The Immigrant Technology Development Experience: Illah Nourbakhsh and his Memoir, Turn Left

Activity Type: 
Lecture
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Presenter: 
Dr. Illah Reza Nourbakhsh
Date: 
Monday, March 17, 2025 - 12:00
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Location: 
4217 Wesley W. Posvar Hall
Contact Person: 
Veronica Dristas
Contact Phone: 
412-648-5085
Contact Email: 
dristas@pitt.edu

This is an interactive discussion about the identity of immigrants to the United States. Dr. Nourbakhsh’s personal story spans Iran, the United States, NASA, Silicon Valley entrepreneurship and the life of a university professor. Dr. Nourbakhsh uses his personal background to discuss the blurring of identities for immigrants who dive deep into technology innovation in a world of increasing inequity and inequality. 

UCIS Unit: 
Global Studies Center
Is Event Already in University Calendar?: 
No