Session Schedule

All sessions take place in the Library Fishbowl (Lib 209) unless otherwise indicated

February 12, 2024

Come hear from student returnees about their experiences with study abroad.

11:00am to 11:50am

Megan Mefford/Kerry Gonzales

misconceptions about studying abroad in developing countries

12:00pm to 12:50pm

Nick Salgado-Stanley

We will explore some of the most significant developments in the region today. How does the region fit into today's world? Which countries and issues should we keep an eye on in the coming years?

2:00pm to 2:50pm

Suzanne Pasztor

There's no doubt that immigration is a hot topic for the United States. But how does the US immigration system actually work? Come join me for an introduction to the modern US immigration system and how we got to be here today.

3:00pm to 3:50pm

Alex Freitag (afreitag@chirla.org)

Because we are a multicultural society, sometimes we perceive our surroundings as a microcosm of the world—we have little Bangladesh in LA, Little Ethiopia in DC, the Basque Block in Boise. We regularly use words from languages like Algonquin, Nahuatl, Guarani, and Romani. We eat curry, pupusas, and dim sum. Social media may connect us to dance crazes in Japan, and memes from Norway but there is still much that we haven’t absorbed yet, much that we do not see, and being aware of this may help us to reframe our understanding of the world beyond our borders and what it offers.

4:00pm to 4:50pm

Jonathan Maiullo jonathan-maiullo@redwoods.edu

The talk will highlight key lessons learned around preparation, context, trust and flexibility through a retrospective view of my 40 years of career interchanges with Latin America.

5:00pm to 6:50pm

Keynote Speaker: Denise Stanley - Goodwin Forum (NHE 102)

February 13, 2024

Peace Corps Day: Hear from Returned Peace Corps Volunteers about their experiences in the Peace Corps

10:00am to 10:50am

Beth Wilson

Peace Corps Day: Learn about the different types of PC jobs, the applicaton process, and strategies for success

11:00am to 11:50am

Sean Murphy, Peace Corps Recruiter

Peace Corps Day: Learn about the requirements and benefits of obtaining a PC certificate

12:00pm to 12:50pm

Mateo Dean

An Explorition of Donor Collaborations in Addressing Syrian Forced Migration/Refugees in Turkey, Jordan, and Lebanon, and Host Communities' Responds.

1:00pm to 1:50pm

Tabasum Wolayat

In recent years, questions have arisen on the ethics of research and leisure travel. When considering whether to study abroad, undertake international research, take a job abroad, or take a vacation, more and more people are considering the power dynamics of travel from the Global North to the Global South (or even travel within the so-called "Global North," such as to Hawai'i). Professor Kirk will share her experience as a volunteer and later scholar-activist in Palestine-Israel and the ethical, political, and practical questions to consider where, when, and how to travel. Time available for questions and group discussion on these topics.

2:00pm to 2:50pm

Gabi Kirk

Traditionally, students have been told about culture shock as a way to prepare them to go abroad and reverse culture shock on their return. This session is about reseach at Long Beach and Humboldt on how to shift away from asking students to adapt by enabling them to transfom their experience through what's called the 'model 8'. If you are going abroad (or have been abroad) this session may help you integrat this experience into your life.

3:00pm to 3:50pm

Alison Holmes

Lucas will describe the unorthodox process of developing an international humanitarian aid organization from scratch, from first principals. He will also briefly talk about the nature of humanitarian aid, the two other kitchens under construction in Central America and the Middle East, and the geopolitical situation in these three regions. He will then relate these themes to the particular ambitions of the students in attendance, to help them navigate their own trajectory.

5:00pm to 6:50pm

Featured Speaker: Lucas Wilcox, Altruist Relief Kitchen - Library Fishbowl

February 14, 2024

Session explores various aspects of conducting ethnographic research on environmental and public health in polluted waterscapes in the Amazon region and in Central America

10:00am to 10:50am

Gordon Ulmer, Anthropology

Info session about applying for a Fulbright Fellowship, Department of State, and Department of Education grants to either teach or conduct research abroad.

11:00am to 11:50am

Tani Sebro, Politics

Obesity is one of today’s most visible yet neglected public health problems. Millions will suffer from severe health disorders if immediate action is not taken. Dr. Kwon will present an innovative approach to solving the obesity problem and the Cal Poly Humbodlt Exercise is Medicine On Campus movement.

