Global Studies Center

Synonyms: 
GSC
Global Studies

The Nexus of Global Climate Change and Energy: Transatlantic Perspectives

Date: 
Thu, 03/31/2011 - 13:30 to 16:00

In this 2011 Jean Monnet Symposium, Alexander Carius, Stanley Kabala, Joseph Marriott and Edward Rubin will discuss transatlantic perspectives on climate change and energy, both from a scientific and technological perspective and regarding the policy implications. A reception will follow the panel presentation.

Location: 
Alcoa Room, 2nd floor of the School of Law
Contact Person: 
Thomas Allen
Contact Phone: 
(412) 624-5404

The Unpredictable Present: Insight from Cairo

Date: 
Wed, 03/30/2011 - 14:30 to 15:30

Pitt Sociology professor Dr. Mohammed Bamyeh is on sabbatical, only blocks from Tahrir Square. Via live video stream, Dr. Bamyeh will share

-his firsthand insights on Egypt's January 25 revolution;

-word on the Cairo street about civil war in Libya;

-how the social fabric of Egyptians has been affected by recent events.

Location: 
4130 Posvar Hall
Contact Person: 
Global Studies Center

Pink Saris

Date: 
Fri, 03/25/2011 - 19:30

In accordance with Carnegie Mellon's 2011 International Film Festival theme, 'Faces of Migration,' CMU presents 'Pink Saris'

Location: 
Kelly-Strayhorn Theater
Cost: 
Regular Admission: $7/$4 Student
Contact Person: 
Jolanta Lion
Contact Phone: 
(412) 445-6292

The Battle for Pakistan and Come to My Country: Journeys with Kabir and Friends

Date: 
Fri, 03/25/2011 - 19:00

Part of the Travelling Film South Asia: A Documentary Film Series from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka

The Battle for Pakistan

Do extremism and madrassas converge?

Come to My Country: Journeys with Kabir and Friends

Unlikely bonds in quest for Kabir's 'country.'

Location: 
1700 Posvar Hall
Contact Person: 
Neepa Majumdar

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