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Highlights of conferences and events hosted by the Center for Global Education.
+ - International Education Week - November 2019
Chapman's annual International Education Week was November 18-22. The Center for Global Education partnered with student organizations and departments on campus to host various events, speakers, film screenings, discussions, and activities for the Chapman community to explore the importance and relevance of international and cross-cultural education at Chapman!
Check out the winners of the Center for Global Education Photo Contest on display in the Student Union for November!
Global Fest: 11:30-1:00 p.m., Attallah Piazza. The kick-off event to Chapman's annual International Education Week! International and domestic students will participate in an international flag procession followed by cultural performances representing the Chapman community. Student clubs and organizations will be tabling. Free food served! Co-sponsored by the Center for Global Education, Residence Life & First-Year Experience, Office of Admission, and Chapman University Student Government Association.
Fellowship and Scholarship Open House: 2-4:30 p..m, 415 East Walnut Avenue. Drop by the Center for Undergraduate Excellence to explore the many prestigious international and domestic scholarship and fellowship programs available such as Fulbright, Critical Language Scholarships, Boren, and more to support your research and continuing graduate-level advancement.
SAY CHEESE!! 5-6:00 p.m., Cross-Cultural Center (AF 304). Learn and taste French cheeses! Co-sponsored by the Center for Global Education, The National French Honor Society (Pi Delta Phi), The French Club, Chapman University Student Government Association, and Department of World Languages and Cultures.
Arabic Film Screening: Doti Hall 103, 7-8:15 p.m., The Arabic Language Club presents the Arabic film, "A Man in Our House," with the legendary International Actor Omar Sharif (with English subtitles) and delicious Arabic food in the classes of Arabic 101 and 102. All are welcome.
First to Go: 6-7 p.m., AF 209C. A conversation on first-generation students' perspectives on the challenges and rewards of studying abroad. Learn how to navigate the application process and scholarships available — sponsored by Promising Futures Program. Refreshments served.
Around the Globe: 7-8 p.m., AF 201. Are you thinking about studying abroad or an international internship abroad? Meet study abroad alumni who will share their photos and experiences! Get inspired and learn about different countries and courses you can take abroad. Free food for attendees!
Work, Study, and Teach Abroad After Graduation: 10-10:45 a.m., AF 209A. Want to go abroad after graduation but don't know how? Come learn about a variety of opportunities to work, teach, or study abroad after graduation from program representatives and alumni.
Viajes: A LatinX Study Abroad Panel: 12-1:00 p.m., Cross-Cultural Center (AF 304). Join us for a panel discussion featuring Latinx study abroad alumni. Learn about the programs they attended, how they overcame challenges, and how they grew. Ask them questions and learn how to prepare for YOUR international experience. ¡Vámanos!
International Student Mixer: 5-7 p.m., Argyros Forum 3rd Floor South Patio. Mixer for international students and student/staff/faculty allies. Food will be provided. Hosted by the Chapman Diversity Project International Communities Advisory Group.
SIKHlens: Doy and Dee Henley Reading Room, 2nd Floor, Leatherby Libraries. Opening date for the exhibit, "Lost Heritage: The Sikh Legacy in Pakistan. A Glimpse of Guru Nanak's Travels." Photographer/Historian Amardeep Singh shares some sites across Pakistan, many of which are now inaccessible, as sovereign nations have divided the geography.
+ - A Little Dynasty Chinese School's Children's Orchestra - October 2019
A musical production performed by the students of A Little Dynasty School. The event included an afternoon full of musical performances and activities to highlight the Chinese New Year Festival, Lantern Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and the Moon Festival.
+ - Taiwanese Puppetry Performance - Budaixi - May 2019
An exciting event showcasing Taiwanese puppetry and light shows celebrating Orange County's Taiwanese-American Heritage Week. Free to the Chapman community.
+ - Taiwanese Cultural Fair - April 2019
Games, activities, and song and dance performances. Free boba and bread.
+ - Si Zhua Quartet Performance and Discussion - March 2019
Award-winning classical jazz performers.
+ - International Education Week 2018
Chapman's annual International Education Week was November 12-16. The Center for Global Education partnered with student organizations and departments on campus to host various events, speakers, film screenings, discussions, and activities for the Chapman community to explore the importance and relevance of international and cross cultural education at Chapman! Global Fest 2016: Highlights from a previous Global Fest to celebrate the international and diverse cultures of Chapman University.
Global Fest: Kick-off event to start International Education Week! Co-sponsored by Chapman University Student Government Association. International and domestic students will participate in an international flag procession. Ice cream and snacks will be served! Join us for the inaugural performance of Ballet Folklórico de Chapman, presented by the Latinx Faculty & Staff Forum. Latinx Students, Faculty and Staff will perform a Mexican folklórico dance on the Wells Fargo Stage. Please join us in welcoming this new dance group to the Chapman community. Student clubs such as Kapamilya (traditional Filipino tribal tattoos with Tappin' Tattoo), Asian Pacific Student Association (Chopstick Challenge), Taiwanese American Student Association (Boba tea and games), and the German club will be tabling during this event to promote cultural awareness and causes. Attallah Piazza, 12-1 p.m.
Travel Workshop: Learn tips and tricks for booking international travel! This workshop will help students who have never booked an international flight, or for students looking to find good deals and learn new tricks. Co-hosted by STA Travel. Center for Global Education (576 N. Glassell), 3-4 p.m.
I Am that Girl Meeting: Deliberative dialogue about culture shock, reverse culture shock, and some of the realities of studying abroad. Henley Basement JBCR, 7:30 p.m.
Viajes - A Latinx Perspective of Study Abroad: Join us for a panel discussion of former study abroad participants. Latinx students will share their experience and explain the impact of facing challenges to pursue their dreams of traveling abroad. Cross-Cultural Center (AF304), 3-4 p.m. Free snacks! Co-sponsored by the Latinx Staff and Faculty Forum and Latinx student club.
International Student Mixer: Mixer for international students and student/staff/faculty allies. Food will be provided. Hosted by the Chapman Diversity Project and the Center for Global Education. Cross-Cultural Center (AF 304), 5-7 p.m.
Around the Globe: Thinking about studying abroad or an international internship abroad? Meet study abroad alumni who will share their photos and experiences! Get inspired and learn about different countries and courses you can take abroad. Free food for attendees! AF201, 6-7 p.m.
Summer 2019 International Internship Deadline: Experience a foreign work culture for 8 weeks during the summer in one of 7 locations worldwide. Earn 3 Chapman credits. Deadline is at 4 p.m.
No Wednesday evening events scheduled for International Education Week. Enjoy Winterfest and Doy's Holiday Tree Lighting! Attallah Piazza, 5-7 p.m.
Arabic Film Screening: Omar Sharif's Movie "Struggle in the Nile Valley''--Egypt 1954. Arabic food will be served. Classmates, friends and relatives are welcome. Sponsored by Chapman University's Arabic Language Club. Hashinger Science Hall Room 327, 7 p.m.
Ricordi Italiani: Students will present their study abroad experiences to their peers and answer any questions they may have. Sponsored by Chapman University Italian Club. AF 119A, 7-8 p.m.
Sikh Arts & Film Festival: Celebrate the world premiere screening of the Sikhlens Original Content at Dodge College of Film and Media Arts from 7-10 p.m. The festival will continue through November 18 in Santa Ana at The Frida Cinema. For tickets and screening details, visits Sikhlens.com.
+ - Taiwan and the World Conference - April 2018
China-Taiwan Relations
US-Taiwan Relations In A Global Context
Taiwan And The Evolving Security Environment Of East Asia
The Taiwan Strait Security Challenge: Implications For The Future Of US Foreign Policy
Derek Grossman is a senior defense analyst focused on Indo-Pacific security issues. Grossman has over a decade of experience in the Intelligence Community, where he served as the daily intelligence briefer to the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Asian & Pacific Security Affairs at the Pentagon. Previously, Grossman worked at the National Security Agency (NSA) and served at the CIA and on the President's Daily Brief (PDB) staff. He holds an M.A. from Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service in U.S. National Security Policy and received his B.A. with Honors from the University of Michigan in Political Science and Asian Studies. He has published articles for China Brief, Cipher Brief, Defense Dossier, Global Taiwan Brief, International Security, Journal of International Security Affairs, Lawfare Blog, Newsweek, PacNet, Studies in Intelligence, The Diplomat, The National Interest, and War on the Rocks.
Ryan Hass is a David M. Rubenstein Fellow in the Foreign Policy program at Brookings, where he holds a joint appointment to the John L. Thornton China Center and the Center for East Asia Policy Studies. Hass focuses his research and analysis on enhancing policy development on the pressing political, economic, and security challenges facing the United States in East Asia.
From 2013 to 2017, Hass served as the director for China, Taiwan and Mongolia at the National Security Council (NSC) staff. He joined President Obama's state visit delegations in Beijing and Washington respectively in 2014 and 2015. Prior to joining NSC, Hass served as a Foreign Service Officer in the U.S. Embassy Beijing, where he earned the State Department Director General's award for impact and originality in reporting, an award given annually to the officer whose reporting had the greatest impact on the formulation of U.S. foreign policy.
He graduated from the University of Washington and attended the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies prior to joining the State Department.
Kharis Templeman is a social science research scholar at the Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center (APARC), and the program manager of the Taiwan Democracy and Security Project, a part of the U.S.-Asia Security Initiative in the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies at Stanford University.
