journey through romance and self-discovery reveals the delicate line between two worlds that coexist in his reality.
This film is part of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival, which takes place September 25-29. All films are free for Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID. Registration in advance is requested but not required. For the full schedule of films, please visit screenshot.pitt.edu.
*Please Note: Pitt ID holders can reserve tickets by clicking “Promo Code” in the upper right corner of the Harris Theater website and using SCREENSHOT24 as the code. IDs will be checked on entry.
Content Warning: Some sexual content
SCREENSHOT: Asia In Flames
Time:
8:15 pm
Location:
Harris Theater
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center
Join us for a screening of In Flames at Harris Theater, a haunting examination of the intersection between personal trauma and societal oppression in Pakistan. After Miriam's father dies, she and her mother Fariha are left vulnerable, facing a growing sense of dread that blurs the line between supernatural menace and real-world threats. This film starkly portrays the gender dynamics and violence that women face, offering a powerful, socially relevant narrative that debuted at Cannes in 2023.
This film is part of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival, which takes place September 25-29. All films are free for Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID. Registration in advance is requested but not required. For the full schedule of films, please visit screenshot.pitt.edu.
*Please Note: Pitt ID holders can reserve tickets by clicking “Promo Code” in the upper right corner of the Harris Theater website and using SCREENSHOT24 as the code. IDs will be checked on entry.
CONTENT WARNING: Sexual content and disturbing imagery
Saturday, September 28
Celebrate Africa Festival!
Time:
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location:
Ground Floor, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and Union of African Communities in South Western PA
Cost:
Free to to students, staff, faculty, and the public
Contact:
Susan Ngbabare
Contact Email:
SMN63@pitt.edu
The Celebrate Africa Festival brings students, faculty, and staff together with the vibrant African diaspora community in Pittsburgh. There is food, song & dance, artisans, children's activities, and more! It is a wonderful opportunity to engage with the diversity of Africa and the Pittsburgh community, as well as network with local African organizations and businesses.
Find the full schedule of events and vendor list here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/africa/celebrate-africa-2024
SCREENSHOT: Asia In The Land of Brothers
Time:
12:00 pm
Location:
Frick Fine Arts 125
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center
Join us for a screening of In the Land of Brothers at Frick Fine Arts Auditorium 125, a poignant drama about Afghan refugees in Iran. The film explores how the family's displacement reverberates across generations and speaks to the constant feeling of otherness that comes with being a refugee. Through the lives of Mohammad, Leila, and Qasem, this beautifully shot debut by Alireza Ghasemi and Raha Amirfazli reflects on the enduring struggle for belonging and identity amidst political upheaval.
This film is part of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival, which takes place September 25-29. All films are free for Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID. Registration in advance is requested but not required. For the full schedule of films, please visit screenshot.pitt.edu.
SCREENSHOT: Asia A Normal Family
Time:
2:00 pm
Location:
Frick Fine Arts 125
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center
Join us for a screening of A Normal Family at Frick Fine Arts Auditorium 125, a gripping adaptation of the novel The Dinner that delves into personal morality amidst a family crisis. As two brothers, Jae-wan and Jae-gyu, clash over their differing ethical views, their respective children’s legal troubles force the family to confront their values and relationships.
This film is part of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival, which takes place September 25-29. All films are free for Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID. Registration in advance is requested but not required. For the full schedule of films, please visit screenshot.pitt.edu.
SCREENSHOT: Asia The Day of Reckoning
Time:
2:00 pm
Location:
Mount Lebanon Public Library
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center along with Mount Lebanon Public Library
Join us for a screening of The Day of Reckoning at Mt Lebanon Library on September 28 or Frick Fine Arts Auditorium 125 on September 29. This documentary by Xu Xing uses a personal love story to explore the broader sweep of China’s political history since 1949. By intertwining individual destinies with national narratives, the film offers a reflective view of a nation’s evolving story and seeks to uncover overlooked historical perspectives.
Both viewings will include a Live Q&A with director Xu Xing.
This film is part of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival, which takes place September 25-29. All films are free for Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID, and the Mt Lebanon Library viewing is free for all. Registration in advance is requested but not required. For the full schedule of films, please visit screenshot.pitt.edu.
SCREENSHOT: Asia Black Dog
Time:
5:30 pm
Location:
Harris Theater
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center
Join us for a screening of Black Dog at Harris Theater, a visually stunning exploration of an ex-con and his unlikely bond with a stray dog in the Gobi Desert. This moving film delves into themes of isolation, belonging, and the search for redemption against the desolate beauty of the desert. With breathtaking imagery and an emotional journey that is both wistful and humorous, Black Dog reflects on love, longing, and the unpredictability of the future.
This film is part of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival, which takes place September 25-29. All films are free for Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID. Registration in advance is requested but not required. For the full schedule of films, please visit screenshot.pitt.edu.
*Please Note: Pitt ID holders can reserve tickets by clicking “Promo Code” in the upper right corner of the Harris Theater website and using SCREENSHOT24 as the code. IDs will be checked on entry.
CONTENT WARNING: Some animal violence
SCREENSHOT: Asia Sweet Dreams
Time:
8:30 pm
Location:
Harris Theater
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center and European Studies Center
Join us for a screening of Sweet Dreams at Harris Theater, a darkly comedic and surreal exploration of colonial legacy in Indonesia. As the plantation owner’s death uncovers familial strife and colonial absurdities, the film delves into the complex relationships and power struggles within a sugar plantation. With its blend of malevolence and absurdity, Sweet Dreams critically examines how colonialism permeates and distorts every facet of life.
This film is part of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival, which takes place September 25-29. All films are free for Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID. Registration in advance is requested but not required. For the full schedule of films, please visit screenshot.pitt.edu.
*Please Note: Pitt ID holders can reserve tickets by clicking “Promo Code” in the upper right corner of the Harris Theater website and using SCREENSHOT24 as the code. IDs will be checked on entry.
CONTENT WARNING: Sexual content, Sexual violence, Disturbing imagery
Sunday, September 29
SCREENSHOT: Asia The Day of Reckoning
Time:
12:00 pm
Location:
Frick Fine Arts 125
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center
Join us for a screening of The Day of Reckoning at Mt Lebanon Library on September 28 or Frick Fine Arts Auditorium 125 on September 29. This documentary by Xu Xing uses a personal love story to explore the broader sweep of China’s political history since 1949. By intertwining individual destinies with national narratives, the film offers a reflective view of a nation’s evolving story and seeks to uncover overlooked historical perspectives.
Both viewings will include a Live Q&A with director Xu Xing.
This film is part of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival, which takes place September 25-29. All films are free for Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID, and the Mt Lebanon Library viewing is free for all. Registration in advance is requested but not required. For the full schedule of films, please visit screenshot.pitt.edu.
