Asian Studies Center

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ASC
Asian Studies

Flourishing AAPI Communities and Beyond: Developing Cross-Cultural Awareness, Advocacy, and Alliance (7 CEs)

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Thu, 03/07/2024 - 08:30

8.30-9.00 am: Registration & Breakfast

9.00-9.30 am: Opening Remarks
Dean Elizabeth MZ Farmer, Ph.D.
Christina Babusci, LSW
School of Social Work, University of Pittsburgh

9.30-10.30 am: Keynote #1
Raciolized Trauma in AAPI Communities
Jessica Kim, LCSW
School of Social Policy & Practice
University of Pennsylvania

10.30- 11.00 am: Brief Session
On Suicide and Care:
Insights from South Korean Young Women
Jung Eun Kwon, MA
Department of Anthropology, University of Pittsburgh

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O'Hara Student Center Dining Room
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International Careers Networking & Mentoring

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Tue, 03/19/2024 - 11:00

If you are interested in an international career, come join former and current government professionals to learn more about the range of opportunities available to early-career individuals! Panelists will talk about their career journeys followed by small breakout groups where students can ask questions and gain mentorship. Refreshments will be served.

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Location: 
William Pitt Union Dining Room A

Framing the Future in a Computational Environment: the Discourse of Metaversa and AI in Contemporary China

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Kun Qian
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Wed, 03/06/2024 - 12:00

This lecture will discuss the phenomenon of Metaverse and AI fever in China. Whereas Metaverse attempts to create a virtual and mixed reality that expands our external environment, AI tries to create artificial intelligence that extends our internal consciousness. Both are about creating a world that will fundamentally change the way we engage with people and the world, prompting us to question who we are and what we will become.

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1219 Cathedral of Learning
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UCIS Graduation Ceremony & Reception

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Thu, 04/25/2024 - 14:00

The University Center for International Studies cordially invites students graduating in Spring and Summer 2024 to celebrate their academic achievements and receive their credentials at the University Center for International Studies’ Graduation Ceremony in the Charity Randall Theater followed by a reception in the Cathedral Commons Room.

Location: 
Charity Randall Theater
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Laura Daversa
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Laura.Daversa@pitt.edu

International Studies Digital Portfolio Workshops

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Thu, 04/18/2024 - 14:00

A Digital Portfolio (ePortfolio) is required for all students completing area or global studies certificates. The ePortfolio will help you synthesize your experiences inside and outside the classroom to demonstrate your understanding of world regions and global issues. You will also learn how to use the ePortfolio in future job and graduate school applications!

Location: 
A522 Public Health - Crabtree
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Krystal Marsh
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klm244@pitt.edu

International Studies Digital Portfolio Workshops

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Thu, 02/29/2024 - 14:00

A Digital Portfolio (ePortfolio) is required for all students completing area or global studies certificates. The ePortfolio will help you synthesize your experiences inside and outside the classroom to demonstrate your understanding of world regions and global issues. You will also learn how to use the ePortfolio in future job and graduate school applications!

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A522 Public Health - Crabtree
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Krystal Marsh
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klm244@pitt.edu

Banksville Elementary International Fair

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Thu, 02/22/2024 - 17:30 to 19:00

Celebration of cultures through crafts and food from various regions and cultures throughout the world. This festival will have 6 different rooms where children and their families, who are given "passports" when they arrive, visit to experience food and culture from the following regions: African countries; East Asian countries; South Asian countries; Middle Eastern and Mediterranean countries; North, South, and Central American countries; European countries.

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Banksville Elementary

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