Asian Studies Center

Synonyms: 
ASC
Asian Studies

Korea-China Relations and China's Northeast Asia Project

Presenter: 
Dr. Wonyoup Lee
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Fri, 10/25/2024 - 15:00

This talk will analyze the various parts of China’s “Northeast Asia Project” and its role in the structure of Korea-China relations. The Northeast Asia project was a scholarly project conducted by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences on the history of the region. It views the region as a unified multiethnic Chinese state and provides the historical basis for current regional relations. 

Location: 
4130 Posvar Hall

2024 AIU Social Studies Symposium. A Confluence of Concepts!

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Mon, 10/14/2024 - 08:00

The 2024 AIU Social Studies Symposium with the theme “A Confluence of Concepts “is geared toward K-12 Social Studies educators. The event brings together teachers from western Pennsylvania to share resources, opportunities, and research for the benefit of students. The conference features 35-minute PowerTalk’s from educators, curriculum providers and community organizations to stimulate thinking about the best ways to engage students in learning historical thinking concepts.

Location: 
Allegheny Intermediate Unit
Contact Person: 
Veronica Dristas
Contact Email: 
dristas@pitt.edu

Global Migrations: Political, Economic, and Climatic Changes Faculty PD Conference

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Fri, 11/08/2024 - 08:30 to 15:30

Please join us on Friday, November 8, 2024 from 8:30 am-3:30 pm ET for this FREE online faculty professional development conference that will explore the topic of migration today through the lens of politics, economics, and climatic changes. The day's schedule will be comprised of four presenters who will each address the topic through different globally thematic and regional perspectives. A Zoom meeting link will be emailed to registrants one week before the conference and again the day before the conference.

Contact Person: 
Global Studies Center
Contact Phone: 
412-648-5085
Contact Email: 
global@pitt.edu

Global Partnership: A New Frontier of Japan-US Relationship with Ambassador Mikio Mori

Presenter: 
Ambassador Mikio Mori
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Thu, 10/17/2024 - 15:30

“The U.S.-Japan Alliance has reached unprecedented heights “. This was clearly stated in the Joint Leaders Statement released this past April. Cooperation between the two countries has never been so necessary, not only from bi-lateral perspective, but also from global point of view. Ukrainian crisis, the situation in Middle East, successive missile launches by North Korea, unilateral attempts to change the status quo - these are all urgent issues that must be addressed by Japan and the United States.

Location: 
University Club Ballroom A

CESR Speaker Series: Professor Lok Siu

Subtitle: 
Chifa: How Chinese Food Became Peru's National Treasure
Presenter: 
Professor Lok Siu
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Fri, 10/04/2024 - 14:30 to 16:00

Chifas, or Peruvian Chinese food and restaurants, are ubiquitous throughout South America, a region with the largest population of ethnic Chinese in the American hemisphere. They first

Location: 
4130 Posvar Hall
Contact Person: 
Center for Ethnic Studies Research
Contact Email: 
cesr@pitt.edu

Fall 2024 Global Distinction Drop-In Hours

Presenter: 
Molly McSweeney
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Tue, 10/08/2024 - 12:00 to 13:00

Attention: Undergraduate students! Are you looking to gain experience that will help prepare you for a globally-connected job market? Stop by Drop-In Hours to learn more about getting the Global Distinction added to your academic transcript, receiving special recognition at graduation, and standing out to prospective employers!

Location: 
Global Hub
Contact Person: 
Molly McSweeney
Contact Email: 
mcm206@pitt.edu

Fall 2024 Global Distinction Drop-In Hours

Presenter: 
Molly McSweeney
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Tue, 10/01/2024 - 12:00 to 13:00

Attention: Undergraduate students! Are you looking to gain experience that will help prepare you for a globally-connected job market? Stop by Drop-In Hours to learn more about getting the Global Distinction added to your academic transcript, receiving special recognition at graduation, and standing out to prospective employers!

Location: 
Global Hub
Contact Person: 
Molly McSweeney
Contact Email: 
mcm206@pitt.edu

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

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