SCREENSHOT: Asia Great Absence
Time:
2:00 pm
Location:
Frick Fine Arts 125
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center
Join us for a screening of Great Absence at Frick Fine Arts Auditorium 125, a gripping tale of memory, loss, and family reconciliation. Veteran actor Tatsuya Fuji stars as Yohji, a retiree whose failing memory leaves his estranged son, Takashi, searching for answers about Yohji’s missing wife. As Takashi unravels the stories his father weaves, the film delves into questions of love, reality, and the fragility of the human mind.
This film is part of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival, which takes place September 25-29. All films are free for Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID. Registration in advance is requested but not required. For the full schedule of films, please visit screenshot.pitt.edu.
SCREENSHOT: Asia Closing Girls Will Be Girls
Time:
5:00 pm
Location:
David Lawrence Hall 121
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center
Join us for a screening of Girls Will Be Girls at David Lawrence 121, a bold and provocative look at a young woman's journey through self-discovery and societal expectations. As Mira, a model student at her boarding school, confronts her growing romantic feelings and the weight of her responsibilities, she is drawn into a rebellious exploration of identity. Featuring a stellar performance by newcomer Preeti Panigrahi, this film speaks to the generations of women forced to suppress their desires in the name of propriety.
This film is the final screening of the SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival, which takes place September 25-29. All films are free for Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID. Registration in advance is requested but not required. For the full schedule of films, please visit screenshot.pitt.edu.
Content Warning: Some sexual content
Monday, September 30
Career Talk
Lunch with a Journalist
Time:
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
Presenter:
Magnus Marsdal
Location:
4217 Wesley Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
European Studies Center and European Union Center of Excellence
Contact:
Stephen Lund
Contact Email:
slund@pitt.edu
The speaker Magnus Marsdal, is a Norwegian author and journalist currently serving as Editor-in-Chief of the digital platform Manifest Media. This event is intended for students interested in journalism and the various media in which political commentary can be shared, this informal lunch is an opportunity for students to talk with Mr. Marsdal about his experiences, the skills required in daily news reporting, and the development of a successful career as a non-fiction author, pundit and public speaker. He’ll share insights on what he sees as core elements of engaging journalism and how all of the above can translate into podcasting.
Jewish Immigration to Latin America: Brazil and Argentina
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Flávio Limoncic
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Free and open to the public
Tuesday, October 1
The Nordic Freedom Machine: Social Democracy as a Modelfor Individual Liberty
Time:
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Presenter:
Magnus Marsdal
Location:
4303 Wesley Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
European Studies Center, European Union Center of Excellence and UCIS Engagement
Contact:
Stephen Lund
Contact Email:
slund@pitt.edu
This lecture will offer a comparison of the welfare states of Scandinavia and the U.S., conceptions of Left and Right and Liberty, and the embrace of the Nordic path to individual liberty.
About the Speaker:
Author and journalist Marsdal is the founder of the union-sponsored think-tank Manifest Center for Societal Analysis and the digital platform Manifest Media. Over the last decade, Marsdal has devoted much of his efforts to a Freedom Project, comparing the welfare states of Scandinavia and the United States of America. He currently hosts one of Norway’s leading politics podcasts
The Nordic Freedom Machine: Social Democracy as a Model for Individual Liberty
Time:
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Presenter:
Magnus Marsdal Author, Journalist & Editor-in-Chief of MANIFEST MEDIA
Location:
4303 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
European Studies Center and European Union Center of Excellence
Contact:
Steve Lund
Contact Email:
slund@pitt.edu
Every citizen of Norway has the right to a wide variety of benefits such as paid vacation and sick leave, universal healthcare, and free higher education. But does Norway, with its wage controls, high taxes, and interventionist state, provide its citizens with less individual liberty than most Americans experience in the U.S.?
This lecture will offer a comparison of the welfare states of Scandinavia and the U.S., conceptions of Left and Right and Liberty, and the embrace of the Nordic path to individual liberty.
About the Speaker:
Marsdal is the founder of the union-sponsored think-tank Manifest Center for Societal Analysis and the digital platform Manifest Media. Over the last decade, Marsdal has devoted much of his efforts to a Freedom Project, comparing The Welfare States of Scandinavia and the United States of America. He currently hosts one of Norway’s leading politics podcasts.
Slovak Conversation Table
Time:
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Announced by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub on behalf of
Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.
Clube do Livro
Time:
5:00 pm
Location:
4200 Posvar, CLAS
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
For more information, contact clas@pitt.edu
Free and open to the public
Hungarian Conversation Table
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Presenter:
Viktoria Batista
Location:
Braun Room
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!
Wednesday, October 2
NRIEP Scholarships Info Session
Come and learn about global experience funding opportunities!
Time:
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center, Center for African Studies, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, European Studies Center, Global Hub, Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs, Office of International Services and Global Experiences Office
Explore the World with a Summer Study Abroad Scholarship! Join the Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs' Scholarships Info Session!
Dreaming of an unforgettable summer adventure abroad? We're here to make it happen! Discover your opportunity to study abroad with the help of scholarships at our Summer Study Abroad Scholarships Info Session.
What You'll Gain from Our Info Session:
Scholarship Insights: Learn about various scholarships designed specifically for summer global experience programs.
Application Tips: Get expert advice on crafting a compelling scholarship application.
Destinations Galore: Explore exciting study abroad destinations and programs available.
Q&A Session: Ask your burning questions and get answers from experienced advisors.
Don't miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime! Secure your spot at our Summer Study Abroad Scholarships Info Session and embark on a transformative journey that will broaden your horizons and enrich your life. Your global adventure begins here!
In-Person event
Maasai African culture and solar innovations
Time:
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Maureen Porter
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Department of Studio Arts and Institute for International Studies in Education
Contact:
Maureen Porter
Contact Email:
mporter@pitt.edu
Please join the Institute for International Studies in Education and the Center for African Studies for this rare opportunity to meet Indigenous Maasai women bead artists and solar innovators from safari lands of Kenya. Discover the global impact of the craft, culture, and community of Maasai with artisans who have shown work internationally, accompanied by materials provided in the Global Hub display cases with the support of the Studio Arts Department.
