Center for African Studies

Synonyms: 
African Studies
AfSP
African Studies Program

Community Based Organizations Supporting Sustainable Development in Africa

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Wed, 10/13/2010 - 13:00 to 15:00

Mr. Leonard Kachebonaho, Executive Secretary of the Tanzanian NGO KADERES, will discuss the role of KADERES in providing services to the community in three key areas of development: (1) Clean and easily accessible water; (2) Clinics and health centers; and (3) Microfinance. He will talk about the work of KADERES, the impact it has had on rural populations, the challenges and opportunities as they move forward with their development projects.

Location: 
4130 WWPH
Cost: 
Free
Contact Person: 
Dr. Macrina C. Lelei
Contact Phone: 
412-648-2058
Contact Email: 
macrina@pitt.edu

International Studies Certificate Panel Presentation

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Thu, 09/23/2010 - 12:00

Want to prepare yourself for the global marketplace? Learn first hand from students on how to internationalize your studies at Pitt by earning an international studies certificate or the Bachelor of Philosophy (BPHIL) in International and Area Studies. Students can develop a more concentrated and in-depth understanding of a world region or a global theme. For any major on campus!

Location: 
Dining Room B, William Pitt Union
Cost: 
Free
Contact Person: 
Elaine Linn
Contact Phone: 
412 648-2113
Contact Email: 
eel58@pitt.edu

African Studies Welcome Reception and Student Presentations:

Date: 
Fri, 09/24/2010 - 12:00

A Welcome Reception for new and returning students, faculty and staff. An opportunity also for students who participated in study abroad/internship programs in Africa to share their experiences (Show & Tell). All students enrolled in the African Studies Certificate program are invited to attend and also propspective students interested in African Studies are welcome to attend. All African Studies affiliated faculty and staff are invited to attend the event, to meet our students and interact with coleagues.

Location: 
Assembly Room
Cost: 
Free
Contact Person: 
Dr. Macrina C. Lelei
Contact Phone: 
412-648-2058
Contact Email: 
macrina@pitt.edu

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