This professional development workshop series is designed for K-12 educators seeking to deepen their understanding of global issues through literature. This year, we will explore the theme of “The U.S. in the World.” Through global and regional perspectives, we will discuss narratives of a “Global United States,” where the U.S. role in the world and its relationship with other countries and regions is informed by transnational narratives and dialogues shaped by global trends such as migration, environmental issues, human rights, and human conditions.

The Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs, along with the Asian Studies Center and Indian Nationality Room Committee celebrate "India Day 2025: Incredible India!"

Attractions include dance, music, food, henna, clothes and jewelry for purchase, raffles, and kite flying!

Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 12:00pm until 4:00pm, in the Commons Room of the Cathedral of Learning.

Admission is open to the public and free of charge!

For questions, please reach out to pittindianroom@gmail.com

NURSE UNSEEN explores the little-known history and humanity of the unsung Filipino nurses who risked their lives on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic while facing a resurgence of anti-Asian hate in the streets.

The Center for African Studies (CAS), in collaboration with five other Title VI centers under the University Center for International Studies (UCIS), coordinated a dynamic in-school workshop program for 187 students at Environmental Charter High School. Themed “Global Perspectives: Exploring Traditions, Celebrations, and Cultural Understanding,” the event featured five interactive, concurrent sessions, each offered twice to allow students to engage with multiple cultural experiences.

By using a global perspective, this educator workshop will introduce participants to the economic, political, and social history of Taiwan through the following topics:
1. Taiwan's Indigenous and Marginalized Peoples
2. Early Taiwan and Global Trade Networks
3. Taiwan Miracle
4. Modern Taiwan

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

Dr. Grace Ji-Sun Kim is Professor of Theology at Earlham College. She has written or edited two dozen books, many of which converge on the themes of race, gender, and religion. Some of her most recent books include When God Became White: Dismantling Whiteness for a More Just Christianity; lntersectional Theology: An Introductory Guide (with Susan Shaw); and Invisible: Theology and the Experience of Asian American Women. 

Are you an international student at Pitt looking to connect, or interested in connecting with international students? Stop by the Nook in the Global Hub on Tuesdays, between 2 and 4 pm during Spring semester, to chat with OIS Outreach Coordinator Zharia White from the Office of International Services!