International Speaker Series
The International Speaker Series at UNC Charlotte is a long-standing initiative that offers the campus community an opportunity to hear from internationally renowned experts in various fields. The speakers discuss topics that range from economics, to globalization, to foreign policy. Consequently, attending an International Speaker Series event provides a platform to stay current on pertinent topics. This initiative is a joint effort, co-sponsored by the: Office of International Programs, World Affairs Council of Charlotte, and Atkins Library.
If you plan to attend, please complete the pre-registration form.
Faculty who want to participate are requested to indicate if they are attending with a class and/or need arrangements for an extra credit sign-in sheet at the event’s welcome desk.
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Past Events
Event Date:April 8, 2016 – 3:30 PM to April 9, 2016 – 4:59 PM Location:Atkins Library, Halton Reading Room H.E. Arun K. Singh was appointed to his position as Ambassador of India to the United States by the Ministry of External Affairs of India on March 8th, 2015. Prior to this role, he served in […]
Event Date:February 11, 2016 – 3:30 PM to February 12, 2016 – 4:59 PM Location:Atkins Library, Halton Reading Room Robert Walker is the President of the Population Institute. Walker will share his insights into the consequences of rapid population growth around the globe, and its impact on the poorest and hungriest countries. As competition for […]
Event Date:December 3, 2015 – 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM Location:Atkins Library, Halton Reading Room Matthew Bishop is the Senior Editor and former Globalization Editor of The Economist. Bishop will provide insight regarding the historical context behind the current global economic challenges and the importance of impact investing and social entrepreneurship in the global economy. […]