Center for African Studies

Synonyms: 
African Studies
AfSP
African Studies Program

2023 UCIS Graduation Ceremony and Reception

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Fri, 04/28/2023 - 14:00

The University Center for International Studies cordially invites students graduating in Spring and Summer 2023 to celebrate their academic achievements and receive their credentials at the University Center for International Studies’ Graduation Ceremony on Friday, April 28, 2-3pm in the Charity Randall Theater followed by a reception in the Cathedral Commons Room.

Graduating students should look for their personal email invitations from the University Center for International Studies to RSVP and contact their UCIS academic advisor with any questions about the event.

Location: 
Charity Randall Theatre

Dr. Kakenya Ntaiya, 2023 Exemplary Leader

Presenter: 
Dr. Kakenya Ntaiya
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Mon, 03/27/2023 - 15:00

The Johnson Institute for Responsible Leadership invites you to attend a celebration in honor of Dr. Kakenya Ntaiya in recognition of her exemplary work and advocacy to support women and girls in Kenya and around the world. Ntaiya is the founder of the Kakenya Center for Excellence (KCE) with the mission to educate girls and end harmful traditional practices including FGM and child marriage.

Location: 
WPU Ballroom A
Cost: 
Free
Contact Person: 
Shakhzoda Tuychieva
Contact Phone: 
4124018017
Contact Email: 
sht156@pitt.edu

Let's Talk Africa with Dr. Fatima Waziri-Azi: "Human Trafficking and the Nigerian Society"

Presenter: 
Dr. Fatima Waziri-Azi
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Wed, 03/15/2023 - 12:00 to 13:00

Join the Center for African Studies and the Center for International Legal Education in welcoming Dr. Fatima Waziri-Azi for her lecture "Human Trafficking and the Nigerian Society." Lunch will be provided!

Registration: https://calendar.pitt.edu/event/lets_talk_africa_with_dr_fatima_waziri-a...

Location: 
Barco Law Building, Alcoa Room, Floor 2

LCTL Language Coffee House

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Event Status: 
As Scheduled
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Date: 
Fri, 02/17/2023 - 11:00 to 13:00

Take a break from studying and enjoy free drinks and snacks from around the world! Instructors and students from the Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center (LCTL) and Pitt's many language departments will teach you how to order in Swahili, German, Modern & Ancient Greek, Quechua, Hebrew, Irish, Chinese, Persian, Turkish, Arabic, Ukrainian, English, and many more of the nearly 30 languages offered at Pitt. Then, you can place your order at the Language Coffeehouse and enjoy free drinks and snacks from around the world.

Location: 
William Pitt Union Assembly Room
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Languages Across the Curriculum Online Info Session

Presenter: 
Various
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Thu, 03/16/2023 - 14:00 to 15:00

The University Center for International Studies (UCIS), with funding from Pitt's Title VI National Resource Centers, has embarked on a four-year initiative to increase the number of LAC courses offered on campus. Join us to learn more about LAC and how you can combine your personal world language proficiency with your non-language teaching/research expertise and provide students with exciting opportunities to enhance their learning. Any faculty, administrators, and students who are interested in LAC courses are welcome.

Location: 
Zoom

Carson Middle School FLTA Visit

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Presenter: 
Bancy Gichovi
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
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Date: 
Thu, 02/09/2023 - 14:10 to 15:00

Our FLTA Bancy will give a presentation to Carson Middle School's Culture Club.

Location: 
Carson Middle School
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Frederick Honors College Advisors Table at Pitt Majors/Minors Fair

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Thu, 01/26/2023 - 12:00 to 15:00

Meet the Frederick Honors College's team of academic advisors who can answer your questions about the Honors College's application, requirements, programming, and more. Find out how you can enhance your University of Pittsburgh degree in any major by choosing one of our distinctive programs.

Location: 
William Pitt Union Ballroom

Tower C the World

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Presenter: 
Adeyemi & Mike
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
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Date: 
Fri, 01/27/2023 - 18:00 to 20:00

Information session for Pitt undergraduate students. We will provide information on the CAS certificate, African culture and languages, and scholarship and travel opportunities.

Location: 
548 WPU
Cost: 
Contact Person: 
Adeyemi Badewa
Contact Phone: 
Contact Email: 
asb232@pitt.edu

Successful Job Application Workshop

Presenter: 
Lucinda Morgan and Rachael Ochoa
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Mon, 01/30/2023 - 17:00 to 18:00

Are you looking to take your job application to the next level? We will teach you how to make your resume and cover letter stand out, ace your interview, and showcase your skills and experience in the best way.

Location: 
5108 Posvar Hall

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