Events in UCIS

Thursday, October 22

5:00 pm Exhibit
2026 NRIEP Scholarship Awardees Poster Showcase
Location:
Alumni Hall, Connolly Ballroom
Sponsored by:
Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs
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Come and learn about undergraduate and graduate students about their global learning experiences abroad in the summer!
The Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs 2026 Scholarship Awardee Poster Showcase will be held on Tuesday, October 22 from 5-6:30 pm in the Connolly Ballroom in Alumni Hall. Come join undergraduate and graduate students to learn about their global learning experiences abroad in the summer.
The NRIEP Scholarship Program is nearly sixty years old and supports study abroad, internships, independent research and experiential learning for Pitt students around the world.

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6:00 pm Teacher Training
Global Issues Through Literature Re-Centering Narratives: Indigenous and Island Peoples "Saints of the Household" by Ari Tiso
Location:
via Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Ethnic Studies Research, Center for Latin American Studies and Global Studies Center
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2026 - 2027 Series
Re-Centering Narratives: Indigenous and Island Peoples

This professional development workshop series is designed for K-12 educators seeking to deepen their understanding of global issues through literature. This year, we will explore the theme of "Re-Centering Narratives: Indigenous and Island Peoples." Through global and regional perspectives, we will discuss narratives of Indigenous and Island Peoples, whose identities, spaces, and lived experiences are informed by global phenomena such as migration and displacement, economic and political struggles, environmental issues, human rights, and human conditions. By exploring compelling stories from diverse cultural perspectives, educators will gain insights into the complexities of this theme, its impact on individuals and communities, and how to engage students in meaningful discussions around these topics.

Each session features a carefully selected book, paired with historically contextualized presentations, interactive discussions, teaching strategies, and cross-disciplinary activities to inspire classroom implementation.

Sessions this year will take place virtually on Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (ET). Three Act 48 credit hours (for PA educators) and a copy of the book are provided for each session.