Dr. Urbansky discusses the challenges faced by Chinese immigrants during the late Tsarist Empire and early Soviet Union, highlighting the racial and cultural prejudices that fueled hostilities in urban settings. His analysis explores how these early interactions shaped the experiences and perceptions of Chinese communities in a rapidly changing socio-political landscape.
The Celebrate Africa Festival brings students, faculty, and staff together with the vibrant African diaspora community in Pittsburgh. There is food, song & dance, artisans, children's activities, and more! It is a wonderful opportunity to engage with the diversity of Africa and the Pittsburgh community, as well as network with local African organizations and businesses.
Find the full schedule of events and vendor list here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/africa/celebrate-africa-2024
Join us for a lecture and panel discussion exploring how science, technology, and human creativity offer hope in our fight against the climate crisis while underscoring the continuing need for collective action that drives meaningul, long-term change.
Special Guest:
Zealan Hoover, Senior Advisor to the EPA Administrator
Panelists:
Nicole Heller, Associate Curator of Anthropocene Studies , Carnegie Museum of Natural History
Tomas Matza, Director of Graduate Studies and Associate Professor, Department of Anthropology
Ruth Mostern, Associate Professor, Department of History
Light refreshments provided. Event open to all students, faculty, and staff - RSVP is required.
Join Brazil Nuts for weekly Bate Papo: Portuguese Language Hour in the Global Hub, every Monday at 5-6 pm during Fall 2024!
Free and open to the public