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Thursday, October 3
CLAS Speaker Series
"Owners of Land and Votes: Aspects of Political Action of Ruralists in the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies” and "Dynamism in the Brazilian Party System: Fragmentation Within the Chamber of Deputies"
Time:
12:30 pm
Presenter:
Vinicius da Cunha Moraes (FGV/EAESP) and Luana Calzavara (IESP- UERJ)
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Streaming Link:
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Register to attend in-person: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/content/clas-event-registration
Friday, October 4
Munich: City of Natural Wonder, Sustainability, and Oktoberfest
Time:
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Presenter:
Various
Location:
WPU Ballroom
Sponsored by:
European Studies Center and European Union Center of Excellence along with Department of German, Film and Media Studies Program and Mascaro Center for Sustainability
Contact:
Sabine Von Dirke
Contact Email:
https://www.german.pitt.edu
Brezels, apfelstrudel, games, prizes, and information about German Degrees Certificate (CWES, Central European and European Union, study abroad, recycling and sustainability in Germany
Friday, October 4 to Friday, October 11
Kya Baat Hai!
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Hiba Siddqui
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Kya Baat Hai!
Contact:
Hiba Siddiqui
Contact Email:
his37@pitt.edu
Join undergraduate Pitt students for a conversation hour to practice speaking in Hindi and Urdu and connect over shared cultural experiences.
Kya Baat Hai will meet weekly, on Fridays, during the 2024-2025 academic year, EXCEPT on the following dates:
September 20
September 27
December 20
December 27
January 3
Saturday, October 5
Heritage Kitchen: Food Presented by the Yugoslav Room Committee
Time:
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location:
Heinz History Center 1212 Smallman Street Pittsburgh PA 15222
Sponsored by:
Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs along with Yugoslav Nationality Room
Presented in collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh’s Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchanges Programs (NRIEP), the History Center’s Heritage Kitchen series is a multi-generational cooking experience in collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh’s Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchanges Programs (NRIEP), the History Center’s Heritage Kitchen series is a multi-generational cooking experience that explores the historical and cultural significance of recipes passed down through families and communities. At the museum’s Heritage Kitchen: Yugoslav Room Committee program, the Yugoslav Room Committee will prepare prepare burek, a popular savory pastry from the region. Samples of the delicious dish will be available for noshing at the end of the demonstration. Taste, learn, and connect with the vibrant flavors and rich histories that make these dishes more than just food—they are a testament to the enduring legacy of the diverse ethnic communities of Pittsburgh.
Admission
The program is $10 for non-members and FREE for History Center members. Admission to the program also includes full access to the Heinz History Center and Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum on Saturday, Oct. 5. The event will be held in the museum’s third floor Weisbrod Kitchen Classroom. Doors open at 10:45 a.m. Capacity is limited for this event. Please register at https://www.heinzhistorycenter.org/event/heritage-kitchen-yugoslavian-food/ in advance online to reserve your spot! For additional questions, please contact programs@heinzhistorycenter.org.
The final Heritage Kitchen for the fall includes:
Saturday, November 16, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Heritage Kitchen: Czechoslovak Room Committee
In-Person event
Strong Women, Strong Girls DEI Committee Meeting
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Erin Lancaster
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Strong Women and Strong Girls
Contact:
Erin Lancaster
Contact Email:
ekl30@pitt.edu
The Strong Women Strong Girls (SWSG) DEI Committee Meeting is for SWSG members of the Diversity Equality and Inclusion committee or individuals who have ideas for DEI events or topics for the SWSG club. During the meeting, we will discuss ways of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the chapter and among peers, create DEI-related presentations to give to SWSG mentors to help them discuss DEI-related topics during mentorship, and brainstorm fun and engaging DEI events to hold for the chapter.
Monday, October 7
Charlemos!
Time:
3:00 pm
Streaming Link:
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Free and open to the public
Jewish Immigration to Latin America: Brazil and Argentina
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Flávio Limoncic
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Free and open to the public
Tuesday, October 8
Conversations on Europe: Legal Battles Against Ecocide: Civil Society Climate Initiatives and the Judicial System
Year of Sustainability
Time:
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Presenter:
Various
Location:
4217 Posvar Hall
Streaming Link:
Sponsored by:
European Studies Center and European Union Center of Excellence
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Ingrid Gomez-O'Toole
Contact Phone:
4126488517
Contact Email:
ing7@pitt.edu
Description: Join in a conversation on criminalization of climate activists and their day in court with legal scholar Veronica Federico, Attorney Gaëlle Cognet, and one of the successful Swiss Climate Activists, Elsbeth Stern.
9 April 2024 the European Court of Human Rights decided in favor of the “Climate Grannies” that the Swiss Government had failed to meet its climate responsibilities and, therefore, violated their human rights. The case set global legal precedent. It will have impact for years to come. In a world where 80% of the people want more action from their governments on climate change, the case’s success highlights too how the courts increasingly play a central role in the sustainability movement.
Moderator: Randall Halle, University of Pittsburgh
Panelists:
Gaëlle Cognet, Ashurst LLP
Veronica Federico, University of Florence
Elisabeth Stern, Board Member, Klima Seniorinnen
Alebrijes workshop for staff, faculty, students and community
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Contact:
Luz Amanda Hank
Contact Email:
lavst12@pitt.edu
Join us in celebrating Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month as we explore the vibrant cultures of the Americas. This workshop welcomes anyone interested in discovering Alebrijes from Mexico. As we explore into these colorful creations, we’ll also share personal stories and explore what it means to be Latinx/Hispanic in the USA, all in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Sponsored by the Center for Latin American Studies in collaboration with the Latinx Hispanic Heritage Month (LHHM).
Study Abroad Financial Aid Drop-In Hours
Time:
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Streaming Link:
Sponsored by:
Global Experiences Office along with Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
Study abroad financial aid drop-in advising hour!
Meeting URL:
https://pitt.zoom.us/j/95481243302?from=addon
Meeting ID:
954 8124 3302
Slovak Conversation Table
Time:
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Announced by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub on behalf of
Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.
Hungarian Conversation Table
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Presenter:
Viktoria Batista
Location:
Braun Room
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!
Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program Information Session
Live and Work in Japan!
Time:
5:30 pm to 6:45 pm
Presenter:
Stephen Wludarski & JET Alumni Panel
Location:
4130 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center along with JET Program Office and Consulate General of Japan
Contact:
Stephen Wludarski
Contact Email:
swludarski@pitt.edu
Are you interested in living and working abroad?
Have you been studying Japanese and looking to apply your skills after graduation?
Do you want to make an impact on the lives of young people?
Would you like to find out where the ultimate ramen shop is found?
If any of these questions apply to you, then please join the Asian Studies Center and JET Alumni group in Pittsburgh for an information session to learn more about the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program. This hybrid Information Session will be in room 4130 Posvar Hall, on the 4th floor of W. Wesley Posvar Hall on October 8, 2024 starting at 5:30pm. Learn about the requirements of the JET Program and learn from your future-JET Program sempai with our JET Alumni Panel.
