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:January 18, 2017 – 3:30 PM to January 19, 2017 – 4:59 PM Location:Student Union Theater International Speaker Series: Political Challenges and Opportunities in the Middle East Join us in welcoming Ambassador Thomas R. Pickering and Dr. Jim Walsh for the first panel-style installment of the International Speaker Series. Ambassador Pickering holds the rank […]
Event Date:December 1, 2016 – 3:00 PM to December 2, 2016 – 4:59 PM Location:Atkins Library, Halton Reading Room Having served at the highest levels of the Federal Government, in Congress and as the 24th U.S Secretary of Defense, Secretary Hagel will share his perspectives on current and past U.S. foreign policy, the direction of […]
Event Date:October 18, 2016 – 3:30 PM to October 19, 2016 – 4:59 PM Location:Atkins Library, Halton Reading Room Talmage Boston is an expert lawyer, historian, and author who has written numerous legal and history texts, including his newest book, Cross-Examining History: A Lawyer Gets Answers From the Experts About Our Presidents. In his presentation, […]