World Affairs Institute Dinner:
Iran and the World: What Kind of Future?

November 9, 2005

An Informal Community Dinner With Our Institute Speakers   
On The Eve Of The 35th Annual World Affairs Institute

Mohsen Sazegara
A front row seat on 25 years of the Iranian Revolution …
Founded Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (1979); held several senior government posts (1980s); joined reform movement (1989); sought presidency (2001); arrested (2003); released after hunger strikes (2004); now Visiting Scholar, Yale University; formerly Fellow, Washington Institute for Near East Policy.

Henry Precht
A front row seat on U.S. policy toward Iran before and after the Iranian Revolution …
Career diplomat with extensive service in the Middle East, including Tehran (1972-1976) and as Country Director for Iran during the revolution and hostage crisis (1976-1981); author.

Dr. Mehrdad Mashayekhi
An informed perspective on the changing Iranian political culture …
Sociologist; Visiting Professor, Georgetown University; co-editor, Iran: Political Culture in the Islamic Republic; author, “A New Era for Iran’s Democracy,”  www.openDemocracy.net.

The World Affairs Institute is a day-long conference for over 375 high school students and educators from Western Pennsylvania & Eastern Ohio cosponsored by the World Affairs Council & Rotary International.

**Reservations please by November 7 – no refund for cancellations after that date**

World Affairs Institute Dinner

Mohsen Sazegara
Henry Precht
Dr. Mehrdad Mashayekhi

Luncheon Discussion Group:
India in the 21st Century

August 31, 2005

This lunchehon is now full. To be added to the waitlist, please call 412-281-7970 or send an email to programs@worldaffairspittsburgh.org.

The world's largest democracy and second most populous country has emerged as a major power in the world, with one of the world’s fastest growing economies.  India is also a nuclear weapons state in one of the most volatile regions on the globe.

How will India adjust to its new role on the world stage?  As India’s global prominence increases, how will India’s relations with the United States develop?  What will be the impact on the global marketplace, on trade, and cooperation in the fight against terrorism?  What are the prospects for a stable peace between India and Pakistan?

Ambassador Ronen Sen has served as India’s Ambassador to Mexico, Russia, and Germany, as well as High Commissioner to the United Kingdom.  In addition, he was Joint Secretary in the Indian Ministry of External Affairs as well as Joint Secretary to the Prime Minister of India, responsible for Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Science & Technology.  He has been India’s Ambassador to the United States since August 2004.

Luncheon Discussion Group

His Excellency Ronen Sen
Ambassador of India to the United States

Politics, Economics, and Business in Brazil: Views from the Inside

July 26, 2005

For the second year in a row, the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh joins with the International Business Center and the Center for Latin American Studies of the University of Pittsburgh to present a special panel discussion on the changing political and economic landscape in Brazil and its impact on the business climate.

Joining us from the University of Pittsburgh’s Executive MBA program (EMBA Worldwide) in São Paulo are three managers of multi-national and Brazilian companies and Professor James Craft, expert on Latin America, who will share their insider views on doing business in the region.

This event is brought to you in cooperation with the EMBA Worldwide Program and the Katz Graduate School of Business.

Global Business Dialogue

Fabio Bouchinhas
Relationship Marketing Manager
SKY Brazil

James A. Craft
Professor, EMBA Worldwide
Katz Graduate School of Business
University of Pittsburgh

Alexandre De Goody
Fiscal Representative
Financial Secretariat of the State of São Paulo

Andrea Salzano
Low Income Consumers Unit
Latin America Manager
Unilever of Brazil

Summer Institute for Teachers: Teaching Contemporary Issues
June 28-30, 2005

June 28, 2005

WHO
Secondary social studies teachers and education coordinators.

WHAT
A three-day workshop combining presentations on contemporary world affairs, small group problem solving exercises, and lesson-planning sessions with direct application to your curriculum.

WHY

• The world is changing rapidly.
• Textbooks cannot keep up.
• This course will provide an update on important international issues, help you develop a framework for critical thinking and problem-solving, and facilitate the creation of lesson plans and materials.

PROPOSED TOPICS

• Globalization: Where Do We Go From Here?
• China: Potential Superpower?
• Africa: What Kind of Future?

QUESTIONS?
Contact Annie Prucey, Education Director, World Affairs Council, at 412-281-7028 or annie@worldaffairspittsburgh.org

School Outreach

GlobalPittsburgh and World Affairs Council Night at PNC Park

June 6, 2005

Come to the ballpark in support of GlobalPittsburgh and the World Affairs Council and receive a discount on the tickets you purchase

• Receive $2 off any $9-$27 ticket
• Orders can only be taken by phone or through mail
• Orders must be received at least 1 week before the game

To order tickets by phone call Evan Uffelman at 412-325-4496 or call 1-800-buy-bucs. Or download the PDF below to mail in credit card or check payments.

Global Pittsburgh Network

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Baltimore Orioles