Wednesday, October 9
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Thursday, October 10
Cartoneras Workshop for staff, faculty, and students
Time:
3:30 pm
Location:
CAC: The Workshop (University Store on fifth)
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Contact:
Luz Amanda Hank
Contact Phone:
LuzAmandaHank@pitt.edu
Contact Email:
luzamandahank@pitt.edu
Study Abroad Financial Aid Drop-In Hours
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Streaming Link:
Sponsored by:
Global Experiences Office along with Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
Study abroad financial aid drop-in advising hour!
Meeting URL:
https://pitt.zoom.us/j/95481243302?from=addon
Meeting ID:
954 8124 3302
Friday, October 11
Kya Baat Hai!
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Hiba Siddqui
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Kya Baat Hai!
Contact:
Hiba Siddiqui
Contact Email:
his37@pitt.edu
Join undergraduate Pitt students for a conversation hour to practice speaking in Hindi and Urdu and connect over shared cultural experiences.
Kya Baat Hai will meet weekly, on Fridays, during the 2024-2025 academic year, EXCEPT on the following dates:
September 20
September 27
December 20
December 27
January 3
Monday, October 14
Jewish Immigration to Latin America: Brazil and Argentina
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Flávio Limoncic
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Free and open to the public
Tuesday, October 15
Slovak Conversation Table
Time:
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Announced by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub on behalf of
Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.
Hungarian Conversation Table
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Presenter:
Viktoria Batista
Location:
Braun Room
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!
Pop-Up Course
Laboring Women in Brazilian History
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Fabiane Popinigis
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration
Free and open to the public
Wednesday, October 16 to Friday, October 18
Scholars at Risk (SAR) Conference
"Building bridges to support scholars and academic freedom."
Time:
8:30 am to 12:00 pm
Location:
Carnegie Mellon Univesrity, 5000 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Sponsored by:
Global Studies Center along with Carnegie Mellon University
Contact:
Brian Evans
Contact Email:
be2219@nyu.edu
On October 16-17, scholars and advocates from the Scholars at Risk Network will gather to promote academic freedom locally, in the U.S., and around the world. The 2024 SAR United States General Assembly will provide a forum for us to discuss how we can best protect scholars and defend everyone’s freedom to think, question, and share ideas.
Please register today, and see the draft program below. We hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please write to Brian Evans at be2219@nyu.edu.
Draft agenda: (Please note that this schedule is subject to change and additional sessions may be added.)
Tuesday, October 15 @ 4:30-6:00 pm – Informal ticketed reception at City of Asylum (optional).
Wednesday, October 16:
8:30 am-3:00 pm – Conference check-in
8:30-9:30 am – Coffee and tea
9:15-10:45 am – Opening plenary: Academic freedom in the global context (Eve Darian-Smith & Abdullahi An-Na’im)
11:00 am-12:15 pm – Breakout sessions:
Session 1 – Introduction to hosting scholars: Administrative models for building out a SAR program
Session 2 – Student engagement: Advocacy seminars and legal clinics
Session 3 – Scholar connections
12:15-1:30 pm – Lunch provided and guided tours of the exhibition “What We Brought With Us”
1:30-2:45 pm – Breakout sessions:
Session 1 – SAR’s “Free to Think” report: Advocating for academic freedom
Session 2 – Sharing the Platform: Making the most of scholar placements
3:00-4:15 pm – Town hall meeting on promoting academic freedom in the USA and the role of the SAR USA section
5:00-7:00 pm – Evening reception @ University of Pittsburgh, featuring tours of the Nationality Rooms at the Cathedral of Learning
7:30-9:30 pm – Dessert and a movie
Thursday, October 17:
8:30-9:30 am – Scholar conversations on navigating threats to academic freedom (continental breakfast provided)
9:30-10:45 am
Session 1 – Post-placement planning for scholars
11:00 am-12:00 pm – Closing plenary
Creating community with at-risk artists and scholars (City of Asylum)
Scholars at Risk USA into the Future
Wednesday, October 16
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Thursday, October 17
Asia Now Mark Manyin & Emma Chanlet-Avery
Time:
12:00 pm
Location:
David Lawrence Hall 211
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center along with Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA)
CLAS Speaker Series
“The Brazilian Congress as a battleground: legislative agenda on racial equality, women's rights, and LGBTQIA+ rights (2015-2022)”
Time:
12:30 pm
Presenter:
Cristiano Rodrigues
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Streaming Link:
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Register to attend in-person: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/content/clas-event-registration
Bis hierhin und wie weiter? / Stick together?
Time:
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Presenter:
Felix Maria Buhler
Location:
4130 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
European Studies Center and European Union Center of Excellence along with Department of German, Film and Media Studies Program, Mascaro Center for Sustainability and Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany Washington
Contact:
Sadine Von Dirke
Contact Email:
https://www.german.pitt.edu
See how 5 young German climate activist try to bring about change and how their solidarity helps them come with setbacks in their struggle
Friday, October 18
Kya Baat Hai!
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Hiba Siddqui
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Kya Baat Hai!
Contact:
Hiba Siddiqui
Contact Email:
his37@pitt.edu
Join undergraduate Pitt students for a conversation hour to practice speaking in Hindi and Urdu and connect over shared cultural experiences.
Kya Baat Hai will meet weekly, on Fridays, during the 2024-2025 academic year, EXCEPT on the following dates:
September 20
September 27
December 20
December 27
January 3
Tuesday, October 22
Beyond the Ballot: Europe’s Democratic Journey
Democratizing the EU: Is there a need for institutional reform?
Time:
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Presenter:
Various
Location:
4217 Posvar Hall
Streaming Link:
Sponsored by:
European Studies Center and European Union Center of Excellence
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Ingrid Gomez-O'Toole
Contact Phone:
4126488517
Contact Email:
ing7@pitt.edu
Moderator:
Erica Edwards, University of Pittsburgh
Panelists:
TBD
Slovak Conversation Table
Time:
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Announced by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub on behalf of
Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.
2024 NRIEP Scholarship Awardees Poster Showcase
Time:
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Location:
Alumni Hall Connolly Ballroom
Sponsored by:
Global Hub, Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs and Global Experiences Office
Come and learn about undergraduate and graduate students about their global learning experiences abroad in the summer!
The Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs 2024 Scholarship Awardee Poster Showcase will be held on Tuesday, October 22 from 5-7 pm in the Connolly Ballroom in Alumni Hall. Come join the 96 undergraduate and graduate students to learn about their global learning experiences abroad in the summer.
The NRIEP Scholarship Program is nearly sixty years old and supports study abroad, internships, independent research and experiential learning for Pitt students around the world.
Hungarian Conversation Table
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Presenter:
Viktoria Batista
Location:
Braun Room
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!
