Events in UCIS

Friday, October 24

11:00 am Festival
Dietrich Global Programs Summer Showcase
Location:
William Pitt Union Ballroom
Sponsored by:
Global Experiences Office
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Are you interested in learning more about Pitt's Summer 2026 study abroad opportunities? Stop by the William Pitt Union Ballroom on Friday, October 24th between 11am and 2pm to speak with Pitt Global Experiences staff, program faculty, and past student participants about your interests and options!

*This event is open to all students*

5:00 pm Seminar
Technology, Humanity, and Social Justice: Education & Work
Location:
Zoom
Sponsored by:
Global Studies Center
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As humans rely more and more on electronic devices to support their everyday activities, there are ever present warnings about the impacts such reliance has on human autonomy ranging from who owns and controls information networks, the inequitable impact of technology consumption on peoples and places, varying accessibility of technology around the globe, and the promises and limitations of technology in improving human health.

In Fall 2025, the focus will be on the impact technology has on the future of schooling and work. This will include a discussion as to how technology can improve the efficiency and safety of the workforce through automation while also creating further divides between those who have educational access and those who do not. The effects of technology on education and the common language of the world, including how it impacts native languages and cultures, will also be discussed