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Tag: Global Studies

  • Faculty note: Prof. Coury edits collection of essays

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    Sue Bodilly

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    Prof. David Coury (Humanities, German, and Global Studies) has co-edited with Prof Karolin Machtans (Connecticut College) a collection of essays on German-Iraqi writer Abbas Khider. This international volume with contributions from scholars in five countries is the first full-length study of this award-winning writer, whose novels have been praised for reflecting the experiences of refugees…

  • Global Studies announces in-person roundtable talks, Friday, Sept. 3

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    Sue Bodilly

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    Global Studies invites you to as they return to in-person roundtable talks (also streamed) on Friday, Sept. 3, 2021 at from 1 to 2:30 in Room 1965 of the University Union. Alex Noppe, U.S. Embassy in Tajikistan, will discuss general life and issues in Tajikistan, and then touch on what consular services and Embassy work…

  • UW-Green Bay students create podcast highlighting members of the Latino community

    UW-Green Bay students create podcast highlighting members of the Latino community

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    Sue Bodilly

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    See a problem. Solve the problem. See a need. Fill the need. That’s part of the Wisconsin Idea. It’s also what drove three compassionate, UW–Green Bay students to start a podcast highlighting members of Northeast Wisconsin’s Latino community. Kelly Lamas (Spanish, Social Work), Mario Huarota (Spanish Education) and Kory Brunette (Spanish) told an NBC26 reporter…

  • Regents announce outstanding UW System teachers for 2021 | Urban Milwaukee

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    Editorial Student

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    UW- Green Bay Recipients: Ekaterina (Katia) Levintova, Professor of Political Science and Global Studies, Department of Democracy and Justice Studies, UW-Green Bay. Dr. Levintova joined UW-Green Bay’s faculty in 2007 and teaches first-year seminars to upper-level political science courses. Her innovative, student-focused teaching blends discussion and lecture with simulations, such as asking students in upper-…

  • UWGB Model EU Club in national event

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    Sue Bodilly

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    UWGB Model EU Club is participating in the annual  Model EU conference at Indiana University-Bloomington (virtually). The seven member delegation representing Estonia consists of first-year students, graduating seniors, 2020 graduates, and transfer students. This is UWGB’s first time participating in this national event that brought 175 students from Universities in Texas, Florida, Illinois,  Indiana, NC…

  • Global Studies Roundtable: U.S – Saudi Relations, April 30

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    Join Fahad Nazer, official spokesperson for the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for a virtual discussion on Friday, April 30 from 1 to 2 p.m. At this roundtable, those interested will take a closer look at the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia U.S. Relations and the Vision 2030 Reforms. The event is FREE and open…

  • Global Studies Roundtable is Friday, April 30

    Global Studies Roundtable is Friday, April 30

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    Sue Bodilly

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    The next Global Studies Roundtable takes a closer look at the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, U.S. Relations and the Vision 2030 Reforms. The event is free and open to the public, Friday, April 30 at 1 p.m. Register here.

  • Professor Katia Levintova named co-director of the Center for Civic Engagement

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    Editorial Student

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    The Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) is delighted to announce Professor Katia Levintova as the new co-director of the Center. Levintova will be working alongside Prof. David Coury and Ashley Heath to manage and expand the CCE on campus and within the community. Levintova has been at UWGB since Fall 2007 and has extensive experience…

  • European Union discussion is available; next forum is Feb. 12

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    Sue Bodilly

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    Model European Union (EU) Club of UW-Green Bay invites everyone to its inaugural mini EU forum that concludes next Friday. First installment, is recorded and available. The next presentation is Friday, Feb. 12, 1 to 2 p.m., and will focus on the future of the EU as the questions about its future are posed by the…

  • Faculty note: Prof. Ortiz appointed to the Equal Rights Commission of the city of Green Bay

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    Sue Bodilly

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    UW-Green Bay Prof. Cristina Ortiz (Humanities, Global Studies and Spanish) has been appointed as a member of the Equal Rights Commission of the city of Green Bay. The Commission task is to monitor efforts to eliminate discrimination within city government and the Green Bay community. Ortiz’s appointment will expire on Feb. 1, 2023.