12:00pm to 12:50pm

Young Kwon, School of Applied Health

In depth discussion of the history and legacy of the Peace of Westphalia as a watershed moment in international diplomacy, tolerance/co-existence, and political economy.

1:00pm to 1:50pm

Professor Marschke

Learn about the exciting programs that we offer, what's included, and what to expect.

3:00pm to 3:50pm

Joseph Diémé and Mateo Dean

A Global Dance Show featuring dance styles from around the world.

5:00pm to 7:50pm

Tani Sebro and Kyleigh Brine - Goodwin Forum (NHE 102)

February 15, 2024

Will be part of my PSCI 240: Intro to IR Class

9:00am to 9:50am

Noah Zerbe

USAC brings high-quality international academic programs to students through study abroad opportunities around the world. With over 50 affordable programs in 26 countries, USAC strives to provide students witha ample opportunities to become engaged, global citizens. Come learn from our USAC rep. about opportinies for you to study abroad.

10:00am to 10:50am

Chuck Petranek - USAC & Cal Poly's Study Abroad Office (Kerry Gonzales/Megan Mefford)

Students will talk about experiences while pareting in the ISLP Mexico trip. Working in the CRISMA physicla therapy clinic.

11:00am to 11:50am

Kenna Bartlett

Learn about the work of Pacific Links Foundation in preventing forced labor and human trafficking through education. Discussion of TESL/TEFL opportunities in Viet Nam.

12:00pm to 12:50pm

Diane Trương, Director of Communications & Operations, Pacific Links Foundation; Janelle Adsit, Associate Professor, English

This talk will discuss non-tariff barriers to trade and the politcal reasons/implications

1:00pm to 1:50pm

Nicola Matthews

Diplomat in Residence, Ryan Gliha will discuss joining the Foreign Service

2:00pm to 2:50pm

State Dept - Ryan Gliha

This talk will address the disturbing trend of right-wing populism around the world. With the election of anti-democratic populist leaders in several long-established democracies such as India, Brazil (and the United States) we have seen the erosion of foundational norms, rules, and institutions critical for democratic governance. Her research addresses the impact of right-wing populist leaders on foreign policy, international cooperation, and democratic values, and examines how populism facilitates democratic decline.

3:00pm to 3:50pm

Featured Speaker: Amy Skonieczny

Diplomat in Residence, Ryan Gliha will offer information and insights on internships with the State Department

4:00pm to 4:50pm

State Dept - Ryan Gliha

Film: Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Mathai

5:00pm to 7:50pm

Joseph Dieme - Goodwin Forum (NHE 102)

February 16, 2024

A discussion about students' service learning experience at CRISMA physical therapy clinic in Mexico.

9:00am to 9:50am

Virgina Rodriguez, Sophia V.,Alondra Rangel

A discussion about students' service learning experience at CRISMA physical therapy clinic in Mexico.

10:00am to 10:50am

Dominic Gallardo, Jason Arcilla, Josue Ramos

CEA CAPA brings high-quality international academic program to students through study abroad opportunities around the world in a multitude of disciplines to include STEM, Arts & Humanities and Professional Studies. Come learn about opportunities to study abroad with CEA/CAPA.

11:00am to 11:50am

Matt Janus - CEA/CAPA & Cal Poly's Study Abroad Office (Megan Mefford/Kerry Gonzales)

Fadhel is an associate professor of international studies and economics at Denison University. He is on sabbatical in Kenya and will be sending a video recording of his talk.

12:00pm to 12:50pm

Fadhel Kaboub, Denison University

The publication of Black Metal Rainbows marks the academic study of anti-fascist and gender-nonconforming black metal. This is a casual discussion of the global connections between revolutionary heavy metal scenes in challenging prevailing culture. We'll discuss several case-studies to bring into focus the communicative culture change of revolutionary heavy metal. Discussion will include explicit intersectional dialogue about heavy topics including violence, trans expression, and direct action.

1:00pm to 1:50pm

Maxwell Schnurer, Communication Department

Students will discuss their experiences working at the CRISMA therapy clinic in Mexico and the social interactions and cultural differences surrounding the trip.

3:00pm to 3:50pm

Midalia Garcia, Juliann Johnson, Brenda Gonzalez