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.
Upcoming Event
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Past Events
Event Date:September 5, 2013 – 3:30 PM to September 6, 2013 – 4:59 PM Location:Atkins Library, Halton Reading Room The U.S. and Chinese Political Economies in the New Century Former Washington bureau chief of Financial Times Richard McGregor has also served as the Beijing bureau chief, a Shanghai correspondent, and deputy editor of Financial Times […]
Event Date:April 3, 2013 – 3:30 PM to April 4, 2013 – 4:59 PM Location:Dale Halton Reading Room, Atkins Library The U.S.-Canada Relationship Stephen Brereton, Consul General of Canada to the U.S., will speak as part of the 5th Annual International Speaker Series. A career diplomat with a background in international trade policy, Brereton has […]
Event Date:January 24, 2013 – 3:30 PM to January 25, 2013 – 4:59 PM Location:Dale Halton Reading Room, Atkins Library The International Speaker Series continues with author and economist Dr. Philip Auerswald who will discuss ideas from his new book. “The Coming Prosperity: How Entrepreneurs are Transforming the Global Economy.” Auerswald is Associate Professor in […]