As a result of the economic and political crisis in Zimbabwe, many women in the country with political affiliations have become victims of sexual assault. In September 2011 at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Matambabadzo hosted a conference on this topic. She continues with this discussion in a lecture hosted by the African Studies Program. This lecture will be preceded by a short documentary on the subject of rape to be followed by Dr. Matambabadzo’s presentation.

Joel Chrispo Dumba comes from the Republic of South Sudan, a newly born country which got its independence on July, 9th 2011 after being in a civil war which lasted for 21 years. He is an MA student of Social and Comparative Analysis in Education, Department of Administrative and Policy Studies, School of Education University of Pittsburgh.

Students will learn about international studies and study abroad opportunities and internationally oriented careers.

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The group "INVISBLE CHILDREN" will screen the documentary TONY - the film documents the life story of the young Ugandan boy. It follows his life for eight years marked by violence from from rebel groups like the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA). The story revolves around Africa's longest running war, where children are being kidnapped and turned into child soldiers by the LRA. The film will be followed by a presentation of personal stories and experiences from members of the frontline tour group. The Frontline Tour focuses on awareness and advocacy regarding the war.

Part of the African Studies Lecture Series, a presentation by Amy Stambach, a professor of Educational Policy Studies & Anthropology at University of Wisconsin-Madison. The topic of her presentation is GOD SPENDS MOST OF HIS TIME IN AFRICA: RELIGION, EDUCATION, AND THE INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL ECONOMY

Senior Nina Weaver will defend her thesis for the Bachelor of Philosophy- International Area Studies-Global Studies track

This forum provides opportunities for students in the program to share their research as well as seek constructive feedback from peers, faculty and staff. Active participation and conversation centered on the issues as they relate to Africa in global context is encouraged. We will select the two best undergraduate and two best graduate proposal submissions for presentation. The four students will host a panel presentation. Please join us to discuss the students' work and provide them with constructive feedback and encouragement for their work.

A lecture presentation by Dr. Joshua Kivuva, Senior Lecturer at the University of Nairobi and alumnus of the University of Pittsburgh, Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA).

Part of the African Studies Lecture Series, a presentation by Amy Stambach, a professor of Educational Policy Studies & Anthropology at University of Wisconsin-Madison. The topic of her presentation is GOD SPENDS MOST OF HIS TIME IN AFRICA: RELIGION, EDUCATION, AND THE INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL ECONOMY