His current research includes projects on party system institutionalization and partisan realignments, electoral integrity and manipulation in East Asia, the politics of defense spending in Taiwan, and the representation of Taiwan's indigenous minorities. His most recent publication is The China Model: How Successful Is the Chinese Regime? a review essay in the Taiwan Journal of Democracy. He is also the editor (with Larry Diamond and Yun-han Chu) of Taiwan's Democracy Challenged: The Chen Shui-bian Years (2016, Lynne Rienner Publishing). Other work has appeared in Comparative Political Studies and the APSA Comparative Democratization Newsletter.
Dr. Templeman currently also serves as coordinator of the American Political Science Association's Conference Group on Taiwan Studies (CGOTS) and as a regional manager for the Varieties of Democracy (V-Dem) Project. He holds a BA (2003) from the University of Rochester and a Ph.D. (2012) in political science from the University of Michigan.
Chapman's annual International Education Week was held November 8-18. The Center for Global Education is partnered with student organizations and departments on campus to host various events, speakers, film screenings, discussions, and activities for the Chapman community to explore the importance and relevance of international and cross cultural education at Chapman!
Evening of Aloha: Pua'ikeana welcomes you to Evening of Aloha! This event acts as a mini lu'au where guests can participate in games, eat Hawaiian food and enjoy hula performances. Argyros Forum Stage, 7-9 p.m. Admission is free!
Global Fest: Kick-off event to start International Education Week! Co-sponsored by Chapman University Student Government Association. Students representing various countries will participate in an international flag procession and then will showcase cultural performances by Chapman students that you don't want to miss! Pua'ikeana (Hawai'i Club) will do a Hawaiian dance, a Vietnamese student will sing a pop song, Lakshya (Indian Culture Club) will perform a dance, and the Taiko Center for Los Angeles is returning a second year for a Japanese taiko drum performance! Light refreshments will be served! Various student clubs will be tabling during this event to promote cultural awareness and causes (see descriptions below). Attallah Piazza, 12-1 p.m.
Taste of South America: Hosted by Chapman's Food and Culture Club in partnership with Guayaki. Come learn about Yerba Mate the most popular drink in Argentina and the majority of South American Countries. There will be free cans of Yerba Mate as well as a Gourd Presentation done by Guayaki representatives. Attallah Piazza, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Chopstick Challenge: How skillful are you with chopsticks? Come to our table during Global Fest and test your chopstick skills. Hosted by Asian Pacific Student Association (APSA). Attallah Piazza, 12-1 p.m.
Tappin' Tatoos: Hosted by Chapman Kapamilya. Learn about traditional Filipino tribal tattoos: how to earn them and how it's reviving. If you're lucky, you can get one too! Attallah Piazza, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Global Brigades: Global Brigades is an international organization that brings medical, business, environmental, and legal support to under resourced countries to promote independent, sustainable development. Come see how you can be a leader in this organization and gain hands on experience in your field of study. Attallah Piazza, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Arabic Studies Film Screenings: In appreciation of the Board of Directors of the Arabic Club at Chapman and the Arabic Language Students as well as our colleagues at the University and our community friends, the Chapman community is cordially invited to join the Arabic Club's Film and Food Series for the Semester (English Subtitles). All movies will be screened in Doti Hall, 101 @ 7 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Admission is free.
November 9 - Captain Abu Raed (Jordan)
November, 30 - The Prophet (United States)
December 7 - Falafel (Lebanon)
Traditional Arts of Taiwan: Chapman University faculty, students, and staff are invited to attend hands-on workshops to enhance the understanding of Chinese language and Taiwanese culture through our fun culture event of fan making, Chinese painting, and bamboo dragonfly helicopters. Hosted by: Chapman Chinese Program, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office, and the Center for Global Education. Sponsorship: 85 Degree C Bakery (Food will be provided). 2-4 p.m., BK 404
Family Pre-Departure Meeting: Family members of spring 2018 study abroad students are welcome to attend and learn about study abroad and how to support their student. 6-7 p.m., AF201
Around the Globe: Thinking about studying abroad? Meet study abroad alumni who will share their photos and experiences! Get inspired and learn about different countries and courses you can take abroad. Free food for attendees! 7:30-8:30 p.m., AF209C.
Travel Workshop: Learn tips and tricks for booking international travel! This workshop will help students who have never booked an international flight, or for students looking to find good deals and learn new tricks. Hosted by STA Travel. 11 a.m. -12 p.m., Cross Cultural Center (AF304)
International Literature Book Exchange: Following an event held last semester, Chapman Feminists will host a book exchange for every taste in literature from around the world. This is a great way not only to bond, but also to share ideas that transcend culture and emphasize the voices of those who are often not heard in the US literature canon. 10 a.m. -12 p.m. in the Student Union Cubes
Stop Demolitions, Build Peace: J Street U Chapman will be speaking out against and the possible demolition of Umm al Kheir (a village in the West Bank) and any greater implications for the two-state solution. What can you do? Stop by at the table and participate in the photo campaign to help promote peace. 12:45-2:45 p.m., Outside walkway between Argyros Forum and Leatherby Libraries
"A Taxi Driver": Join the Korean Student Association to watch a historical action drama film, A Taxi Driver. In 1980, a taxi driver takes a foreign journalist to Gwangju where they were caught in the whirlwind of Korea's fight for a democratic government, the Gwangju uprising. Come find out what happens! Chapman profesor Dr. Susan Yang will also speak at this event. Hashinger 150 (Irvine Lecture Hall), 7-9:30 p.m.
Design your International Experience: Hosted by the Career & Professional Development and the Center for Global Education, this is a great opportunity to learn how to seek meaningful experiences when you go abroad to develop transferable life and work skills. AF 209B, 2-3 p.m.
"Lolo Rennt" (Run Lola Run) Film Screening: This 1998 movie is about a young woman in Germany who has 20 minutes to find and bring to her boyfriend 100,000 Deutschmarks before he robs a supermarket. It is full of action and different twists. Sponsored by the Department of World Languages and Cultures. We hope you will join us! The movie will be shown with English subtitles. 7:30 p.m., Smith Hall 202
Mission Environment: Global Facts and Tips for Sustainable Living: Mission Environment is Chapman's top environmental club, and will have a trifold poster board with global environmental facts as well as tips and ideas about how bring sustainability into your every day life and spread the word about global warming. Stop by and say hi at the Student Union Stage in Argyros Forum, 1-3 p.m.
International Student Mixer: Mixer for international students and student/staff/faculty allies. Light food and beverages will be provided! Hosted by the Chapman Diversity Project and the Center for Global Education. 6-8 p.m., Cross Cultural Center (AF 304).
Arrangiarsi -Pizza and the Art of Living: From the Bay Area to Italy, Matteo Troncone search for the meaning of life in this engaging, intimage documentary. Is it any surprise to discover that pizza is the answer? There will be a Q&A with director Matteo Trocone following the film. Hosted by The Film Studies Program at Dodge College and the Italian Studies Program at Wilkinson College. Watch the trailer here. Cloobeck Screening Room G| DMAC 124, 7-9:45 p.m.
Aikido Martial Arts Class: Sponsored by the Chapman Martial Arts Club. The martial arts style of Aikido originates from the country of Japan. Along with Japanese Jiu Jitsu, Aikido was developed and derived from the style of Judo. In contrast to Jiu Jitsu which focuses more on locks and chokes used for the ground, Aikido focuses on locks, take downs, and pins. Currently Aikido can be used for self-defense, sport, and in law enforcement. It is often done with a partner, and can be done with varying degrees of cooperation. 9 p.m., AF119B.
Sikh Film Festival Screenings: Dodge College of Film and Media Arts will host the first night of international documentary screenings. The festival will continue on November 18 in Santa Ana at The Frida Cinema. Visit Sikh Lens for tickets and screening details.
Lessons from Abroad Conference: Full day professional conference for study abroad alumni to network and learn how to integrate your international experience within your academic, personal, and professional lives. $15 registration includes lunch. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at California State University Los Angeles.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Aikido/Judo Martial Arts Class: Sponsored by the Chapman Martial Arts Club. Having evolved from Japanese roots, Jiu-Jitsu has become one of the most popular grappling martial arts in the world. It emphasizes the use of joint locks, body manipulations, and chokes in order to subdue an opponent. As of today, there are two main forms of jiu-jitsu: traditional "Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu" (BJJ), and "No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu". The difference the two being that BJJ utilizes a "Gi" uniform while No-Gi does not. Many jiu-jitsu schools exist throughout the world and teach the art with different emphases. Some academies focus on self-defense; while others focus on sport (this includes both pure jiu-jitsu competitions and combative matches such as MMA). Brazilian Jiu Jitsu will be at 9 a.m. and Aikido/Judo class will be at 10:15 a.m., both in AF 119B
+ - Splendor of Taiwan - May 2017
The Da-Guan Dance Theater from the from the National Taiwan University of Arts presented "Splendor of Taiwan," on Tuesday, May 16, 7 p.m. in Memorial Hall Auditorium. Attendees were treated to a celebration of Taiwanese Heritage Week through cultural performances. This event was co-sponsored by the Department of Dance and Department of World Languages.
+ - Bordering Russia: Politics Now - March 2017
How are the Baltic States coping with the increasing Russian threat and what impact will this have on U.S. National Security interests in Europe?