Pop-Up Course
Laboring Women in Brazilian History
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Fabiane Popinigis
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration
Free and open to the public
Wednesday, October 23
GALA Reading Group Session 2
Race, Place and Migration
Time:
1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Presenter:
Global Studies Center
Location:
4130 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Global Studies Center along with Pitt World History Center
Contact:
Veronica Dristas
Contact Phone:
(412) 624-2918
Contact Email:
dristas@pitt.edu
We welcome you back to a new semester. The Global Appalachia Reading Group is looking forward to this semester’s new book discussion. In the fall of 2024, the World History Center’s and the Global Studies Center will host a the second series of book discussions focusing on Appalachia from a global perspective. The semester’s series theme is Race, Place and Migration. Participation in all four events in the series is not required but encouraged. All events will take place from (please see dates below) 1:30-3:00pm. Copies of the books will be available for those planning to attend the event. Please contact Veronica Dristas at dristas@pitt.edu for the book or with questions.
Note: We are able to fund and distribute books to registrants as funding allows. Registration will remain open after this amount is reached. Registrants will be notified if we are unable to provide them with the reading material.
Session Descriptions:
September 25, 2024: African American Workers and the Appalachian Coal Industry by Joe William Trotter
October 23, 2024: Hillbilly Highway: The Transappalachian Migration and the Making of a White Working Class by Max Fraser
November 13, 2024: After Coal: Stories of Survival from Appalachia and Wales by Tom Hansell
December 4, 2024: Out of the Mountains: Appalachia Stories by Meredith Sue Williams
To register please follow this link: https://forms.gle/J7jqr1h3mRsdrJEa9.
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Japan Documentary Film Award
Time:
7:00 pm
Location:
Carnegie Museum of Art
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center
The Japan Council of the University of Pittsburgh and SCREENSHOT: Asia are excited to announce the winner of our 4th biennial Japan Documentary Film Award. Congratulations to Chiaki Kasai and her film FISTS AND PRAYERS. FISTS AND PRAYERS explores the incarceration of ex-boxer Iwao Hakamada, who was unjustly sentenced to death for murder and suffered extreme mental anguish while on death row. FISTS AND PRAYERS is a fascinating examination of the physical toll of Japan's justice system and incarceration, as well as resilience of the human spirit.
Thursday, October 24
High School Model United Nations Conference
Time:
(All day)
Location:
William Pitt Union and O'Hara Student Club
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center, Center for African Studies, Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, European Studies Center, Global Studies Center and UCIS Engagement
Contact:
Zita Toth-Shawgo
Contact Phone:
412-648-4433
Contact Email:
zita.toth-shawgo@pitt.edu
Model UN, a simulation of the sessions of the United Nations, provides an opportunity for high school students to apply their studies to real-world contexts and practice diplomacy, negotiating, and resolution writing.
When and Where
Pitt MUN will take place on Tuesday, October 24, 2024. We are planning to host this event in-person in the William Pitt Union and O'Hara Student Center on the University of Pittsburgh’s Oakland campus. Registration will open at 8:00am; the conference will end at 4:00pm.
Friday, October 25
Hungarian Roots and American Dreams: Tracing Personal History
Explore the journey of Hungarian ancestry and the pursuit of the American dream through personal stories and shared experiences.
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Presenter:
Réka Bakos and Dr. Anna Fenyvesi
Location:
Cathedral of Learning 4200 Fifth Avenue Room 332 Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, Global Hub and Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs along with Hungarian Room Committee
Join us at the Cathedral of Learning in Room 332 for the book launch of "Hungarian Roots and American Dreams: Tracing Personal History" with co-editors Réka Bakos and Dr. Anna Fenyvesi. Discover the stories, struggles, and triumphs of individuals who have bridged the gap between their Hungarian heritage and American aspirations. Listen to captivating tales, share your own experiences, and connect with others who are on a similar quest to uncover their family history. This in-person event, hosted by Kati Csoman, Director of the Nationality Rooms & Intercultural Exchange Programs, will also feature authors sharing their personal stories from the book. Tours of the Hungarian Nationality Room will be provided following the in-person event.
Register for the in-person option at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hungarian-roots-and-american-dreams-tracing....
Register for the Zoom option https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hungarian-roots-and-american-dreams-tracing... to attend remotely.
Kya Baat Hai!
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Hiba Siddqui
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Kya Baat Hai!
Contact:
Hiba Siddiqui
Contact Email:
his37@pitt.edu
Join undergraduate Pitt students for a conversation hour to practice speaking in Hindi and Urdu and connect over shared cultural experiences.
Kya Baat Hai will meet weekly, on Fridays, during the 2024-2025 academic year, EXCEPT on the following dates:
September 20
September 27
December 20
December 27
January 3
Monday, October 28
Jewish Immigration to Latin America: Brazil and Argentina
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Flávio Limoncic
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Free and open to the public
Tuesday, October 29
Asia Now Jessamyn Abel
Time:
12:00 pm
Location:
David Lawrence Hall 211
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center along with Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA)
Slovak Conversation Table
Time:
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Announced by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub on behalf of
Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.
Hungarian Conversation Table
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Presenter:
Viktoria Batista
Location:
Braun Room
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!
Global Migrations: Economic, Political, and Climatic Changes K-12 educator workshop
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Presenter:
Cindy McNulty, Catherine Fratto
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center, Center for African Studies, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, European Studies Center and Global Studies Center
Join us for this free online K-12 educator workshop that will explore the topic of migration today through the global lens of politics, economics, and climatic changes. Using modern-day migration case studies, our presenters will share content and pedagogical strategies to help introduce or extend your current study of the topic of migration in the classroom. ACT 48 hours will be provided for PA educators as well as resources and materials for classroom use.
Pop-Up Course
Laboring Women in Brazilian History
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Fabiane Popinigis
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration
Free and open to the public
Wednesday, October 30
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Thursday, October 31
Asia Now Jon Abel
Time:
12:00 pm
Location:
David Lawrence Hall 211
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center along with Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA)
CLAS Speaker Series
"Political Parties and Policy Reform: Expansion of Healthcare in Latin America"
Time:
12:30 pm
Presenter:
Zoila Ponce de Leon
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Free and open to the public
Friday, November 1
Kya Baat Hai!
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Hiba Siddqui
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Kya Baat Hai!
Contact:
Hiba Siddiqui
Contact Email:
his37@pitt.edu
Join undergraduate Pitt students for a conversation hour to practice speaking in Hindi and Urdu and connect over shared cultural experiences.
Kya Baat Hai will meet weekly, on Fridays, during the 2024-2025 academic year, EXCEPT on the following dates:
September 20
September 27
December 20
December 27
January 3
Monday, November 4
Charlemos!
