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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

Come practice your conversational Slovak with your classmates.

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 University Center for International Studies for its first event in the Fall 2024 mini-series "Unpacking the Buzzwords." This mini-series is the continuation of a Spring 2024 Year of Discourse and Dialogue initiative, and this semester, is made possible by a mini-grant from the University of Pittsburgh Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. During this event, we will reflect on the question, "What is Decolonization, Anyway?" as we hear from Dr. Sera Mathews, Director of Equitable and Inclusive Teaching at the University Center for Teaching and Learning.

Decolonization is a frequently discussed concept in higher education. Yet, there remains uncertainty about what it truly entails and how it can be intentionally applied to reimagine Eurocentric classrooms and curricula. This interactive session provides a space for meaningful dialogue and strategy building, enabling participants to engage with decolonization ideas authentically. The goal is to collaboratively develop a shared vocabulary that can be used to advance decolonization in teaching and learning.

Come practice your conversational Hungarian with fellow students!

Join the French Club on Tuesdays and Wednesdays during Fall semester for conversational meetings and to practice French speaking and listening skills and create a francophone community on campus!

French Club at Pitt will meet twice weekly, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, during Fall 2024, EXCEPT on Tuesday, October 1 and November 6.

Join the German Club on Wednesdays during Fall semester to practice speaking German and learn about German culture!

German Club at Pitt will meet on Wednesdays during Fall 2024, EXCEPT on Wednesday, October 1.