Co-sponsored by: Center for Global Education, Political Science Department, and Peace Studies Program
Juris Bunkis: Honorary Consul for the Republic of Latvia
Darius Gaidys: Consul General for the Republic of Lithuania
Jaak Treiman: Honorary Consul for the Republic of Estonia
Thursday, March 9, 6-7:30 p.m.
Sandhu Residence Hall and Conference Center, Room D & D1
Chapman's annual International Education Week was held November 14-18. The Center for Global Education partnered with student organizations and departments on campus to host various events, speakers, film screenings, discussions, and activities for the Chapman community to explore the importance and relevance of international education at Chapman! See below for events that occurred during the week.
Global Fest: Kick-off event to start International Education Week! Co-sponsored by Chapman University Student Government Association. Students representing various countries will participate in an international flag procession and then will showcase several cultural performances you don't want to miss! Attallah Piazza, 12pm-1pm. Light refreshments will be served!
Henna Tattoos: Fundraising event hosted by Lakshya (Indian Club). Attallah Piazza, 1:00-2:00pm.
Show Up For Susya: On this National Day of Action, J Street U Chapman joins fellow J Street U chapters all across the nation to speak out against the demolition of Susya (a village in the West Bank) and the greater implications for the two state solution. What can you do? Stop by at the table and participate in the photo campaign to help promote peace between Israel and Palestine! Attallah Piazza, 11am-2:30pm
Cranes for Peace: Hosted by Nikkei Student Union (a Japanese American cultural club). Learn how to make paper cranes as a symbol of peace to send to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan. Attallah Piazza, 11am-2:30pm
Around the Globe: Study abroad alumni will share their photos and experiences abroad! Get inspired and learn about different countries and courses you can take abroad. AF 209B, 5-6pm.
Anatomia Italiana - Art and Anatomy in the Italian Renaissance: Hosted by the Italian Studies department, AF 209A, 7-8:30pm.
EUSA International Internship Programs Q&A: Learn about summer international internship programs in Dublin and Madrid. Center for Global Education (576 N. Glassell), 9-9:45am and 10:30-11:15am.
History Majors Abroad: Hosted by Phi Alpha Theta. Students in the National History Honors Society can join to learn about study abroad options for history majors and hear from form history majors who went abroad. Doti Hall 105, 3pm-4pm.
Jewish Life Abroad: Event has been postponed to Spring 2017. Please check back for updates.
What Happened Then?: The Department of World Languages and Cultures, Wilkinson College of Art, Humanities, Social Sciences present a documentary film Kinderland has burnt down by Sibylle Tiedemann and Ute Badura, 1998. The film documents the reunion of former classmates at a school in the former Southern German city of Ulm. Jewish and non-Jewish classmates recall their childhood in Nazi Germany. Sibylle Tiedemann will introduce her film and be available for questions after the screening. The event will also feature Holocaust survivor Hanni Kaplan, Marc Alexander, a descendant of Holocaust survivors, and student speakers (former Munich travel course participants) and musicians. Wallace All Faiths Chapel Fish Interfaith Center, 7pm – 10pm. Special thanks to The Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education and Professor Donald R. Booth.
Queer Around the World: Hosted by Queer Student Association (QSA). QSA will be screening clips from Vice's "Gaycation," a show featuring Ellen Page and her friend traveling around the world and learning about LGBTQIAP+ cultures. After the screening, there will be a discussion about the variety of queer cultures and the importance of diversity within the queer community. AF 119A, 8-9pm.
Travel Workshop: Hosted by STA Travel. Learn tips and tricks for booking international travel! This workshop will help students who have never booked an international flight, or for students looking to find good deals and learn new tricks. Center for Global Education (576 N. Glassell), 1-2pm.
Design your International Experience Workshop: Hosted by Career and Professional Development and Center for Global Education. Students will learn how to seek meaningful experiences when they go abroad to develop transferable life and work skills. Beckman 401, 2-3pm.
"Falafel" - A Lebanese Film: In conjunction with World Languages & Culture, Food and Film Series. AF Great Room, 6:30pm.
Decolonizing Columbus: Hosted by Queer and Trans People of Color Collective (QTPOCC). Join a discussion about how Columbus paved the road for future conquistadors and the genocide of the native people of the Americas. AF 211, 9pm.
Discovering Traditional Asian Music Instruments through Contemporary Music Composition: Part of the Faculty Forum Lecture with Associate Professor of Music, Dr. Vera Ivanova. This lecture touches upon differences between tuning systems in Thai and Western music, history and construction of Japanese, Thai and Chinese instruments and their applications in traditional music and contemporary composition on examples of Dr. Ivanova's music. AF209B, 11:30 am – 12:15pm.
"Teta, Alf Marra" - Arabic Film Night: Hosted by Arabic Studies. An award winning Arabic film about a true life story of a feisty grandmother from Beirut, Lebanon that everybody can identify with in its shared humanity no matter where they come from. Subtitles in English. Morlan Hall Lounge, 7pm. Arabic refreshments will be served.
Ricordi Italiani: Hosted by Italian Club. Learn about the history and culture of Italy and hear from study abroad alumni about their experience studying abroad in Italy! AF 119A, 7-8pm
Aikido Martial Arts Lesson: Hosted by the Chapman Martial Arts Club. The martial arts style of Aikido originates from the country of Japan. Along with Japanese Jiu Jitsu, Aikido was developed and derived from the style of Judo. In contrast to Jiu Jitsu which focuses more on locks and chokes used for the ground, Aikido focuses on locks, take downs, and pins. Currently Aikido can be used for self-defense, sport, and in law enforcement. It is often done with a partner, and can be done with varying degrees of cooperation. AF 119B, 7-8pm
Decolonizing Feminism: Hosted by Chapman Feminists. Come join Chapman Feminists for a discussion of Decolonizing Feminism and a discussion about the ways in which colonial forces affect indigenous populations. AF 206C, 9pm
First Steps: Last day to attend a First Steps session for students applying to Fall 2017 abroad! Center for Global Education, 576 N. Glassell.
+ - Iran: Rising Power in the Middle East - October 2016
Following the first year anniversary of the Iran Nuclear Deal, Chapman University organized a national conference on the topic. "Iran: Rising Power in the Middle East" held on October 13, 2016 at Chapman's Orange County campus in Beckman Hall 404. The event brought together policy experts and academics from around the country.
Full conference program featuring speaker biographies and panel session times.
Read an article for a recap of the conference: Panel discusses Iran as a rising power in the Middle East
The nuclear deal, formerly called the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), was signed by the United States and Iran on July 14, 2015. Under the terms of the agreement, the US gave Iran limited sanctions relief in return for that country limiting its nuclear program. In the past twelve months, Iran has removed and placed under I.A.E.A. monitoring two thirds of its 19,000 centrifuges, ended all uranium enrichment, removed all nuclear material from its once-secret facility at Fordow, reduced its stockpile of enriched uranium from 12,000 kilograms to 300 kilograms, and filled with concrete the core of the Arak heavy water nuclear reactor.
Problems remain with the agreement. In the United States, it has become a subject in the presidential debates. In Iran, people are increasingly unhappy with the economic effects of non-nuclear sanctions that remain in force. Has the agreement been a success?
The following individuals discussed the JCPOA at Chapman on October 13:
Joseph Cirincione, Ploughshares Fund
Mohsen Milani, University of South Florida
Majid Rafizadeh, Harvard
Hooshang Amirahmadi, Rutgers, "The JCPOA and the Iranian Economy"
M Reza Amirkhizi, University of California-Irvine, "The JCPOA and the status of the 5+1's commitments"
Mehrzad Boroujerdi, Syracuse University, "Iranian Domestic Opposition to the JCPOA"
Camelia Entekhabifard, NYC based journalist, "Persian Gulf countries' objections to the JCPOA; their worries and frustrations concerning Iran's behavior in the region."
Ali Reza Nader, Rand Corporation – "Iran's Relations with the 'Powers'"
The Center for Global Education's International Education Week at Chapman was held November 2nd-7th. The week consisted of an international food fair, art displays, international dialogues, and much more to show the importance and relevance of international and cross-cultural events on campus.
International education is for everyone: A video highlighting the beauty of an international experience.
See the list below for all of the events:
Ongoing Events:
Angels from the private collection of Donna Ford Attallah '61 and the Angel Series of paintings by Isa D'Arleans located @ Doy and Dee Henley Reading Room, 2nd floor Leatherby Libraries at Chapman University. Exhibit Dates: August 28th–November 8th, 2015
A Country Called Syria: An exhibit illustrating different foods, attires, trades, cities, and contributions of Syria @ Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections Leatherby Libraries 4th floor. Archives Exhibit Dates: August 31st – December 15th, 2015
Photo Contest Display: View winners of the Center for Global Education annual Photo Contest on display in the Student Union for the month of November.
Monday, 11/2/15
Family Pre-Departure Meeting for Spring 2016: Families of students going abroad next spring semester are welcome to attend and learn more about their student's experience going abroad. A recorded version will be available later. Beckman 404, 6 p.m.
"VETERAN" A screening with Director Ryoo Seung-wan, 4-7pm Folino Theater (Dodge College)
Moderated by Nam Lee (Assistant Professor of Film Studies)
VETERAN is Korean action maestro Ryoo Seung-wan's latest, action-packed crime drama about the showdown between the top major crimes detective and the tyrannical heir to a conglomerate who believes he is above the law. It was Korea's top-grossing movie of the summer this year in Korea and the third biggest hit of all time. Since taking the Korean film scene by storm with his ultra-low budget ($60,000 USD) debut feature, DIE BAD, Ryoo Seung-wan has been making noteworthy films in the action and thriller genre such as ARAHAN, CRYING FIST, and CITY OF VIOLENCE. Nicknamed "Korean Cinema's Action Kid," Ryoo's crime thrillers are characterized by his hard-edged style with an emphasis on lavishing action sequences. VETERAN is an exhilarating blend of the director's trademark pulpy action and humor. Ryoo is known for his sharp observation into corruption in privileged classes of the modern Korean society and blends social critique into commercial action genre.