Time:
3:00 pm
Streaming Link:
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Tuesday, November 5
Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs Scholarships Info Session
Time:
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center, Center for African Studies, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, European Studies Center, Global Studies Center, Global Hub, Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs and Global Experiences Office
Explore the World with a Summer Study Abroad Scholarship! Join the Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs' Scholarships Info Session!
Dreaming of an unforgettable summer adventure abroad? We're here to make it happen! Discover your opportunity to study abroad with the help of scholarships at our Summer Study Abroad Scholarships Info Session.
What You'll Gain from Our Info Session:
Scholarship Insights: Learn about various scholarships for summer global experience.
Application Tips: Get expert advice on crafting a compelling scholarship application.
Destinations Galore: Explore exciting study abroad destinations and programs available.
Q&A Session: Ask your burning questions and get answers from experienced advisors.
Don't miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime! Secure your spot at our Summer Study Abroad Scholarships Info Session and embark on a transformative journey that will broaden your horizons and enrich your life. Your global adventure begins here!
In-Person event
Slovak Conversation Table
Time:
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Announced by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub on behalf of
Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.
Hungarian Conversation Table
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Presenter:
Viktoria Batista
Location:
Braun Room
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!
Pop-Up Course
Laboring Women in Brazilian History
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Fabiane Popinigis
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration
Free and open to the public
Friday, November 8
Kya Baat Hai!
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Hiba Siddqui
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Kya Baat Hai!
Contact:
Hiba Siddiqui
Contact Email:
his37@pitt.edu
Join undergraduate Pitt students for a conversation hour to practice speaking in Hindi and Urdu and connect over shared cultural experiences.
Kya Baat Hai will meet weekly, on Fridays, during the 2024-2025 academic year, EXCEPT on the following dates:
September 20
September 27
December 20
December 27
January 3
Sunday, November 10
PolishFest 2024
Time:
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, European Studies Center, Global Studies Center, Global Hub, Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs and UCIS Engagement along with Polish Nationality Room
The 42nd Annual Polishfest is designed to give everyone an opportunity to experience the living Polish, Lithuanian, and Carpatho-Rusyn cultures
The 42nd Annual Polishfest is designed to give the festival guests, families, and students an opportunity to experience the living cultures of the Polish, Lithuanian and Carpatho-Rusyn Peoples that throughout history were joined, separated and independently are connected. A living legacy presented to teach, to experience, to taste, to try and to have fun.
This family-oriented event is FREE to everyone and will include many activities such as Polish name writing; Lithuanian angel papercutting demonstration; pierogi / pirohy cooking demonstrations and samples; and Carpatho-Rusyn spinning and lace making; and a pierogi toss.
Every display, demonstration, and activity will offer an explanation of the cultural history of the tradition.
Entertainment will include Polish folk songs with a violinist; a Lithuanian choir with Bocjai folk songs; Polish Karazula folk songs and folk dancing by the “Lajkoniki” Ensemble; Polka dancing; and contemporary Polish music.
In-Person event
Monday, November 11 to Monday, November 18
International Photo Contest
Time:
(All day)
Location:
Global Hub & Instagram
Sponsored by:
Global Hub and Global Experiences Office
Visit the Global Hub or the Global Experiences Office instagram @pittglobalexp to vote for your favorite photo in each category for the International Photo Contest 2024!
Tuesday, November 12
Slovak Conversation Table
Time:
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Announced by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub on behalf of
Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.
Hungarian Conversation Table
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Presenter:
Viktoria Batista
Location:
Braun Room
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!
Wednesday, November 13
GALA Reading Group Session 3
Race, Place and Migration
Time:
1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Presenter:
Global Studies Center
Location:
4130 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Global Studies Center along with Pitt World History Center
Contact:
Veronica Dristas
Contact Phone:
(412) 624-2918
Contact Email:
dristas@pitt.edu
We welcome you back to a new semester. The Global Appalachia Reading Group is looking forward to this semester’s new book discussion. In the fall of 2024, the World History Center’s and the Global Studies Center will host a the second series of book discussions focusing on Appalachia from a global perspective. The semester’s series theme is Race, Place and Migration. Participation in all four events in the series is not required but encouraged. All events will take place from (please see dates below) 1:30-3:00pm. Copies of the books will be available for those planning to attend the event. Please contact Veronica Dristas at dristas@pitt.edu for the book or with questions.
Note: We are able to fund and distribute books to registrants as funding allows. Registration will remain open after this amount is reached. Registrants will be notified if we are unable to provide them with the reading material.
Session Descriptions:
September 25, 2024: African American Workers and the Appalachian Coal Industry by Joe William Trotter
October 23, 2024: Hillbilly Highway: The Transappalachian Migration and the Making of a White Working Class by Max Fraser
November 13, 2024: After Coal: Stories of Survival from Appalachia and Wales by Tom Hansell
December 4, 2024: Out of the Mountains: Appalachia Stories by Meredith Sue Williams
To register please follow this link: https://forms.gle/J7jqr1h3mRsdrJEa9.
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Jewish Heritage Night Special Ticket Offer
Time:
7:30 pm
Sponsored by:
Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs
On November 13, join us for Jewish Heritage Night when we host the Detroit Red Wings! Featuring a concourse display courtesy of the University of Pittsburgh Nationality Rooms & Intercultural Exchange Programs, be here when we honor the incredible impact of our city’s Jewish community and celebrate their rich culture and history.
In celebration of your heritage, lock in special pricing now. Plus, the first 300 community members that purchase tickets through this offer will receive an exclusive Penguins-branded Jewish Heritage Night Hockey Shirt!
To purchase groups of 10 or more tickets or to request additional information, please contact Jared Milstein at (412) 255-1802.
Penguins vs. Red Wings
Nov 13, 2024 7:30 PM EST
PPG Paints Arena
1001 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, US
Purchase Deadline: Nov 13, 2024 5:30 PM EST
Thursday, November 14
Asia Now Andrea Gevurtz Arai
Time:
12:00 pm
Location:
David Lawrence Hall 211
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center along with Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA)
Friday, November 15
Student Showcase
Landscapes: Nature, Culture, Climate Change
Time:
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Presenter:
Various
Location:
WPU Lower Lounge
Sponsored by:
European Studies Center and European Union Center of Excellence along with Department of German, Film and Media Studies Program, Mascaro Center for Sustainability and Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany Washington
Contact:
Sadine Von Dirke
Contact Email:
https://www.german.pitt.edu
Come and celebrate our students' research projects who are enrolled in GER 101-202 (beginner to intermediate levels)
Light refreshments will be served!
Kya Baat Hai!
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Hiba Siddqui
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Kya Baat Hai!
Contact:
Hiba Siddiqui
Contact Email:
his37@pitt.edu
Join undergraduate Pitt students for a conversation hour to practice speaking in Hindi and Urdu and connect over shared cultural experiences.
