JOIN US FOR AN ONLINE PUPPET JAM! Come hang out with other creatives via Zoom to watch a short film by Isaac Kerlow who uses shadow puppet techniques and computer simulation in SHADOWS. Then create your own shadow puppet theater, while sharing ideas and showing off your favorite creations with new friends.This casual workshop session is for puppet enthusiasts ages 10-13 who want to connect with other puppet makers, story tellers, and creatives. All materials are included in registration and will be available for pick up at the Chidren’s Museum of Pittsburgh.

Join the Center for Russian, East European & Eurasian Studies and the Asian Studies Center for a demonstration and tasting of Japanese green teas. We will discuss tea in the context of regional conflicts, starting with the Russo-Japanese war, and guide the audience in the proper brewing techniques.

REGISTER for the Zoom event here: https://pitt.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIsdeqtpzMvGtPgzq853StKB1QxhqP3exHN

Religious activity is a central feature of social life in contemporary Taiwan, a condition with deep historical roots. In fact, these sorts of performances of belief contributed to the construction of modern Taiwanese identities as religion became a contested field of action following Taiwan’s colonization by Japan in 1895, and its recolonization by the Republic of China in 1945. In this talk, drawn from his book Becoming Taiwanese: Ethnogenesis in a Colonial City, 1880s-1950s (Harvard Asia Center, 2019), Dr.

This reading group for educators explores literary texts from a global perspective. Content specialists present the work and its context, and together we brainstorm innovative pedagogical practices for incorporating the text and its themes into the curriculum. Sessions this year will take place virtually on Thursday evenings from 5-7:30 PM. Books and Act 48 credit are provided.

Join renowned investor, philanthropist, and New York Times best-selling author Ray Dalio for a discussion of today's most important issues, and the critical roles the United States and China play in an era of rapid global change, at the 14th annual CHINA Town Hall Keynote on Tuesday, November 10 at 7:00 p.m. EST.

Become inspired to make a difference. Join us for a free special screening of Girl Rising, a documentary film about the transformative power of education in the lives of girls around the world.

From Academy Award-nominated director Richard E. Robbins, Girl Rising follows nine unforgettable girls living in the developing world who confront tremendous challenges and overcome nearly impossible odds to pursue their dreams.

The screening will be followed by a discussion with Peace Corps Regional Recruiter Ryan Stannard.

7:00 PM: An introduction with Grand Prize winner Tokachi Tsuchiya and a screening of his film An Ant Strikes Back (2019)

9:00 PM A conversation with Tokachi Tsuchiya about his award winning film

All events will be screened live on vimeo: https://vimeo.com/event/227238

https://www.jdfa.pitt.edu/2020-screening-schedule

7:00 PM: An introduction with Honorable Mention winner Nanako Hirose and a screening of her film Book-Paper-Scissors (2019)

9:00 PM A conversation with Nanako Hirose about her award winning film

All events will be screened live on vimeo: https://vimeo.com/event/227238

https://www.jdfa.pitt.edu/2020-screening-schedule

6:30 PM: An introduction and screening of Soda Kazuhiro's Oyster Factory (2015)

9:30PM : A conversation with Soda Kazuhiro

All events will be screened live on video: https://vimeo.com/event/227238

Learn how to sign up for your Pitt Commons profile, the benefits of using this networking platform, and how to apply for our new International Careers Mentoring Program.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3bWdwPN