European Studies Center

Synonyms: 
CWES
ESC

The EU's Security and Defense Partnerships in a World in Transition

Subtitle: 
European Security: A European Studies Seminar
Presenter: 
Joachim A. Koops
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Thu, 03/28/2024 - 15:00 to 17:00

This seminar will provide an overview of the historical, legal, institutional, and policy dimensions of the EU’s evolution as an international security actor. It will examine the development
of the EU’s Common Security and Defense Policy (CSDP) and will analyze the EU’s partnerships with core strategic partners, as well as the EU’s inter-organizational cooperation with the UN and NATO in the context of rising geopolitical rivalries. This will also include the impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, shifting international alliances, and the future of European strategic

Location: 
4419 Posvar Hall

Global Distinction Drop-In Hours

Presenter: 
Molly McSweeney
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Tue, 04/02/2024 - 15:30 to 16:30

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

Talk Time – English Conversation Hour

Presenter: 
Rob Mucklo
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Mon, 04/01/2024 - 15:30 to 16:30

Come meet international students, make friends, practice conversational English, and have fun together, during these weekly discussion groups coordinated by the English Language Institute. Feel free to bring your lunch :)

Location: 
Global Hub
Contact Person: 
Rob Mucklo
Contact Email: 
rob.mucklo@pitt.edu

International Culture Day

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Thu, 02/29/2024 - 17:27

The International Night at Lincoln School was lively, with around 200-250 people attending, including 81 students who signed up via Google form. People from various countries, like Mexico, Japan, and Italy, brought delicious food to share. There was even a map where attendees could mark where they were from. It showed how diverse our community is. Also, we learned that 20.3% of Lincoln students qualify for free/reduced lunch, the highest in the district. Teachers at the Lincoln Elementary School thanked the University of Pittsburgh for its support.

Location: 
Lincoln Elementary School
Contact Person: 
Susan Ngbabare
Contact Phone: 
7405908115
Contact Email: 
smn63@pitt.edu

International Night

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Event Status: 
As Scheduled
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Date: 
Thu, 02/29/2024 - 17:27

The International Night at Lincoln School was a lively gathering, with around 200-250 people attending, including 81 students who signed up via Google form. People from various countries, like Mexico, Japan, and Italy, brought delicious food to share. The event showed how diverse the community is. Also, we learned that 20.3% of Lincoln students qualify for free/reduced lunch, the highest in the district.

Location: 
Lincoln Elementary School
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Global Distinction Drop-In Hours

Presenter: 
Molly McSweeney
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Tue, 03/26/2024 - 15:30 to 16:30

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

Talk Time – English Conversation Hour

Presenter: 
Rob Mucklo
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Mon, 03/25/2024 - 15:30 to 16:30

Come meet international students, make friends, practice conversational English, and have fun together, during these weekly discussion groups coordinated by the English Language Institute. Feel free to bring your lunch :)

Location: 
Global Hub
Contact Person: 
Rob Mucklo
Contact Email: 
rob.mucklo@pitt.edu

High School Euro Challenge Competition

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Tue, 03/19/2024 - 09:00 to 14:30

The Euro Challenge is a competition for high school students on European economic and monetary policy. It gives participants the opportunity to learn about the Euro, the single market, and other important concepts central to the European Union and macro/microeconomics.

The PA regional competition is hosted by the University of Pittsburgh, with generous support from Northgate High School who provided space for the event.

Location: 
100 South Jackson Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15202
Contact Person: 
Samantha Moik
Contact Email: 
smm302@pitt.edu

World Culture Day -Avella High School

Subtitle: 
Culture and Kiswahili Language
Presenter: 
Benedict Kachientano
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Tue, 05/21/2024 - 10:00 to 14:00

World Culture Day at Avella Sr/Jr High School took place on Wednesday, May 21, with a focus on celebrating cultural diversity and global awareness. Five Outreach Engagement Coordinators from the University of Pittsburgh participated in the event, which featured various activities designed to showcase different cultures from around the world. The coordinators engaged approximately 200-250 students through interactive games, performances, presentations, and other cultural activities.

Location: 
Avella High School
Contact Person: 
Susan Ngbabare
Contact Phone: 
7405908115
Contact Email: 
smn63@pitt.edu

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