Tuesday, 11/3/15
International Food Fair: Sample various cuisines from around the world! This is a free event for the Chapman community. Attallah Piazza, Noon -1 p.m.
I'm Not Leaving: Experience Rwanda through the eyes of the only American to remain in the country through the 1994 genocide with Carl Wilkens. Sponsored by College of Educational Studies, Freshman Foundations Program, Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education, Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Peace Studies Program and the Delp/Wilkinson Fund. Beckman Hall 404 7:00pm
Wednesday, 11/4/15
Through my Eyes: A Foreign Lens: Listen to stories and see the winning photos from study abroad students who won the Center for Global Education Photo Contest! Special guest speakers Karyn Planett '70 and Geoff Thompson, authors of How To Capture Your Travel Stories In Words & Pictures, will discuss travel photography from their journeys around the world and experiences on Semester at Sea. Join this event if you are interested in studying abroad or photography! Refreshments will be served. November 4th, 5:00-6:30pm, AF 201
From the Syrian Refugee Crisis to Disarmament: Ambassador Daerr will speak about crisis management, from conflict prevention to peace consolidation, and about the refugee crisis challenge, based primarily on his own involvements and experiences. Beckman 404, 7 p.m.
La Serata: Italian Conversation Evenings: This is a monthly meeting open to all who want to interact in a friendly environment in order to improve their language skills, regardless of their academic affiliation. Come to share aspects of the culture and to converse with native speakers, members of the local community, and other students of Italian. Location: BK 4th Floor Small Patio 7:00-8:00pm.
Thursday, 11/5/15
First Year Associates Program: Learn about global education opportunities and hear from alumni talking about their experiences abroad – Davis Community Center, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Windows of the World: International and domestic students at Chapman will discuss commonalities and differences of a theme chosen by students. Students will feel a greater sense of community and learn from the perspectives of others. All students interested in learning about other cultures are invited. Location: AF 209B 12:00pm Lunch will be served! :)
Saturday, 11/7/15
Lessons from Abroad: Come learn how to integrate your international experience within your academic, personal, and professional lives. You don't want to miss this! UC Riverside, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
+ - Global Citizens Conference: Frozen Conflicts - April 2015
"Frozen Conflicts" is Chapman University's annual Global Citizen Conference on Thursday, April 16, hosted at the Conrad N. Hilton Center for Business, Loyola Marymount University. Co-sponsors of the conference include Loyola Marymount University, University of Southern California Center for International Studies, University of Southern California School of International Relations, Los Angeles World Affairs Council, and Atlantic Council in Washington, DC.
In the world today, there are numerous simmering conflicts of neither overt hostilities nor resolution. The conference examines several of these controversies that have been "frozen" in place. Despite attempts to bring closure to these armed standoffs—some attempts have gone on for decades—the sides remain eyeing each other warily. Clearly, something must change with the dispute resolution models that are being followed. We hope in the conference to discover commonalities among the conflicts, and explore new ideas to resolve them. The conference will examine these conflicts through panels on Moldova, Georgia and Ukraine; Armenia, Azerbaijan and Nagorno Karabakh; Ireland; Kashmir; and the Koreas.
Schedule and Panel Speakers:
Arrival: Loyola Marymount University, 1 LMU Drive, Los Angeles, California
8:30 AM Welcoming Remarks
8:45 AM Panel 1 — Moldova, Georgia and Ukraine
Moderator: Robert English, USC
Doris Barnett, member of German Parliament
Edward W. Walker, University of California - Berkeley
Honorable Sergei Aloshyn, Consul General for Ukraine in San Francisco
10:15 AM Panel 2 — Armenia, Azerbaijan, Nagorno Karabakh
Moderator: Wenshan Jia, Chapman University
Asim Mollazade, member of Azerbaijan Parliament, Member of German Parliament
Stepan Grigoryan, Chairman of the Board, Analytical Centre on Globalization and Regional Cooperation
James Coyle, Chapman University
1:00 PM Panel 3 — Ireland
Moderator: David Koranyi, Dinu Patriciu Eurasia Center, Atlantic Council
Paul Arthur, Director of Peace Studies, Chapman University
Bryan Bland, Chaplain, Palo Alto University and Senior Consultant, Stanford Center for International Conflict and Negotiation
2:45 PM Panel 4 — Kashmir
Moderator: Bharath Gopalaswamy, Director, South Asia Center, Atlantic Council
Kathleen Stephens, former US Charge d'Affaires to India
Charloette Kennedy, former Australian Diplomat
4:00 PM Panel 5— Korea
Moderator: Terry McCarthy, Los Angeles World Affairs Council
David Kang, USC
Lynn Turk, Board of Directors, Pacific Century Institute
Bruce Bennett, RAND Corporation
5:00 PM Closing Remarks
View speaker bios and information about each panel topic.
+ - The Ottoman History During World War I - January 2015
Chapman University Center for Global Education
Orange County Turkish American Association (OCTAA)
American Turkish Association of Southern California (ATASC)
Assembly of Turkish American Associations (ATAA)
The Pax Turcica Institute
jointly present
The Ottoman History During World War I
Bush Conference Center
Beckman Hall, Room 404
1 University Drive
Prof. Edward J. Erickson, Marine Corps University
Professor Erickson will talk about the historical controversy and inter-ethnic conflict during the final years of the Ottoman Empire, based on his groundbreaking book "Ottomans & Armenians: A Study of Counterinsurgency". Dr. Erickson is a Professor of Military History in the War Studies Department at the United States Marine Corps Command & Staff College, Quantico, Virginia. He is the author of eleven books and specializes in the history of the Ottoman army during the period 1876-1918. He also serves on the board of governors of the Institute of Turkish Studies at Georgetown University.
+ - "Triangle of Evils, Assad, Iran Regime, ISIS & the U.S. Interest" - November 2014
On Friday, November 14, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. in Beckman Hall 104, members of Congress, National Security experts and historians examined the rise of ISIS, the role of Iran in Syria and Iraq, and the options to eliminate this threat. Co-sponsored by the Center for Global Education, The Syrian Institute for Progress, and the California Society for Democracy in Iran (member of OIACUS.org).
U.S. Rep. Ed Royce, Chairman of the House Foreign Affair Committee
Marc Ginsberg, Former US Ambassador to Morocco, Senior Middle East Analyst
Kerry Kennedy, President of the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights
Professor Ali Parsa, professor of philosophy of History, Islamic, and Religious Studies at California State University - Fullerton
+ - "Walesa Man of Hope" Screening - September 2014
On September 18, 2014 the Center for Global Education hosted a screening and reception of "Walesa Man of Hope." This celebrated the 30th anniversary of the founding of the Solidarity Movement in Poland with a showing of the film "Walesa Man of Hope" and a visit by the Polish Consul General. The film was selected for the Best Foreign language Film at the 86th Academy Awards. The reception was held from 6-7pm, the Consul General's speech at 7 p.m., with the film starting at 7:20pm. Sponsored by the Center for Global Education and Consulate General of the Republic of Poland.
The Center for Global Education's International Education Week at Cha p.m.an was held September 15 - 19. The week kicked off with our Study Abroad Fair, and there were many more ways to join other international and cross-cultural events on campus. See the list below for all of the events:
Study Abroad Fair: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Attallah Piazza. Hosted by the Center for Global Education.
EUSA Internship Info Sessions: 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Center for Global Education (576 N. Glassell). Summer International Internships in Dublin and Madrid.
GlobaLinks/ISA Internship Info Sessions: 3:30-4:30 p.m. at the Center for Global Education (576 N. Glassell). Summer International Internships in Australia, New Zealand, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Santiago.
Internship Welcome Back Social: 4:30 p.m.– 6:00 p.m. at the Center for Global Education (576 N. Glassell).
Suffolk University Madrid Info Sessions: 5-6 p.m. in Beckman Hall 108.
Screening of the film "Nicky's Family": 7-9:30 p.m. in the Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education in Memorial Hall. Sponsored by Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education, Religious Studies Department, Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences, Fish Interfaith Center, History Department, and Cross-Cultural Engagement.
Student Involvement Fair: 11am-1 p.m. in Attallah Piazza. Showcase of clubs from all over campus, many with an international focus. Hosted by Student Organizations.
Screening and reception of "Walesa Man of Hope": 5-10 p.m. in the Bush Conference Center, Room 404 of Beckman Hall. Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the founding of the Solidarity Movement in Poland with a showing of the film "Walesa Man of Hope" and a visit by the Polish Consul General. The film was selected for the Best Foreign language Film at the 86th Academy Awards. Reception from 5-6 p.m., Consul General's speech at 6 p.m., with the film starting at 6:20 p.m.. Sponsored by the Center for Global Education and Consulate General of the Republic of Poland.
Social Justice BBQ: 5-7:45 p.m. in Attallah Piazza. Sponsored by Cross-Cultural Engagement, Civic Engagement Initiatives, University Program Board, and Student Government Association.
