Sean Wolfgang, senior cybersecurity intelligence analyst at the National Cyber-Forensic and Training Alliance (NCFTA), is coming to the University of Pittsburgh to discuss transatlantic issues of cybersecurity and cooperation. Additionally, Sean will provide relevant details on careers in cybersecurity and how the field of study is evolving.

Bart W. Édes, the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB’s) Representative in North America since October 2017, is coming to the University of Pittsburgh to discuss careers, fellowships and more exciting opportunities with the Asian Development Bank. In his current role, Bart mobilizes financing for ADB’s developing member countries; shares development knowledge and experience; establishes and deepens partnerships with public, private and nonprofit organizations in North America; and raises public awareness of ADB in Canada and the United States.

John Torpey will be discussing the new edition of his book The Invention of the Passport. Dr. Torpey is Professor
of Sociology and History and Director of the Ralph Bunche Institute for International Studies, CUNY.

A required informational meeting for all undergraduate students enrolled in GSC. Information presented will include opportunities about pop-up courses, careers and important dates, student clubs, and more. After the brief presentation, stick around for a student meet and greet and enjoy some tasty snacks. Special prizes awarded too!

John Torpey will be discussing the new edition of his book The Invention of the Passport. Dr. Torpey is Professor of Sociology and History and Director of the Ralph Bunche Institute for International Studies, CUNY.

Natalie Koch, Associate Professor of Geography, Syracuse University. Why do autocrats build spectacular new capital cities? Dr. Koch considers how autocratic rulers use "spectacular" projects to shape state-society relations, but rather than focus on the standard approach - on the project itself - she considers the unspectacular "others." The contrasting views of those from the poorest regions toward these new national capitals help her develop a geographic approach to spectacle.

UHC will host an information session on Boren and Critical Language Scholarship Tuesday, October 16., October 16 @ 5 PM,

Jessica Dimka Visiting Assistant Professor Department of Anthropology, University of Pittsburgh

The Global Affairs Club is going to present "What is the deal with our National Intelligence Agencies?" Come learn about the increasing divide between our national intelligence agencies and our Executive government. The discussion will be led by Julia M. Santucci, Senior Lecturer in Intelligence Studies, who has over a decade of experience in national security and foreign policy positions. Come to discuss the implications and future of our intelligence agencies in a system that does not necessarily give them presidential support. Snacks and refreshments provided.

Book Discussion and Free Lecture Tickets!

The University of Pittsburgh’s Global Studies Center is partnering with Pittsburgh Arts and Lectures’ Ten Evenings lecture series, to host book discussions of the recent works of Ten Evenings authors prior to their public lectures at the Carnegie Music Hall. These discussions, led by local faculty, will focus on how authors’ works of fiction and non-fiction help us to understand global processes and the connections, disruptions, inequalities, and opportunities they create.