Events in UCIS

Thursday, April 15

3:00 pm Information Session
Global Career Insights: Michael Hassett, PhD
Location:
Posvar, UCIS 4130
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center, Center for Ethnic Studies Research, Center for African Studies, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, Director's Office, European Studies Center, Global Studies Center, Global Hub, Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs, Office of International Services, Global Experiences Office and UCIS Engagement
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Hear from Dr. Michael Hassett, Strategic Resource Analyst at NOAA, co-founder of Friends of Tonga, and former Peace Corps volunteer. Drawing on his experience in the U.S. government, nonprofit sector, and international development, Dr. Hassett will share insights into building a globally focused career and finding opportunities across government, NGOs, and other sectors.

6:00 pm Teacher Training
Global Issues Through Literature Re-Centering Narratives: Indigenous and Island Peoples "The Island of Sea Women" by Lisa See
Location:
via Zoom
Conection Link:
https://www.global.pitt.edu/gsc/engagement/k-12-educator-opportunities/global-is…
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center, Global Studies Center and National Consortium on Teaching About Asia
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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.