Center for Global Education Photo Contest Voting Closes: Vote for your favorite student-submitted photo by 4 p.m. on the Center for Global Education Facebook page.
+ - Southern Energy Corridor Conference - May 2014
Chapman University, in association with the Pacific Council on International Policy Eurasia Members Committee, presented "The Geopolitical Implications of the Southern Energy Corridor" Conference on Saturday May 17, 2014 from 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the University of Southern California Town & Gown event hall. The conference featured nine prestigious international speakers.
Recent events in the Ukraine have demonstrated to the world Europe's dangerous dependency on a single source of energy. This conference explored the geopolitical implications of an alternate source, Azerbaijan's gas fields in the Caspian Sea.
Admission to the event was free and open to the general public.
Co-sponsors:
Azerbaijan Consulate
Fluxys
+ - Facts and Myths about the Syrian Conflict - November 2013
On Thursday November 21, participants learned more about the Syrian conflict in an event co-sponsored by the Center for Global Education and the Syrian Institute for Progress.
+ - Struggle Between the Seas - March 2013
On Friday, March 8, the Center for Global Education & the Peace Studies Program of Wilkinson College hosted an academic conference highlighting the conflict in Nagorno Karabakh. The keynote speaker, U.S. Ambassador Robert Bradtke, Former Co-Chair of the Minsk Process, spoke on the Madrid Process and a search for peaceful settlement.
Download the Conference Program for more information on the schedule of events, historical information, and speaker biographies.
Additional speakers included:
George Zarubin, Eurasia Partnership Foundation
Alexandros Petersen, Advisor, Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
Tracey German, UK Ministry of Defense Staff College
Asbed Kotchikian, Lecturer, Bentley University
Thomas de Waal, Senior Associate, Caucasus, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Ambassador Rudolf Perina (retired), Former Sr. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for European & Canadian Affairs
E.Wayne Merry, Senior Fellow for Europe and Eurasia, American Foreign Policy Council
Taleh Ziyadov, Research Fellow, Azerbaijan Diplomatic Academy (ADA)
+ - New Perspectives on the 1973 Arab-Israeli War - January 2013
On January 31, 2013 CIA's Historical Collections Division joined Chapman to discuss the newly declassified documents regarding the 1973 Arab-Israeli War. More than 3,200 pages of material have become available, revealing highlights from over 400 declassified documents.
Invited Panelists included:
Peter B. Nyren - CIA Historical Collections Division
Matt Penney - CIA Historical Collections Division
Dr. Nubar Hovsepian - Associate Professor of Political Science, Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
+ - Academic Worldquest Competition - February 2012
Academic WorldQuest is a team competition, held between Orange County high school students, testing students' knowledge of global affairs.
The World Affairs Council of Orange County hosted the event in the George W. Bush Conference Center from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Seven Orange County high school teams competed against one another and were tested on current events and international knowledge.
This is the third year that Chapman and the Center for Global Education co-sponsored this event.
"This gave us a chance to both showcase Chapman University and at the same time bring international affairs to Orange County," said James Coyle, director of the center for global education and one of the judges.
The teams answered a series of multiple choice questions graded by three judges. There were 10 rounds and each team answered 100 questions related to international knowledge and current events.
Mission Viejo beat their competition and competed in the nationals April 21 in Washington, D.C., sponsored by the World Affairs Councils of America.
Segerstrom High School placed second and Tustin High School followed in third place. The three top teams received membership in the Orange County World Affairs Council. All participants in the competition received an invitation to attend a World Affairs Council event of their choice with a complimentary dinner.
For more information about the 4th Annual Academic Worldquest, visit the World Affairs Council of Orange County.
+ - Sister Cities International - February 2012
The Center for Global Education in conjunction with Sister Cities International, hosted the Southern California Chapter conference at Chapman University on February 25th. Sister Cities brings people together to promote respect among all people of different backgrounds from the local to the global. Sister Cities conferences enables citizens from around the world to exchange and work together toward empowerment.
Cynthia Villis, Kathleen Roche-Tansey, and Wade Nomura led a session on maximizing results through cooperative efforts for Rotary. Greg L. Berk, Attorney, Chair Immigration Practice Group, spoke about creating jobs in your cities. Following an awards presentation, Lyndsay Cruz of OxFam America spoke about international humanitarian services and diplomatic challenges and successes. Earnerstine Wilson and Christi Williams then led a break-out session about Africa in transition. Finally, Chuck Wall spoke about changing our world through kindness.
For more information, visit SOCAL Sister Cities.
+ - Enchanting Taiwan - April 2012
The Chapman community discovered the culture, beauty and folk customs of Taiwan through this unique photo exhibition. Enchanting Taiwan was a photo exhibit in the Doy and Dee Henley Reading Room, located on the 2nd floor of Leatherby Libraries.
Individuals gained a deeper understanding of Taiwan nature and culture through photography. These 30 pieces are from Taiwan's top photographers, bringing the viewer closer to a unique perspective of Taiwan. Viewers saw a new perspective on the scenery, folk customs, and cultural diversity of this magnificent landscape.
At the start of this exhibit, the Center for Global Education, Leatherby Libraries, Taiwan Academy, and Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Los Angeles invited the Chapman community to a grand opening cultural event on April 19. This included Taiwanese folk dance and song, Taiwan Puppetry art, and partaking in KINETIC Tai Chi Chuan, Chinese paper art, and Chinese brush calligraphy and painting. Speakers were on-hand to welcome the Chapman community and discuss the importance of Taiwan culture and art.
+ - Think Transatlantic Conference - September 2012
The Center for Global Education and the German Embassy in Washington D.C. co-sponsored the 2012 Think Transatlantic: The United States & Germany in the 21st Century on September 27.
The conference, "Think Transatlantic: The United States & Germany in the 21st Century," focused on the 60-year partnership between the U.S. and Germany and the future of the relationship between the two countries.
A panel discussion included topics such as future challenges of this transatlantic relationship, the German-American Security Cooperation in the new NATO, U.S. and German perceptions of each other, and Germany and Europe's role in the transatlantic security architecture.
The panel discussion featured Mai'a K. Davis Cross, Assistant Professor of International Relations at the University of Southern California; Graeme Auton, Professor of Government at the University of Redlands; and Russell Dalton, Professor of Political Science at the University of California, Irvine.
The event was free to the Chapman community and the general public, and the first 35 attendees received free giveaways.
+ - Prospects in U.S.-Taiwan-China - October 2012
October 24, 2012, 4 p.m.
Author of more than 25 books on Asia and International Affairs, Dr. John Cooper of Rhode College is an educator and researcher, who spent more than 13 years in Asia. The Chapman community was invited to hear insights on the U.S., Taiwan, and China.
Chapman's Inaugural International Education Week was held November 12-16, 2012
Nov. 12 – International Student Sharing Day: International and exchange students shared their stories from growing up abroad
Nov. 13 – International Food Fair: The Chapman community enjoyed free international cuisine
Nov. 14 – Go Global Fair: Different internationally-focused organizations and clubs at Chapman were represented for students to learn how to get involved at the local level
Nov. 15 – "Black Sea Travels": Chapman welcomed special guests Frank Greinke and Nasimi Aghayev, who gave a generous grant for students to participate in a travel course to the Republic of Georgia and Azerbaijan during the summer of 2011. Chapman students who traveled to study the politics and economic security of the region gave their firsthand accounts of the experience
Nov. 16 – Study Abroad Reunion: Study abroad alumni were invited to reunite and watch a film about reverse culture shock, discuss returnee issues, get advice for their resume and learn how to go abroad again
+ - Rise of the Independent States Global Citizens Conference - November 2011
Twenty Years On
International scholars, government officials, and businessmen converged at Chapman University on Thursday, November 10, 2011 to discuss Eurasian geopolitics and energy. The conference, "Rise of the Independent States," looked at the successor states to the former Soviet Union and Eastern Bloc countries.
Speakers came from Moscow, Tblisi, Munich and Washington, DC. They include Mikhail Gutseriev, the president and CEO of Russia's tenth largest oil and gas company, OAO NK Russneft. Gutseriev is one of the richest people in the world, listed on the Forbes 500 list of billionaires and presented on the rise of Russia. Gutseriev's presentation was complemented by the Schwartz Fellow at the New America Foundation, Steve LeVine. LeVine is the author of Foreign Policy's blog "The Oil and the Glory," and he discussed the role of oil and gas from a Caspian perspective.
Another international speaker was the Jamestown Foundation's Vladimir Socor, who is based in Munich, Germany. Socor talked about Russian Strategies for Europe, Eurasia and NATO. Alexandros Petersen of the Woodrow Wilson Center for Scholars examined the same concept from a more theoretical perspective, in a talk entitled, "The Rise of the Independent States and the legacy of Josef Pilsudsky."
There was a special panel dedicated to Georgia. Speakers included Cynthia Romero of the Atlantic Council, Mamuka Tsereteli of American University, and Robia Charles of the Caucasus Resources Research Center, Tblisi, Georgia. Other speakers included Mark Jackson, the CEO and President of Moreson Conferencing and a member of the Russian-American Chamber of Commerce; Janusz Bugajski from the Center for Strategic and International Studies; and Nina Bandelj from the University of California-Irvine. Consuls General from Azerbaijan, Hungary and Latvia were also present.
+ - Do Deutsch & the German Olympics - October 2011
Do Deutsch, sponsored by the Federal Republic of Germany and the Center for Global Education at Chapman University, was an exciting program of student events to raise interest in, and awareness of German language and culture October 24 - 28, 2011.
