Center for African Studies

Synonyms: 
African Studies
AfSP
African Studies Program

Race &...Conference

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As Scheduled
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Date: 
Fri, 09/27/2024 (All day)

The Race &... Conference 2024, held on September 27, focused on the theme "Pitt Global – Africa and the African Diaspora." The conference explored the global connections, histories, and contemporary experiences of African and African-descended communities, emphasizing the role of education, advocacy, and collaboration in addressing racial and global issues.

Location: 
William Pitt Union
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Event Web Site: 
https://www.facultydiversity.pitt.edu/race-initiative/race-conference
Contact Person: 
Susan Ngbabare
Contact Phone: 
7405908115
Contact Email: 
smn63@pitt.edu

STEAM Workshop

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Maasai Women from Kenya and the Atasa Solar
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As Scheduled
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Date: 
Wed, 09/25/2024 - 16:00

This workshop, organized by the Educational Outreach Center as part of the Investing Now Summer Program, was delivered by Atasar Solar Project. Sponsored by the Center for African Studies, the event introduced students to Kenya's Olorgesailie Maasai women artisans, highlighting their cultural traditions, craftsmanship, and innovative approaches to sustainable development.

Location: 
Barco Law Building Room 113
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Contact Person: 
Susan Ngbabare
Contact Phone: 
7405908115
Contact Email: 
smn63@pitt.edu

Pitt Model United Nations 2025

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High School Conference
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As Scheduled
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Date: 
Tue, 10/28/2025 - 08:00 to 16:00

Through experiential learning, high school students engage directly with global issues by assuming the role of world leaders and negotiating responses to timely topics.

Location: 
William Pitt Union and O'Hara Student Center, Pitt-Oakland Campus
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Event Web Site: 
https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/outreach/pittmun-high-school-conference
Contact Person: 
UCIS Engagement
Contact Phone: 
Contact Email: 
ucisengage@pitt.edu

Swahili Level 2 Conversation

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Presenter: 
Faraja Ngogo
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Fri, 04/25/2025 - 16:00 to 17:00

Swahili Level 2 students: Join Swahili instructor Faraja Ngogo on Fridays at 4-5 pm in the Global Hub to practice Swahili.

Location: 
Global Hub
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Event Web Site: 
Contact Person: 
Faraja Ngogo
Contact Phone: 
Contact Email: 
fjn9@pitt.edu

Swahili Level 4 Conversational Hours

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Presenter: 
Faraja Ngogo
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
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Date: 
Thu, 04/17/2025 - 11:00 to 12:00

Swahili Level 4 students: Join Swahili instructor Faraja Ngogo on Thursdays at 11 am-12 pm in the Global Hub to practice Swahili.

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Contact Person: 
Faraja Ngogo
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Contact Email: 
FJN9@pitt.edu

Chats with Zharia

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Presenter: 
Zharia White
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Date: 
Tue, 04/15/2025 - 14:00 to 16:00
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Contact Person: 
Zharia White
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Contact Email: 
zmw14@pitt.edu

Swahili Level 4 Conversation Hour

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Presenter: 
Faraja Ngogo
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Security Notice: Event Changed: 
Date: 
Thu, 04/10/2025 - 11:00 to 12:00

Swahili Level 4 students: Join Swahili instructor Faraja Ngogo on Thursdays at 11 am-12 pm in the Global Hub to practice Swahili.

Location: 
Global Hub
Cost: 
Event Web Site: 
Contact Person: 
Faraja Ngogo
Contact Phone: 
Contact Email: 
fjn9@pitt.edu

Swahili Level 2 Conversational Hours

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Presenter: 
Faraja Ngogo
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
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Date: 
Fri, 04/11/2025 - 16:00 to 17:00

Swahili Level 2 students: Join Swahili instructor Faraja Ngogo on Fridays at 4-5 pm in the Global Hub to practice Swahili.

Location: 
Global Hub
Cost: 
Event Web Site: 
Contact Person: 
Faraja Ngogo
Contact Phone: 
Contact Email: 
fjn9@pitt.edu

Swahili Level 2 Conversational Hours

Subtitle: 
Presenter: 
Faraja Ngogo
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Security Notice: Event Changed: 
Date: 
Fri, 04/04/2025 - 16:00 to 17:00

Swahili Level 2 students: Join Swahili instructor Faraja Ngogo on Fridays at 4-5 pm in the Global Hub to practice Swahili.

Location: 
Global Hub
Cost: 
Event Web Site: 
Contact Person: 
Faraja Ngogo
Contact Phone: 
Contact Email: 
FJN9@pitt.edu

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