Gaming all night is fun but what about the energy consumption? How is the German gaming industry responding to climate change both in game design and beyond?
Light Refreshments will be served
The history of the Soviet economy is of central importance to how scholars and activists understand the fate of state socialism in the twentieth century and how scholars and diplomats understand contemporary security concerns in Eurasia and in Europe. For the former, state socialism's failure to fulfill its liberatory promises casts doubt on any project that aims to free humanity from the burden of commodified labor and the class relations to which it gives rise. Dr.
Join historian and sociologist Carole Reynaud-Paligot for a compelling discussion on the paradox of racism. Specializing in the history of ideas, race, and identity in Western societies, Ms. Reynaud-Paligot holds a doctorate from EHESS and has authored several influential works, including Parcours politique des surréalistes 1919-1969, De l'identité nationale, and L'Ecole aux colonies. Dr. Reynaud-Paligot will explore why racism persists despite the scientific invalidation of the concept of "human races."
Join the International Student Peer Network for a professional Chinese Kun Opera group performance, storytelling, open discussion, and the opportunity to try on traditional costumes and makeup.
The Office of National Scholarships will be holding an information session
where we will discuss scholarships that pay for study abroad and language
study. Please join us to learn more about how to go overseas on a
scholarship!
Scholarships Covered:
- Boren Scholarship and Fellowship
- Critical Language Scholarship
- Gilman Scholarship
- Frederick Honors College Scholarships
- Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowships
Our fall semester meeting will share UCIS programs and opportunities for Educator Advisory Board members, their students, and networks. We will also hear from our advisory board members about their updates and programming and resources requests.
Join us for a screening of Sweet Dreams at Harris Theater, a darkly comedic and surreal exploration of colonial legacy in Indonesia. As the plantation owner’s death uncovers familial strife and colonial absurdities, the film delves into the complex relationships and power struggles within a sugar plantation. With its blend of malevolence and absurdity, Sweet Dreams critically examines how colonialism permeates and distorts every facet of life.
Moderator:
Erica Edwards, University of Pittsburgh
Jae-Jae Spoon, University of Pittsburgh
Panelists:
Tim Bale, Queen Mary University of London
Diane Bolet, University of Essex
Simon Hix, European University Institute
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!
