"[These programs] offer township residents a personal window on the world. We look through this window through the eyes of the speakers who come to the township and discuss a broad range of subjects. Most of the speakers have studied the subject matter over a career in academia or lived the subject in a military career. The programs provide invaluable insights."
- George Dvorznak, Peters Township resident
Political Salon
North Korea, Smart Power, and Security Challenges in the Pacific Rim
February 13, 2012
How can the U.S. employ smart diplomacy to bolster stability in the Pacific rim? What is the future of the Korean Peninsula following the death of Kim Jong-Il? How can the United States work with its regional partners to ensure security in East Asia? Join us for a discussion of these issues with U.S. Army War College fellows with extensive experience in the region.
Literary Evenings
Monday Night Lecture Series
February 27, 2012
The World Affairs Council has partnered with Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures to welcome award-winning journalist and best-selling author Sebastian Junger to the Literary Evenings podium, where he’ll discuss WAR, a powerful on-the-ground account of combat, fear, and survival in the trenches of Afghanistan. Mr. Junger’s lecture will be followed by an audience Q&A as well as a book signing in the Carnegie Music Hall Foyer.
Community Series
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In cooperation with community partners, the Council provides expert speakers, varied panels, and timely discussions on current affairs through a variety of formats and venues. |
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Library Programs This series of community programs is designed to bring important international dialogue to the broader Pittsburgh community. Past program themes have included "The Global Poverty Gap," "Expanding Freedom and Promoting Democracy," and "International Security Challenges." Participating libraries include Peters Township Public Library, Mt. Lebanon Public Library, and Upper St. Clair Public Library. |
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Dr. Sky Foerster, Former President of the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh, presents to Mrs. Pier Lee, Director, Peters Township Public Library, and Mr. Lloyd E. Roessler, Chair, Peters Township Public Library Board of Directors a certificate thanking the Library for its outstanding partnership in promoting educational programs on world affairs in the Peters Township community. |
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Programs
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