Workshops
Upcoming Workshops
India Today
Date: Friday October 26- Sunday October 28
Location: Carnegie Mellon University, 100 Porter Hall
Cost: Free
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As a rising state in the world economy and with a rich history and culture, India’s status is shifting. India Today is a three day mini course, consisting of 14 hours of classes over a weekend. The course will open with two keynote lectures on Friday evening on an overview of the issues. This will be followed by instructional lectures on Saturday on the various themes by experts in the fields. Sunday morning will be a discussion of two case studies and a panel discussion by the speakers on future challenges, and some possible projections/ recommendations. Teachers will receive ACT 48 credit and a free copy of the textbook.
Building a Culture of Peace in Pittsburgh Classrooms
Date: Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: 4130 Posvar Hall, University of Pittsburgh
Cost: Free
For more information and to register contact Veronica Dristas at dristas@pitt.edu
Varghese Chakkummootil, Founder of Daya Center for Peace, will share his experience building peace in some of the most conflict-torn regions of the world. He will speak about peace initiatives that focus on building relationships and breaking cycles of violence, which can be used locally and internationally. Mr. Chakkummootil has worked with students and teachers from around the world to create a culture of peace in the classroom and gives teachers skills and tools to help students build peace and learn tolerance. Specific skills he will teach are: The Non-Violent Communication method, which helps individuals express themselves and get what they want in a respectful way that doesn't hurt others; Tools to reach the root of the problem, which will help teachers and students solve intractable issues; as well as a host of other skills and theories that are part of the Conflict Transformation methodology that goes beyond resolving the conflict to rebuilding broken relationships.
World on Trial: 2004 French Headscarf Law Teachers' Workshop
Date: Saturday, November 3, 2012
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: 4130 Posvar Hall, University of Pittsburgh
Cost: Free
For more information: Contact Veronica Dristas at dristas@pitt.edu
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In 2004, the French government banned the conspicuous display of religious symbols in public schools. This most notably affected the rights of young Muslim women to wear traditional headscarves or other forms of cover. This workshop will investigate the legal and ethical implications of the decision and include a discussion of the French and Islamic perspective. The Global Studies Center and the Center for Global Studies at Penn State is pleased to offer professional development workshops for practicing K-12 classroom teachers.
Global Issues Through Literature: Europe and Immigration
Date: Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Time: 5 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: 4209 Posvar Hall, University of Pittsburgh
Cost: Free
For more information: Contact Veronica Dristas at dristas@pitt.edu
To register click here
This workshop is the first in a series of six workshops focusing on different global issues and how educators can use literature to further explore the topic. The first workshop will focus on Europe and the topic of immigration. Dr. Bernard Hagerty will discuss the novel Bruno, Chief of Police, by the journalist Martin Walker. It is a remarkable portrayal of the new, multicultural French countryside. North African immigrants are central to the plot and are portrayed in an evenhanded and nuanced way, and rural people themselves appear as a pressured minority. History matters, and the EU is omnipresent.
Participants will receive a copy of the novel 2 weeks prior to the workshop. Act 48 credit will be given at the end of the series.
Muslims in a Global Context: Afghanistan, Pakistan and India
Date: Friday, November 16- Sunday, November 18
Time: Firday 5 p.m. – Sunday 12:30 p.m.
Location: 2400 Sennot Square, University of Pittsburgh
Cost: Free
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This mini-course is part of a series organized by regions around world based on their role on the world stage, their importance within the Muslim world, and the critical influence they play in the global community, The series and course seeks to illuminate the various perspectives of the Muslim Community around the world. It is anticipated that many issues and complexities will be woven in the course discussion such as US involvement in various regions or the historical context of Israel and Palestine. Drawing upon the expertise and research of participating faculty from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh and our partners at institutions around the world the mini course series seeks to have students gain understanding of the religious, culture, economics and political influences of Muslims in a global context. Teachers will receive ACT 48 credit and a free copy of the textbook.
Annual Workshops
Model United Nations This event brings Pittsburgh high school students to the University of Pittsburgh for simulations of sessions of the United Nations. It is an opportunity for students to apply prior research and studies in a real-world context and practice diplomacy, negotiating, and resolution writing. Sponsors include the Global Studies Center, Asian Studies Center, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for Russian and East European Studies, European Studies Center, European Union Center of Excellence, International Business Center, and Global Solutions Education Fund. (Fall) Read more at www.pitt.edu/~modelun/.
International Connections This event invites Pittsburgh public high school minority students to the University of Pittsburgh to learn about international opportunities in higher education. Sponsored by the Global Studies Center, African Studies Program, Asian Studies Center, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for Russian and East European Studies, European Studies Center, European Union Center of Excellence, International Business Center, and Study Abroad Office. (Spring)
Past Workshops
For an archive of past workshops, please visit this link.
