Center for African Studies

Synonyms: 
African Studies
AfSP
African Studies Program

International Careers Toolkit: Preparing a Competitive Application for Professional Programs

Presenter: 
Charmaine McCall (School of Law), Nancy Glynn (School of Public Health), Michaela Cushing-Daniels (PhD Student GSPIA), and Ruel Beresford (PhD Student Epidemiology)
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Thu, 10/10/2024 - 15:30 to 17:00

Learn the key strategies to crafting a standout application from current professionals and faculty who've successfully navigated the process. With personal insights and expert advice, this session will give you the competitive edge you need to secure your spot in a leading professional program.

Location: 
4130 Posvar Hall

International Careers Toolkit: Preparing a Competitive Application for PhD Programs

Presenter: 
Jennifer Josten (History of Art and Architecture), Nancy Condee (Slavic Languages and Literatures), PraiseGod Aminu, Krystal Marsh
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Thu, 10/03/2024 - 16:30 to 18:00

Learn the key strategies to crafting a winning application from current graduate students and faculty who have been there, done that. From personal stories to expert tips, this session of UCIS's 2024-2025 Interntional Careers Toolkit Series will give you the edge you need to secure your spot in a top program.

Location: 
4130 Posvar Hall
Cost: 
Free and open to students

Swahili Conversational Hour

Presenter: 
Faraja Ngogo
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Wed, 09/25/2024 - 11:00 to 12:00

Looking to brush up on your Swahili? Join Swahili TA and students every Wednesday and Thursday in the Global Hub.

Location: 
Global Hub
Contact Person: 
Faraja Ngogo
Contact Email: 
FJN9@pitt.edu

Global Migrations: Economic, Political, and Climatic Changes K-12 educator workshop

Presenter: 
Cindy McNulty, Catherine Fratto
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Tue, 10/29/2024 - 17:00 to 18:30

This free online K-12 educator workshop will explore the topic of migration today through the global lens of politics, economics, and climatic changes. Using modern-day migration case studies, the presenters will share content and pedagogical strategies to help introduce or extend current study of the topic of migration in the classroom. ACT 48 hours will be provided for PA educators as well as resources and materials for classroom use.

Cost: 
Free
Contact Person: 
Veronica Dristas
Contact Email: 
dristas@pitt.edu

Chinese Kun Opera

Presenter: 
Yuan Gao
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Thu, 09/19/2024 - 10:30 to 12:00

Join the International Student Peer Network for a professional Chinese Kun Opera group performance, storytelling, open discussion, and the opportunity to try on traditional costumes and makeup.

Location: 
Global Hub
Contact Person: 
Yuan Gao
Contact Email: 
yug50@pitt.edu

African Languages Conversation Hour

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Repeats every week every Wednesday until Wed Dec 11 2024 except Wed Nov 06 2024, Wed Nov 27 2024, Wed Dec 18 2024, Wed Dec 25 2024, Wed Jan 01 2025.
Wed, 09/04/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 09/11/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 09/18/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 09/25/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 10/02/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 10/09/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 10/16/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 10/23/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 10/30/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 11/13/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 11/20/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 12/04/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00
Wed, 12/11/2024 - 17:00 to 18:00

This is an informal time to meet fellow speakers of African languages and practice your skills with a seasoned facilitator! All levels are welcome.

Monthly schedule -

1st Wednesday: Arabic & Wolof
2nd Wednesday: Swahili & Amharic
3rd Wednesday: Yoruba & Akan/Twi
4th Wednesday: Haitian Creole

Location: 
Global Hub, Posvar Hall
Event Web Site: 
https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/africa/languages
Contact Person: 
Filipo Lubua
Contact Email: 
lubua@pitt.edu

STUDY ABROAD AND LANGUAGE STUDY SCHOLARSHIPS

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Mon, 09/09/2024 - 12:00

The Office of National Scholarships will be holding an information session
where we will discuss scholarships that pay for study abroad and language
study. Please join us to learn more about how to go overseas on a
scholarship!

Scholarships Covered:
- Boren Scholarship and Fellowship
- Critical Language Scholarship
- Gilman Scholarship
- Frederick Honors College Scholarships
- Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowships

Location: 
Global Hub
Contact Person: 
Josh Cannon
Contact Email: 
jwc70@pitt.edu

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