Kya Baat Hai will meet weekly, on Fridays, during the 2024-2025 academic year, EXCEPT on the following dates:
September 20
September 27
December 20
December 27
January 3
Sunday, November 17
Holiday Open House 2024
Time:
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Location:
Cathedral Commons Room
Sponsored by:
Global Hub, Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs, Global Experiences Office and UCIS Engagement
The 33rd Nationality and Intercultural Exchange Programs Holiday Open House
Sunday, November 17, 2024 from 12-4 pm | Cathedral of Learning Commons| Nationality and Heritage Rooms
In the spirit of an open house tradition and to foster connections among neighbors, members of the Nationality and Heritage Room Committees will welcome guests into the Cathedral of Learning for an afternoon of exploration and engagement. Guests will be invited into the Nationality and Heritage Rooms which will be decorated for the holiday season and can participate in traditional crafts and cultural demonstrations to learn about the rooms, the committees, and their ethnic communities and traditions. In the Cathedral of Learning Commons, guests will enjoy traditional treats as they listen to world and holiday music and shop for handcrafted and cultural wares and other items that represent the cultural diversity of the Nationality and Heritage Rooms. St. Nicholas will make an appearance for photos with children and families.
The event is free and open to the public. No prior registration is required. Food and gift items will be available for purchase.
We look forward to welcoming you!
This event is eligible for Outside of the Classroom Curriculum Credit for Pitt students.
Tuesday, November 19
Beyond the Ballot: Europe’s Democratic Journey
Voices of Concern: How are Europe’s youth expressing their dissatisfaction with the state of democracy?
Time:
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Location:
4217 Posvar Hall
Streaming Link:
Sponsored by:
European Studies Center and European Union Center of Excellence
Contact:
Ingrid Gomez-O'Toole
Contact Phone:
4126488517
Contact Email:
ing7@pitt.edu
Moderator: Erica Edwards, University of Pittsburgh
Panelists:
Albena Azmanova, University of Kent
James Sloam PhD, Royal Holloway (University of London)
Slovak Conversation Table
Time:
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Announced by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub on behalf of
Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.
Hungarian Conversation Table
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Presenter:
Viktoria Batista
Location:
Braun Room
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!
Wednesday, November 20
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Screening of "Vagrants, Vagabonds, Immorals"
Time:
6:00 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Director: Nina Tedesco; Script and research: Paulo Cruz Terra, Nina Tedesco; followed by discussion with Paulo Terra (Universidade Federal Fluminense, Brazil); Sara York (Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro) and David Tenorio (University of Pittsburgh)
What are the meanings of vagrancy throughout Brazilian history, at least since Abolition of slavery? Who was considered a vagrant? What are the possibilities of resistance to attempts at criminalization? Trying to answer these questions through the intersectionality of class, gender, race and sexualities, the film dialogues with four women activists: Neusa Maria Pereira, journalist and one of the founders of the Movimento Negro Unificado; Shirley Krenak, Indigenous activist of the Krenak people; Jovanna Baby, founder of the organized movement of transvestites and transgender people in Brazil; and Nataraj Trinta, historian and organizer of the Slut Walk in Rio de Janeiro.
Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/content/clas-event-registration
Free and open to the public
Thursday, November 21
Seminar on Gender and Labor in Latin America
Time:
(All day)
Location:
Posvar Hall, Center for Urban Education
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies and Global Studies Center
Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/content/clas-event-registration
Free and open to the public
Friday, November 22
Kya Baat Hai!
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Hiba Siddqui
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Kya Baat Hai!
Contact:
Hiba Siddiqui
Contact Email:
his37@pitt.edu
Join undergraduate Pitt students for a conversation hour to practice speaking in Hindi and Urdu and connect over shared cultural experiences.
Kya Baat Hai will meet weekly, on Fridays, during the 2024-2025 academic year, EXCEPT on the following dates:
September 20
September 27
December 20
December 27
January 3
Tuesday, November 26
Slovak Conversation Table
Time:
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Announced by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub on behalf of
Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.
Hungarian Conversation Table
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Presenter:
Viktoria Batista
Location:
Braun Room
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!
Tuesday, December 3
Slovak Conversation Table
Time:
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Announced by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub on behalf of
Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.
Clube do Livro
Time:
5:00 pm
Location:
4200 Posvar, CLAS
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
For more information, contact clas@pitt.edu
Free and open to the public
Hungarian Conversation Table
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Presenter:
Viktoria Batista
Location:
Braun Room
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!
Wednesday, December 4
GALA Reading Group Session 4
Race, Place and Migration
Time:
1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Presenter:
Global Studies Center
Location:
4130 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Global Studies Center along with Pitt World History Center
Contact:
Veronica Dristas
Contact Phone:
(412) 624-2918
Contact Email:
dristas@pitt.edu
The Global Appalachia Reading Group is looking forward to this semester’s new book discussion. In Fall 2024, the World History Center and the Global Studies Center will host the second series of book discussions focusing on Appalachia from a global perspective. The semester’s series theme is Race, Place and Migration. Participation in all four events in the series is not required but encouraged. All events will take place from (please see dates below) 1:30-3:00pm. Copies of the books will be available for those planning to attend the event. Please contact Veronica Dristas at dristas@pitt.edu for the book or with questions.
Note: We are able to fund and distribute books to registrants as funding allows. Registration will remain open after this amount is reached. Registrants will be notified if we are unable to provide them with the reading material.
Session Descriptions:
September 25, 2024: African American Workers and the Appalachian Coal Industry by Joe William Trotter
October 23, 2024: Hillbilly Highway: The Transappalachian Migration and the Making of a White Working Class by Max Fraser
November 13, 2024: After Coal: Stories of Survival from Appalachia and Wales by Tom Hansell
December 4, 2024: Out of the Mountains: Appalachia Stories by Meredith Sue Williams
To register please follow this link: https://forms.gle/J7jqr1h3mRsdrJEa9.
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Thursday, December 5
Asia Now Takahito Niikura
Jogging in Japan/Media
Time:
12:00 pm
Location:
David Lawrence Hall 211
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center along with Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA)
Friday, December 6
Kya Baat Hai!
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Hiba Siddqui
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Kya Baat Hai!
Contact:
Hiba Siddiqui
Contact Email:
his37@pitt.edu
Join undergraduate Pitt students for a conversation hour to practice speaking in Hindi and Urdu and connect over shared cultural experiences.
