Global Studies Center

Synonyms: 
GSC
Global Studies

Providing Health Services in Complex Humanitarian Emergencies

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Tue, 04/02/2024 - 14:30

Natural disasters, civil unrest, open conflict, and other unstable situations create challenges for healthcare providers. Clinicians and support personnel face potentially dangerous conditions as they provide physical and mental health care services to communities where authority and infrastructure have broken down. A diverse panel of speakers will describe their experiences addressing healthcare provision during complex humanitarian emergencies in Ukraine, Haiti, and Gaza.

Location: 
105 David Lawrence Hall

I'M SORRY, I DON'T UNDERSTANDING

Subtitle: 
Presenter: 
Olena Boryshpolets and Anouar Rahmani
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
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Date: 
Mon, 03/25/2024 - 19:00 to 20:30

Olena Boryshpolets (PiNTS Scholar) and Anouar Rahmani have written and produced (and act in) their original play, I'm Sorry, I Don't Understanding. Performed in multiple languages, the play tells the story of a Ukrainian woman and an Algerian man who arrive in Pittsburgh and accidentally become neighbors, but live their pain in solitude. One day they realize that in order to move on, it is vital for them to tell each other their stories.

Location: 
Alphabet City, 40 W. North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Cost: 
Free
Contact Person: 
City of Asylum
Contact Phone: 
Contact Email: 

UCIS EAB Meet & Greet

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Wed, 05/08/2024 - 17:00 to 18:30

This event is an opportunity for the UCIS EAB members, our many UCIS partners, and UCIS staff to mingle, connect, and share programming opportunities, partnerships and updates.

Location: 
Global Hub

Global Distinction Drop-In Hours

Presenter: 
Molly McSweeney
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Tue, 03/19/2024 - 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

Global Distinction Drop-In Hours

Subtitle: 
Presenter: 
Molly McSweeney
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Security Notice: Event Changed: 

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
Cost: 
Contact Person: 
Molly McSweeney
Contact Phone: 
Contact Email: 
mcm206@pitt.edu

Truth, Misinformation, and Technology in World History

Subtitle: 
A teacher’s workshop hosted by the Alliance for Learning in World History at the University of Pittsburgh
Presenter: 
Roopika Risam, Dartmouth University; Elise Silva, University of Pittsburgh; Annette Vee, University of Pittsburgh
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
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Date: 
Sat, 06/01/2024 - 10:30 to 16:00

The Alliance for Learning in World History is thrilled to announce its call for applications for “Truth, Misinformation, and Technology in World History” a one-day virtual professional development workshop held on Saturday, June 1 from 10:30am-4:00pm Eastern. The ALWH welcomes applications from educators at all levels who would like to explore how to teach and talk about “Truth, Misinformation, and Technology” in a world historical context in their classroom. The theme of is intended to include the widest range of topics and geographic locales.

Location: 
On Zoom
Cost: 
Contact Person: 
Maja Konitzer
Contact Phone: 
Contact Email: 
majab@pitt.edu

International Careers Networking & Mentoring

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Tue, 03/19/2024 - 11:00

If you are interested in an international career, come join former and current government professionals to learn more about the range of opportunities available to early-career individuals! Panelists will talk about their career journeys followed by small breakout groups where students can ask questions and gain mentorship. Refreshments will be served.

Panelists:

Location: 
William Pitt Union Dining Room A

UCIS Graduation Ceremony & Reception

Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Date: 
Thu, 04/25/2024 - 14:00

The University Center for International Studies cordially invites students graduating in Spring and Summer 2024 to celebrate their academic achievements and receive their credentials at the University Center for International Studies’ Graduation Ceremony in the Charity Randall Theater followed by a reception in the Cathedral Commons Room.

Location: 
Charity Randall Theater
Contact Person: 
Laura Daversa
Contact Email: 
Laura.Daversa@pitt.edu

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