The week included several events students could participate in, such as "Schnitzeljagd" – a scavenger hunt and a German game and food night. The Chapman Business School and Career Center partnered with German businesses to hold a business fair and offer networking opportunities for students.
The leading event was the German Olympics, student competitions judged by Chapman faculty in essays, speeches, song, writing, poetry, art, and film. Winners were awarded at the Evening of the Arts & Film Festival where students could also see a screening of "Westwind" by Robert Thalheim and view the BERLIN: Metamorphosis Collection of art by Fitz Maurice. Winners not only received generous prizes, but also had the opportunity to go to regional and nationwide finals with the chance to win trips to Berlin, Germany.
Off campus, students could attend the Festival of New Films in Germany at the Egyptian Theatre in Los Angeles, presented in collaboration with German Films, MFG Filmfoerderung Baden-Wuerttemberg, Lufthansa and the American Cinematheque.
+ - Energy Futures Near and Far - April 2011
Chapman University's Center for Global Education hosted a day-long "The Future of Energy" conference featuring an international roster of experts Friday, April 1. James J. Coyle, Ph.D., director of global education, and author of the Eurasian Energy Analysis blog, says the conference brings an interdisciplinary approach to the problems of energy.
The Energy Futures Near and Far 2011 addressed the U.S. and the world energy dilemma and building an economically feasible solution for the 21st Century.
Key speakers included George Peterson, AutoPacific, who gave a presentation on the "State of the Industry." Marc Eichhom of the German Consulate General Los Angeles spoke on "Germany Goes Green," and Barry Watkins spoke on the "Fuels of the Future Will Rebuild the Wealth of America." Alexandros Petersen of Atlantic Council, Robert Copaken of Copaken Energy Consultants, Suleyman Elik of Durham University, and more spoke during this conference as well.
+ - What Would Richard Nixon Think? - October 2010
A panel of Nixon scholars from the Nixon Center in Washington D.C. joined Chapman University faculty to discuss the current affairs of China, Russia and the Middle East through the lens of Richard Nixon. This was followed by a panel of students who critiqued the Nixon foreign policy legacy.
The Nixon scholars include: Geoffrey Kemp, Reagan Administration official serving as Special Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs and Senior Director for Near East and South Asian Affairs on the National Security Council Staff during the Reagan Administration. Paul Saunders, Publisher of the foreign policy magazine, The National Interest and The National Interest online, published bi-monthly by The Nixon Center, and Executive Director of The Nixon Center. Saunders also directs the Center's U.S.-Russian Relations Program and works on other issues, including energy and climate change, U.S. - European relations and the role of democracy in U.S. foreign policy. Drew Thompson, National Director of the China-MSD HIV/AIDS Partnership in Beijing and Director of China Studies and Starr Senior Fellow at the Nixon Center, he served as Assistant Director to the Freeman Chair in China Studies at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Shanghai where he founded the American Chamber of Commerce Transportation and Logistics Committee in Shanghai.
+ - Taiwan Film Festival - October 2010
Chapman's Center for Global Education, Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Los Angeles hosted the Taiwan Film Festival Nov. 19-20. Among the highlights of the festival was a screening of the live-action film Kung Fu Dunk by Kevin Chu. Admission was free and the films were open to the Chapman community and the public. The complete schedule included:
Nov. 19, 7 p.m., Three Times, produced by internationally acclaimed director Hou Hsiao-hsien, Three Times journeys through three different love stories.
Nov. 20, 5 p.m., Kung Fu Dunk, follows the story of a basketball player, starring Taiwan's leading pop singer Jay Chou.
Nov. 20, 8 p.m., Cape No. 7, the number two best-grossing film in Taiwanese history after Titanic, Cape No. 7 won both the Jury's Award and the Audience's Choice award at the Taipei International Film Festival, and has garnered six awards at the 45th Golden Horse Awards.
+ - Global Environment and Sustainable Development: Solutions - April 2009
On April 18 2009, Chapman University and Oceana Institute presented a conference exploring sustainable technological, ecological and business solutions to today's environmental dilemmas. Experts from policy makers to entrepreneurs from diverse arenas gathered to critically evaluate and generating sustainable solutions for 21st century environmental threat.
Panel discussions included social justice topics of compromising for the needs of today with a complete disregard for the future. Facilitators explored the impact of the First World War all the way to the impact on global development on the lives of Indigenous people and climate changes and weather extremes resulting from modern civilization sprawl. Experts also discussed current legal and ethical regulations that prevent Indigenous people against the harms of contemporary ruthless development. The questions asked is if it is justified to sacrifice the environmental development for the economic progress and how can policy coordination be sustained among countries when the beneficiaries of the economic development may not coincide with those that bear the burden for that development? Experts examined urban development, including environmental, social and economic policies, politics and practices.
Chapman is committed to finding solutions to the issues that face world today
+ - Human Rights Conference - April 2007
The Human Rights Conference on April 16, 2007 featured top experts who examined hot-button topics including terrorism, torture, ethics and discrimination. Sponsors included Chapman University Center for Global Education; Chapman University Peace Studies Program; Anthony Vultaggio, Executive Coach; Chapman University Center for Global Trade and Development; and Chapman University Law School.
The first panel explored human rights and the American experience. Topics covered included "An Application of Volkan's Psychological Model to Human Rights", "The Unfinished Business of Accountability: Are Policy-Makers Liable for the Use of Torture in the War on Terror?", "Far-Reaching and Longterm Effects of the Administrations Intentional and Deliberate Efforts to Ignore Human Rights in the Global War on Terrorism and How it Affects the Military", and "Diverging Paths of Counter-Terrorism: Law and War."
The second panel explored human right in an international context. Topics covered included "The Khmer Rouge Tribunal: Cambodia, the U.N. and the Lessons for International Human Rights" and "Evolutions of Human Rights Discourse in Modern China."
The third panel explored the ethical dimensions of human rights. Topics covered included "Discrimination Against American Muslims" and "Created in the Image of God."
The conference was a great success and moved the conversation forward about human rights issues today.
+ - President Aznar of Spain - May 2004
For the third time, Chapman University hosted a former president of a nation, Jose Maria Aznar of Spain. The visit followed an academic symposium on Spain and the presentation of the 2004 Global Citizen Medal. Aznar follows former U.S. presidents Bush and Ford in receiving the medal, which recognizes positive and lasting contributions by global leaders.
On Friday, May 14 the Academic Symposium: Spain and Her Role in the World included a keynote address by former secretary of state for foreign affairs, Ramon Gil-Casares. Three panels of academicians and Spanish business leaders discussed contemporary politics, Spanish history, and U.S./Spanish commercial ties.
On Saturday, May 15, five Chapman undergraduate students who have researched his presidency presented their research directly to President Aznar in a very special event. The students included a three-member team from the Argyros School of Business and Economics, a political science major and a history major. Research papers explored Spanish history, economics and politics, including Aznar's influence on the nation. Professor Don Booth, Ph.D. (business and economics), Bill Cumiford, Ph.D. (history) and Gordon Babst, Ph.D. (political science) mentored the five students through their research.
Chapman's director of the center for global education, James J. Coyle, Ph.D., moderated the presentations during which the students read a synopsis of their research to Anzar, who then responded to their comments and questions. "It's extremely rare that students, especially undergraduates, get opportunities like this to meet and have academic dialogue with world leaders," said Coyle. "The students will remember this for a lifetime, and it's something that Chapman can point to when we talk about personalized education." The gala raised funds for student scholarships.
Read President Aznar's speech from the Global Citizens Gala on May 15, 2004
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Sgathaich: Super Mario Bros 3
By sgathaich0 on June 20, 2018 • ( 3 Comments )
Well, I have now done the First, Second and World games – time to get, as many of you should have expected, to Mario Bros 3. A game where you can kill the sun (yes you can – I tried and did it this run, hey, it was self defence he came at me with an angry face!)
With Mario 3 we see what a lot of 2D Mario games would now have. Right away we find we have a world map letting us choose which levels we can play, each of the 8 worlds is very different (though world 5 teases you with thinking its like 1 at the start before raising you above the clouds) Plus each of these worlds contain many of the themes that would become standard. Starting out with a standard grassy countryside style, then going to desert, then water then beginning to get weirder like giant land, sky world, Ice world then finally the pipe maze before going to Bowser's surprisingly military feeling castle zone.
The game controls are basically the same as Mario 1, maybe a little smoother here and there and levels don't just go from right to left, some levels even need backtracking. However what is new is some of Mario's new power ups. Previously it was a simple progression, Mushroom to fire flower and the odd power star and one up. Now it also throws in the leaf giving Mario (or Luigi cause he's playable too) the ability to fly with a tanooki tail.
This is A LOT less broken than the super cape from Mario World but serves a similar purpose. Then there are the 3 costumes, a tanooki suit which does the same as the leaf but also allows him to turn into a statue (it's from Japanese mythology look it up… maybe less on the tanooki themselves unless you want 2 big surprises he he) frog suit which allows you to swim far better than without it and even against currents but is really slow and cumbersome on land. And finally the very rare hammer brother suit, which works like a supped up fire flower.
Because of the world map there is much more to do this time, there are alternative levels you don't need to do but have alternate routes to the castles or toad houses containing power ups you store for later and use at your leisure. Some of these power ups have special effects like constant flight for the next level, skipping the level entirely or putting one of the encounters to sleep. But also there are hidden features, complete levels under certain circumstances (which I'm not looking up for you) special games of match or money ships can appear, sometimes even blue toad houses containing super rare items. But also hidden in the first world (and even more hidden) are the 3 warp flutes.