Kya Baat Hai will meet weekly, on Fridays, during the 2024-2025 academic year, EXCEPT on the following dates:
September 20
September 27
December 20
December 27
January 3
Tuesday, December 10
Conversation on Europe: Economics of Climate Response
Year of Sustainability
Time:
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Presenter:
Various
Location:
4217 Posvar Hall
Streaming Link:
Sponsored by:
European Studies Center and European Union Center of Excellence
Contact:
Ingrid Gomez-O'Toole
Contact Phone:
4126488517
Contact Email:
ing7@pitt.edu
Moderator: Randall Halle, University of Pittsburgh
Panelist/s:
Phoebe Koundouri, University of Cambridge
TBD
TBD
Description:
TBD
About the Panelists:
Phoebe Koundouri: She holds an MPhil and a PhD in Economics from the University of Cambridge and holds academic positions at the University of Cambridge, University College London, the University of Reading, and the London School of Economics. She has published 18 books and more than 600 scientific papers, including publications in Nature, the Lancet, and top-ranked economics, econometrics, and sustainability science journals. She co-edited several prestigious academic journals, including Nature: Climate Action and Environmental and Resources Economics. She organized numerous international scientific conferences, supervised more than 30 PhD students, and gave keynote speeches and public lectures across the world.
In 2019, she was elected President of the European Association of Environmental and Resource Economists (EAERE) the biggest scientific association in the field, with more than 1500 member institutions, from more than 75 countries and she is now chairing the World Council of Environmental and Natural Resource Economists Associations (WCERE). In 2022 she received the prestigious European Research Council Synergy Grant, and in 2023, she was awarded the Academy of Athens Award for Scientific Excellence.
Slovak Conversation Table
Time:
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Announced by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies and Global Hub on behalf of
Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.
Hungarian Conversation Table
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Presenter:
Viktoria Batista
Location:
Braun Room
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies
Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!
Wednesday, December 11
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Friday, December 13
Kya Baat Hai!
Time:
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Presenter:
Hiba Siddqui
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Global Hub along with Kya Baat Hai!
Contact:
Hiba Siddiqui
Contact Email:
his37@pitt.edu
Join undergraduate Pitt students for a conversation hour to practice speaking in Hindi and Urdu and connect over shared cultural experiences.
Kya Baat Hai will meet weekly, on Fridays, during the 2024-2025 academic year, EXCEPT on the following dates:
September 20
September 27
December 20
December 27
January 3
Tuesday, January 7
Italian Heritage Night Special Ticket Offer
Time:
7:00 pm
Sponsored by:
Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs
On January 7, join us for Italian Heritage Night when we host the Columbus Blue Jackets! Featuring a concourse display courtesy of the University of Pittsburgh Nationality Rooms & Intercultural Exchange Programs, be here when we honor the incredible impact of our city’s Italian community and celebrate their rich culture and history.
In celebration of your heritage, lock in special pricing now. Plus, the first 200 community members that purchase tickets through this offer will receive an exclusive Penguins-branded Italian Heritage Hockey Shirt!
To purchase groups of 10 or more tickets or to request additional information, please contact Olivia Stawovy at (412) 255-1811.
Penguins vs. Blue Jackets
Jan 07, 2025 7:00 PM EST
PPG Paints Arena
1001 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, US
Purchase Deadline: Jan 07, 2025 5:00 PM EST
Wednesday, January 8
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Wednesday, January 15
CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Wednesday, January 22
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Wednesday, January 29
CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Tuesday, February 4
Black Hockey History Game Special Ticket Offer
Time:
5:00 pm
Sponsored by:
Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs
The Penguins organization is committed to supporting the Black community both on and off the ice. During the month of February, we will celebrate Black History Month through programming focused on elevating black leaders and change-makers, sharing inspiring stories of historic resilience, and connecting our fans to one another through their love for hockey.
Join us for Black History Month in person at PPG Paints Arena when the Penguins host the New Jersey Devils on February 4. Featuring a concourse display courtesy of the University of Pittsburgh Nationality Rooms & Intercultural Exchange Programs, be here when we honor the incredible impact of our city’s African American community and celebrate their rich culture and history. Plus, the first 300 community members that purchase tickets through this special offer will receive a Penguins-branded Black Hockey History Hockey Shirt!
To purchase groups of 10 or more tickets or to request additional information, please contact Kyle Blend at (412) 255-1849.
Penguins vs. Devils
Feb 04, 2025 7:00 PM EST
PPG Paints Arena
1001 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, US
Purchase Deadline: Feb 04, 2025 5:00 PM EST
Wednesday, February 5
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Wednesday, February 12
CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Wednesday, February 19
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Wednesday, February 26
CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Wednesday, March 5
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Tuesday, March 11
Irish Heritage Night Special Ticket Offer
Time:
5:00 pm
Sponsored by:
Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs
On March 11, join us for Irish Heritage Night when we host the Vegas Golden Knights! Featuring a concourse display courtesy of the University of Pittsburgh Nationality Rooms & Intercultural Exchange Programs, be here when we honor the incredible impact of our city’s Irish community and celebrate their rich culture and history.
In celebration of your heritage, lock in special pricing now. Plus, the first 200 community members that purchase tickets through this offer will receive an exclusive Penguins-branded Irish Heritage Hockey Shirt!
To purchase groups of 10 or more tickets or to request additional information, please contact Ryan Clark at (412) 255-1957.
Penguins vs. Golden Knights
Mar 11, 2025 7:00 PM EDT
PPG Paints Arena
1001 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, US
Purchase Deadline: Mar 11, 2025 5:00 PM EDT
Wednesday, March 12
CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Tuesday, March 18
API Night Special Ticket Offer
Time:
5:00 pm
Sponsored by:
Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs
The Penguins organization is committed to supporting the Asian Pacific Islander (API) community both on and off the ice. Our API Night, in recognition of the Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month observed in the United States during the month of May, will take place on March 18!
Join us for API Night in person at PPG Paints Arena when the Penguins host the New York Islanders. Featuring a concourse display courtesy of the University of Pittsburgh Nationality Rooms & Intercultural Exchange Programs, be here when we honor the incredible impact of our city’s Asian American and Pacific Islander community and celebrate their rich culture and history. Plus, the first 100 community members that purchase tickets through this special offer will receive a Penguins-branded API Night Rally Towel!
To purchase groups of 10 or more tickets or to request additional information, please contact Kyle Blend at (412) 255-1849.
Penguins vs. Islanders
Mar 18, 2025 7:00 PM EDT
PPG Paints Arena
1001 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, US
Purchase Deadline: Mar 18, 2025 5:00 PM EDT
Wednesday, March 19
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Wednesday, March 26
CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Wednesday, April 2
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Saturday, April 5
Latin American and Caribbean Festival
Time:
(All day)
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Wednesday, April 9
CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole
Wednesday, April 16
African Languages Conversation Hour
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for African Studies and Global Hub along with Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center
Contact:
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email:
lubua@pitt.edu
This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.
Monthly schedule -
1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole