Germany on Campus: Fall 2024
Sustainability and Climate Change: Environmentalism in Germany
Documentary with English Subtitles.
See how 5 young German climate activist tries to bring about change and how their solidarity helps them come through setbacks in their struggle.
Events
The following list includes events on and around campus that relate to Europe, many of which are not sponsored by the European Studies Center, but simply announced here as a courtesy listing. If you would like your event announced on our page, please contact our GSA, Kenny Reilly.
DATE:
Thursday, October 17
TIME:
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
LOCATION:
4130 Posvar Hall
PRESENTER:
Directed by: Felix Maria Buhler
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Monday, October 21
TIME:
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
LOCATION:
Wesley W. Posvar, Room 4130
PRESENTER:
Farid Hafez
Unmasking Prejudice: Confronting Antisemitism, Islamophobia, and Racism Across Europe Lecture Series
Lecture led by Farid Hafez daily politics, antisemitism and Islamophobia are often debated as two opposing concepts, though they have much in common. This talk delves into...
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Tuesday, October 22
TIME:
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
LOCATION:
4217 Posvar Hall
PRESENTER:
Various
Moderator:
Erica Edwards, University of Pittsburgh
Panelists:
TBD
STATUS:
As Scheduled
Registration Link: : https://pitt.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fiW_0nURTTenjW8zPgmNuQ
DATE:
Tuesday, October 22
TIME:
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
LOCATION:
Wesley W. Posvar, Room 4217
PRESENTER:
Manuel Müller and Christine Neuhold
The panelists will facilitate a discussion about the history of the EU, and its efforts to increase its democratic credentials. Beginning with the first direct elections to the European Parliament (EP) in 1979 and with every Treaty reform since Maastricht, new sources of...
STATUS:
As Scheduled
For Virtual Participation : https://pitt.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fiW_0nURTTenjW8zPgmNuQ
DATE:
Thursday, October 24
TIME:
(All day)
LOCATION:
William Pitt Union and O'Hara Student Club
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,...
STATUS:
Canceled
DATE:
Tuesday, October 29
TIME:
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
PRESENTER:
Cindy McNulty, Catherine Fratto
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...
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Tuesday, November 5
TIME:
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
LOCATION:
Global Hub
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...
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Wednesday, November 6
TIME:
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
LOCATION:
Global Hub
The night of 9 November 1989 changed the world. This evening happened as a link in a global chain of events. On the anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, come talk with our panelists about how it impacted them and the world we live in.
Eat pizza and discuss with...
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Wednesday, November 6
TIME:
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
LOCATION:
Global Hub
PRESENTER:
Farid Hafez
STATUS:
As Scheduled
For Virtual Participation : https://pitt.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fiW_0nURTTenjW8zPgmNuQ
DATE:
Friday, November 8
TIME:
8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Please join us on Friday, November 8, 2024 from 8:30 am-3:30 pm ET for this FREE online faculty professional development conference that will explore the topic of migration today through the lens of politics, economics, and climatic changes. The day's schedule will be...
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Sunday, November 10
TIME:
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
The 42nd Annual Polishfest is designed to give everyone an opportunity to experience the living Polish, Lithuanian, Hungarian, and Carpatho-Rusyn cultures
The 42nd Annual Polishfest is designed to give the festival guests, families, and students an opportunity to experience...
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Monday, November 11
TIME:
4:00 pm to 5:15 pm
LOCATION:
William Pitt Union, Lower Level
PRESENTER:
Carolyn Dudek
Unmasking Prejudice: Confronting Antisemitism, Islamophobia, and Racism Across Europe Lecture Series:
Although antisemitism was on the rise across Europe since 2001, the EU ignored the issue. In 2015, however, the tide seemed to change when the European Commission, the...
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Friday, November 15
TIME:
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
LOCATION:
WPU Lower Lounge
PRESENTER:
Various
Come and celebrate our students' research projects who are enrolled in GER 101-202 (beginner to intermediate levels)
Light refreshments will be served!
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Tuesday, November 19
TIME:
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
LOCATION:
4217 Posvar Hall
As the European Union faces complex challenges, from rising populism to economic uncertainty, the role of youth in shaping its future has never been more critical. This panel brings together experts to explore how the EU can better engage its youth in democratic processes....
STATUS:
As Scheduled
Virtual Participation Registration Link: : https://pitt.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yFvfJNwuSU26i_vGoXN4SQ
DATE:
Tuesday, December 10
TIME:
8:00 am to 3:30 pm
LOCATION:
William Pitt Union
The High School Model European Union is an annual event for area high school students. The goal of the Model EU is to give high school students a chance to learn about the workings of the European Union through a hands-on simulation. Playing the roles of presidents and...
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Tuesday, December 10
TIME:
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
LOCATION:
4217 Posvar Hall
PRESENTER:
Various
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...
STATUS:
As Scheduled
Registration Link: : https://pitt.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4_5MZo11RhSKLR-oxi27tw
DATE:
Friday, January 10
TIME:
(All day)
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Friday, March 28
TIME:
(All day)
LOCATION:
Posvar Hall
The European and Eurasian Undergraduate Research Symposium is an annual event since 2002 designed to provide undergraduate students, from the University of Pittsburgh and other colleges and universities, with advanced research experiences and opportunities to develop...
STATUS:
As Scheduled
DATE:
Sunday, June 15 to Saturday, June 21
TIME:
(All day)
LOCATION:
Brussels, Belgium
The annual Brussels Study Tour is a week-long opportunity for educators across the U.S. to learn more about the European Union. With funding from the EU Delegation and the U.S. Department of Education, K-12 educators and faculty at community colleges and minority-serving...
STATUS:
As Scheduled