Here's how to get them.
First one is on the 3rd level of world one, near the end of the level there is a white platform, crouch on it till you fall behind it. Now run to the black bit at the end of the level. If you're still in the background you will run behind the curtain and enter a hidden location where the first flute is.
Second flute is hidden in the first fortress, If you have the means to fly (there is a ? block that contains a leaf if you have a mushroom or higher),when you get to the first door in the fortress instead of going through it, fly up above the wall and walk on the roof and you will find another secret area that will give you the second.
The final flute is at the end of world 2. Get a hammer and don't use it, at the top left of the "final" section of the map, use it to destroy a rock and you will get to a place where you can fight fire Bros, they guard the third flute. Using the flutes sends you to the Warp island. First flute will let you skip to world 2,3 and 4, second gets you 5,6 and 7 and final flute gets you to world 8. BUT NOW here's a trick I found, if you have the first two flutes, use one flute, then on the Warp island, use the second and you get to world 8 without the second flute.
Your goal is to get to the castle at the end of each world, there you find the king has been turned into something (different depending on the version, be it the original or in my Mario All Stars version) and you climb onto a doom ship, it's a screen scrolling level (yes those were introduced here too) and at the end is one of the koopalings (yes also first showed up here). Take them down and world completed.
The levels get progressively harder so by the time you reach Bowser's castles at the end of world 8, you are ready for it. You have fought through his army of tanks, battleships, armada and more tanks and now you get killed by lasers coming out of the Bowser statue since those never appeared before and thus you weren't expecting them. Bowser himself is still beaten mostly by not fighting him but at least it's not just grabbing an axe this time. Finally the princess thanks you and game over.
This is a classic and a must play for Mario fans and platforming fans, while Mario 1 is skippable this one is not.
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dondeeflugs says:
I had to look it up, but it's amazing that this game was first released 30 years ago (1988).
sgathaich0 says:
hmm, haddent noticed that, thank you. normaly I check the date it was released but this time I skipped that.
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by Mark Peden | Apr 30, 2019
The heat is rising in the video game industry and it is an exciting time both for players (of all ages!) and developers alike. The industry has fundamentally changed in recent years due to greater digitalisation and online gaming. But the breakneck pace of change is showing no signs of abating and recent developments could represent the biggest revolution to the gaming industry since smartphones were released over a decade ago.
Here is your dummy's guide to the structural drivers underpinning the growth for the video game industry and why we think Ubisoft, a standout industry player, is well-placed to capitalise on them.
China is home to over 580m of the world's 2.2bn gamers. The rise of the middle class, improved economic conditions (allowing more people to be able to pay for the equipment needed to play), combined with the related dramatic increase in internet penetration is a formidable tailwind for video gaming in China. In Dec 2017, internet penetration reached more than half of the population – 55.8% exactly, a number which sits above the worldwide average and the Asia-Pacific countries average. This huge long-term opportunity for the industry needs to be balanced with short-term political noise at times – for instance when China's press and publication regulator suspended the approval process for video games for several months last year, before releasing new rules.
Mobile gaming is now the industry's largest segment, contributing more than half of all game revenues, with 80% of those generated through smartphones and the rest from tablets. Mobile games are lucrative, mostly because they've mastered the free-to-play model which in turn leverages massively the use of micro-transactions (in-app purchases). In 2018 alone, Apple App Store and Google Play together generated around $50bn of gross revenue from mobile games. Upcoming 5G and unlimited data will further underpin mobile gaming trends.
Around 400m people watch eSports globally and this staggering number is expected to grow to around 850m by 2025. ESports are electronic sports. They are competitive computer gaming events attended online and in massive arenas where, similar to traditional sports, professional winning teams or individual players can now expect to receive endorsements and potentially millions in prize money. How do eSports generate revenues? Well much like traditional sports, with media rights deals, sponsorship deals, and ticket and merchandise sales. It is still relatively under-monetised, with revenues estimated at $0.7bn today but industry experts see it grow into a $20bn market by 2025.
Cloud gaming / subscription services announcements from new entrants such as Google Stadia, Microsoft Project xCloud or Apple Arcade (subscription) are coming fast and furious. These are new digital gaming platforms, that will work on existing desktops, laptops, TVs and Under the cloud gaming model (Stadia/xCloud), the game content is not stored on the player's device or disc. Instead, the game is executed on powerful servers and then streamed to the gamer's device. The heavy computing lifting is done at server level, easing the burden on the gamer's device. It removes the need for up-front hardware spend, hence lowering the barriers to adoption. These are positive changes for the video game publishers as they significantly expand the total addressable market. For instance, the installed base of consoles is currently just 100-150m, compared with over 300m smart TVs already. Anyone up for a battle royale game in a driverless car?
We believe these structural changes fundamentally benefit the business model of Ubisoft, one of the world's largest developers, publishers and distributors of video computer games for consoles, PCs and mobile.
The company has produced many phenomenally successful games franchises, which are now household names. Tom Clancy's the Division and Watch Dogs are two of the top three best-selling new franchises of all time and the product suite is augmented by other titles such as Assassin's Creed, Rainbow Six Siege, Ghost Recon and Far Cry. The recently launched Division 2 has received critical acclaim for its combat, mission designs and a beautiful open world brimming with reasons to explore. It was the most downloaded title for the PlayStation Store in the US and EU, respectively, for March.
Thanks to greater digitalisation and in-game monetisation with associated increased longevity for games franchises, companies like Ubisoft are deriving ever-higher amounts of revenue from their back catalogue. The result of this trend is less cyclicality for developers, who previously had to rely on constantly turning out the next blockbuster release. New content failing to meet expectations still presents a risk, but with recurring revenues now making up 20% of total for Ubisoft and forecasted to grow to 25% over 2019, this risk is lessened. On digital platforms, Ubisoft is also well positioned as the war heats up between the leader Steam and contenders such as Epic store. For instance, the Division 2 is an exclusive on the Epic Store.
In 2018 Chinese internet giant Tencent took a 5% stake in Ubisoft and the two companies signed a strategic partnership to grow Ubisoft's franchises in China. Tencent's position in the market makes this opportunity hugely exciting and they can provide their local expertise to help with the approval process for games with the Chinese regulator and to ensure the games appeal to the taste of the Chinese consumer.
On the Cloud gaming front, Assassin's Creed Odyssey is one of only three titles confirmed for Google Stadia. In the near term such cloud gaming initiatives are positive for Ubisoft as the likes of Google or Apple need premium, AAA content from leading studios to entice gamers. Both Google and Apple have already spent hundreds of millions of dollars to secure content and are providing incentives (lower platform fees, paying for exclusivity, or minimum guarantees) for more. On the flip side, the entry of such well-funded players could pose some risks to incumbent publishers in the long run. Indeed, the cost of attracting/retaining talent could rise as they develop their in-house studios.
To top it off on Ubisoft, financials for the company are solid, with hardly any debt on the balance sheet (net debt/equity at 5.5%), strong margin and continued strong growth – estimated CAGR sales for 2019-2021 at 12% and CAGR EPS at 86% over the same period.
All-in-all, we believe the video game industry is entering a new exciting phase of structural changes with significant growth opportunities for leading publishers, including Ubisoft. Ready player one?
At the time of writing, we held Ubisoft in portfolios.
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Петар Јокић (Топола, око 1770 — Топола, 24. април 1852.) звани и Тополац, један од значајних учесника у Првом устанку, заслужан је и због сакупљања грађе за историју бурног времена у коме је живео. Као устаник познат је углавном историчарима док је занимљивим подацима које је пружио историографији постао познат и ширим читалачким круговима.

Биографија
Петар Јокић је рођен у Тополи око 1779. године, а у време устанка, 1804. био је у млад човек у пуној снази. И дотле добро познат Карађорђу, Јокић већ првих дана устанка био је његова десна рука. Управо Јокић је један од оних који су бацили прву варницу у турске ханове и почели битку.

Од тога доба па кроз цео низ догађаја Јокић је бивао у непосредној Вождовој близини, поставши старешина, буљукбаша, личне Вождове гарде. Тако је Јокић имао прилике да види, чује, сазна и урадити много. Преживео је многе тешке ситуације на ратиштима и преболео много рана. Јуначан, поуздан, мудар и разборит, Јокић је у највећем друштву првих војвода водио с разлогом озбиљну реч. Прилике су често биле такве да је Вожд морао у критичним моментима остати без свога пратећег одреда и слати га тамо где је тренутно било најпотребније. Јокић често само добија наређења за покрет, без много објашњења. Године 1813. био је на Дрини и у Шапцу, одакле се с војводом Милошем Обреновићем припремао за заузеће Београда, али добише вест да су Београд већ узели Турци и да је Вожд прешао Саву. Тада настаје и необјављена песма која говори о односу буљукбаше Јокића и Вожда:

После пропасти устанка, 1813, живео је с породицом до 1838. у Земуну и трговао. По ослобођењу Србије Јокић се вратио у своју отаџбину и постао члан окружнога ваљевског суда, где је дочекао и пензију када је отишао у Тополу, место свога рођења. Ту је живео до смрти, 1852. године.

