Asian Studies Center

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Asian Studies

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

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Presenter: 
Kun Qian
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Date: 
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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As Scheduled
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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
Contact Person: 
Laura Daversa
Contact Email: 
Laura.Daversa@pitt.edu

International Studies Digital Portfolio Workshops

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As Scheduled
Date: 
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
Contact Person: 
Krystal Marsh
Contact Email: 
klm244@pitt.edu

International Studies Digital Portfolio Workshops

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
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!

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

Banksville Elementary International Fair

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As Scheduled
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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.

Location: 
Banksville Elementary

Spring 2024 UCIS Digital Narrative Workshops

Presenter: 
Molly McSweeney
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Tue, 03/19/2024 - 17:00 to 19:00

Are you an undergraduate Pitt student planning to embark on a summer global experience? Join the Spring 2024 3-part UCIS Digital Narrative Workshop Series and create a short video to document your experience, which will be displayed on the big screen in the Global Hub!

3-part Workshop Series:
Workshop #1: Monday, February 26 | 5-8 pm | Posvar 4217
Workshop #2: Tuesday, March 5 | 5-8 pm | Posvar 4217
Workshop #3: Tuesday, March 19 | 5-7 pm | Global Hub (1st floor, Posvar Hall)

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

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