80th Anniversary Celebration of the Greek Nationality Room Dedication

Activity Type: 
Cultural Event
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Date: 
Friday, November 5, 2021 (All day) to Sunday, November 7, 2021 (All day)
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Contact Person: 
Nick Giannoukakis
Contact Email: 
ngiann1@pitt.edu

In 1928, a group of energized students at the University of Pittsburgh, answered the call of Mrs. Ruth Crawford Mitchell and stepped up to accept the challenge of creating the Greek Nationality Room. They enlisted regional immigrants of Greek descent, some in position of leadership of the then young – but so energetic – Greek community, to join them in this challenge. Over the next 15 years, the students, all who eventually graduated and began successful careers, were able to dedicate the Greek Nationality Room in 1941, 80 years ago.

UCIS Unit: 
Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs
World Regions: 
Europe
Is Event Already in University Calendar?: 
No