О казивањима Петра Јокића

До бележења успомена Петра Јокића дошло је углавном залагањем и спретношћу тада младог тополског учитеља, а касније добро познатог и за науку вишеструко заслужног Милана Ђ. Милићевића. "Познавши се — пише Милићевић — с Јокићем, ја сам му одлазио и радо и често, јер сам опажао да и он мене радо дочекује и, ако само један дан не дођем, шаље и тражи ме. Тако смо се нас двојица, за кратко време, били зближили да смо један другом некако били потребни.... Међу тим је он, кад год сам му отишао, причао врло интересне приче, о времену и о људима из првога устанка". Када му је било понуђено да се његова казивања записују, стари је ратник је одбио. Тек кад је Милићевић дошао као изасланик Српског Ученог Друштва, Јокић је пристао на понуду, па су његова казивања бележена током зиме 1851—1852. године. Тако је постао важан и популаран рад "Причање Петра Јокића о догађајима и људима из првог српског устанка", који је штампала Српска Краљевска Академија у XIV књизи часописа "Споменик". И поред пристанка да говори, Јокић је и даље остао штедљив у казивању. Вожда је представио као неуморног путника-пешака, са торбом о рамену, у којој носи своју основну храну (папула, погача, ракија).
Милан Ђ. Милићевић о томе пише: "Петар Јокић је био у многим бојевима. Мени је причао пред смрт да се находио у 65 прилика где се гинуло, где је дакле могао и он погинути. Он је однео у гроб неколико рана. Осем способности војничких, Јокић се одликовао још и великом разборитошћу и човечношћу у поступању. Писац ових редова, по жељи Српског Ученог Друштва, имао је срећу саслушавати овога старог ратника о раду Срба од 1804 —1813. Целу зиму године 1851|52 провео је у кући многопоштованог Петра Буљубаше, и наслушао се чудних прича из оног јуначког доба. Свршивши своје казивање, он је наскоро за тим и умро, 24. априла 1852, око четири ипо сата после по дне, и укопан је више олтара тополске цркве. Међу хартијама Срп. Уч. Друштва наћи ће се и неки животопис Петра Јокића који сам ја написао још 1852. године, и предао Друштву".
Његово сведочење није могло, по одлуци цензуре, да се појави за време владавине кнеза Александра Карађорђевића, већ знатно касније, тек 1891. године, па се отуда десило да Исидор Стојановић професор опште историје, ректор Београдског лицеја 1840/41. и 1845/46. заобиђе пишући о Првом српском устанку значајног и општепознатог Јокића и наводи Гају Пантелића.

Референце

Рођени 1770.
Умрли 1852.
Топољани
Учесници Првог српског устанка

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Diner: Raccoon River Brewing should stick to pub fare
Carlos Acevedo
Special to the Register
Raccoon River Brewing Co. is a downtown pub with an ambiance casual enough for a night out with friends but clean-cut enough for a family dinner. The house beers and menu are known for being populist, accessible fare: Ales and burgers are good here.
So how did the pork entree I tried last week go so wrong? It sounded intriguing enough — pork medallions on a crispy rice cake with spinach and shiitake mushroom cream sauce ($19.99). Sure, I'll bite.
But what came out made me think that the chef was trying out for an episode of "Chopped," that show where competitors attempt to prepare good food out of random ingredients. The pork, spinach and mushrooms were a hot mess on the plate with gravy-like sauce sloshed over the top. The rice cake underneath that was supposed to be crispy was gummy and flaccid. And then there were the two sauce drizzles (not noted on the menu) drawn in perfect circles around the food. One, an amber-tinged chile oil, the other a dark ring that tasted like balsamic syrup. Neither added significant flavor.
Unfortunately, I was also disappointed in the pizza there. Pizza should be a celebration — big flavors and an abundance of ingredients. Instead, Raccoon River's version seems meek, with a thin crust that tastes mostly of flour. And the way one piece of chicken was placed on each slice of a recent order of RRBC Bandit IPA chicken pizza ($14.99) struck me as fussy.
I will say that the menu is on much stronger footing with appetizers and burgers. An order of potato wedges, called brewery chips, ($6.99 for a half order, $10.99 for a full) was delicious. The potatoes were crispy outside and creamy inside with a generous topping of shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, bacon, green onions and sour cream.
And I was especially taken with the skillet nachos ($9.99), which put a spin on traditional nachos by making the nacho toppings into a dip and serving red, blue and yellow tortilla chips on the side. That's clever. My only quibble was that the "skillet" nachos were served on a platter and not in a skillet.
I also have not had a bad burger at Raccoon River yet, and I've enjoyed more than a few. They are elaborately topped affairs starting with an 8-ounce patty made with premium Iowa beef, according to the menu.
My top pick is the Yankee signature burger ($10.99), which sports applewood-smoked bacon, cheddar cheese and a very respectable barbecue sauce made in house with the brewery's own Bandit IPA.
Whatever funkiness is going on with some entrees and the pizza, Raccoon River is a fun place with live music, pool tables and an overall great ambiance. While I wouldn't try that pork dish again, I also wouldn't hesitate to go back for a house beer and a burger.
Raccoon River Brewing Co.: 3 stars
Find it: 200 10th St.
Hours: Bar — 11 a.m. to 11 p.m Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Dining — 11a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday
Info: 515-362-5222; www.raccoonbrew.com


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Symantec, Microsoft Duke It Out In Data Protection Arena
Symantec and Microsoft last week entered a new level in their rivalry with rollouts of their long-awaited, competing data protection software applications.
Symantec made its first major storage move since its Veritas acquisition with its release of Backup Exec 10d, which includes Backup Exec Continuous Protection Server. Microsoft, meanwhile, released its Microsoft System Center Data Protection Manager software.
Both applications are aimed at the nascent continuous data protection space, in which data changes are backed up immediately so users can return to any point in time to recover deleted, corrupted or modified files.
Symantec's Continuous Protection Server offers immediate backup of changed blocks in a file, while Microsoft's Data Protection Manager backs up those changes at set intervals, at most once per hour.
Because of the companies' dominance in the software market, the two have grabbed mind-share in what is getting to be a very crowded space that includes IBM Tivoli and a number of startups. They are expected to be joined by EMC in the near future.
With Continuous Protection Server, customers can eliminate their backup windows, or the time needed to perform a backup, said Michael Parker, senior product marketing manager of Backup Exec at Symantec, Cupertino, Calif. Backup Exec 10d is expected to ship Oct. 10.
Data Protection Manager, meanwhile, currently backs up a server's files but not data related to applications such as Microsoft Exchange, SQL Server and SharePoint, said Rakesh Narasimhan, general manager for the Windows Enterprise Management division of Microsoft, Redmond, Wash. However, the next version, slated to roll out in 18 to 24 months, is expected to include those capabilities and more.
Dann Langdan, senior network engineer at MicroMenders, a San Francisco-based solution provider, has looked at the Data Protection Manager beta and thinks the application will allow many customers to enhance their level of file protection. But, he said, Microsoft competitors that criticize Data Protection Manager as not being granular enough have a point.
"There are areas where customers would want higher granularity than one hour," he said.


Rafael L. Bras, an internationally respected authority in hydrology, has been appointed head of the Department of Civil Engineering, effective July 1.
He succeeds Professor David H. Marks, who has headed the department since 1985. Professor Marks was recently appointed to direct the School of Engineering's newly established Program in Environmental Engineering Education and Research (PEEER).
The appointment of Professor Bras, who holds the William E. Leonhard Professorship of Engineering, was announced by Dean of Engineering Joel Moses in a letter to department faculty dated May 27.
"I am pleased that Rafael has accepted the position as department head, and I expect that under his leadership the department will continue to develop leading educational and research programs," said Dean Moses, the D.C. Jackson Professor of Computer Science and Engineering.
As a hydrologist, Professor Bras has specialized in the interpretation of natural phenomena as random functions. He has been recognized for his use of modern probabilistic methods in the design of networks to monitor rainfall and river flow, and in rainfall and river discharge forecasting. Presently his interests span the areas of fluvial geomorphology and hydroclimatology.
From 1983 to 1991 Professor Bras was director of MIT's Ralph M. Parsons Laboratory for Water Resources and Hydrodynamics and headed the Water Resources and Environmental Engineering Division of the civil engineering department.
Professor Bras, who holds a joint academic appointment in the Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences, is associate director of the Center for Global Change Science.
He has been a member of the faculty since 1976 and holds three degrees from MIT, the SB and SM in civil engineering (1972 and 1974) and the ScD in water resources (1975). He was an assistant professor at the University of Puerto Rico before coming to MIT and has held visiting appointments at Universidad Simon Bolivar (Venezuela), International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (Austria), 1982-83, and the University of Iowa, 1989-90.
He is the author of two textbooks and three symposia proceedings and has written 67 refereed journal articles in hydrology, hydrometeorology and hydroclimatology.
He has been a member of the editorial boards of the Journal of Hydrology and Water Resources Research. From 1989-91 he served as an advisory board member for the National Science Foundation's Engineering Directorate. He is a member of the National Research Council's Board on Atmospheric Sciences and Climate, a member of the advisory subcommittee for NASA's Earth Sciences and Applications Division, and was a member of the Committee on Hydrology of the American Meteorological Society from 1988-90.
In June he will receive an honorary degree from the University of Perugia, Italy. Other honors include the Macelwane Award for significant contributions to the geosciences and the Horton Award, both from the American Geophysical Union (1982), a Guggenheim Fellow (1982) and the Winslow Career Development chair at MIT (1979-82).


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