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Eye on Africa is a weekly seminar series that provides scholars, policy-makers, applied practitioners, students, and the interested public with cutting-edge and highly-contextualized knowledge about the African continent. Emerging and established scholars share the results of their recent research, with time for audience questions and comments. The series draws on a diverse group of presenters to create an inclusive, holistic view of African history, social movements, the economy, and politics.

*This event is part of the 65th Anniversary of the MSU African Studies Center Celebration!

For more than 30 years, International Studies and Programs has presented a series of distinguished awards to recognize individuals who have contributed positive, lasting change across the world through their efforts in international research, teaching and outreach. 

Recipients will be honored at the 2025 International Awards Ceremony on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. at the Kellogg Center. The event is open to all globally minded members of the extended Spartan community.

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Join Sundance Award-Winning Filmmaker Kalyanee Mam for an exploration of identity, memory, and healing through the lens of her work. "Taste of the Land" examines the profound journey of reconnecting with one's homeland and cultural roots half a century after genocide, offering powerful insights into resilience and reconciliation.

This event is made possible by the U.S. Department of Education Title VI Grant, administered by the MSU Asian Studies Center, and co-sponsored by the MSU James Madison College, Film Studies Program, and Peace & Justice Program.

Co-sponsors: Mekong Culture Well, MSU Asian Studies Center,  James Madison College, Film Studies Program, and Peace & Justice Program

MSU Film Collective Presents: TAN DE REPENTE

During this session, we will go over a detailed guide for education abroad students with accessibility considerations featured front and center, as well as the existing process for supporting these students during MSU education abroad programs. Valuable for all faculty intending to lead a study abroad experience, or anyone hoping to understand the grey area of disability a little better.

Presenters:

• Carly May Kalkauski, Student, James Madison College
• Hailee Ridge, Program Coordinator, Office for Education Abroad 
• Colleen Floyd, Access Specialist, Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities

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Education Abroad 101 (EA 101) is for anyone interested in studying abroad but isn't sure where to start! Topics covered include:

• Benefits of Education Abroad
• Things to Consider (courses, timing, budget)
• Program Types
• Cost Factors and Program Fees
• Scholarships and Funding
• Navigating the Website
• Searching for Programs
• Health, Safety and Security

At the end there will be a Q&A session where you can ask us any questions you may have.

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Never traveled before?  We've got you covered!

This workshop focuses on the basics from packing, flying, budgeting, communication, and more for students who have never traveled abroad. 

Gaby Baylor from the Office of Global Health, Safety and Security will also be on-hand to share health and safety information.

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Speakers: Myunghee Lee, Kalyanee Mam, and Sejuti Das Gupta

This panel discussion brings together professionals with unique perspectives on building unconventional careers related to Asia. Featuring panelists Myunghee Lee, Kalyanee Mam, and Sejuti Das Gupta, the event will also include Professor Amanda Flaim, with current student Lauren Pelon moderating the conversation. Join us to explore career paths that go beyond the traditional, gain insights, and connect with experts in the field.

Sponsors: Asian Studies Center, James Madison College

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Join us to learn how New Year is celebrated in South and Southeast Asia! Enjoy cultural performances, music, food, games, and prizes.

Participants:
MSU Asian Studies Center and MSU student organizations: Nepalese Students Association (NSAMSU), Sri Lankan Student Association (SLSA), Thai Club, and  Lao American Community of Michigan (LACM). 

Free parking available on campus!

This event is sponsored by the MSU Asian Studies Center.

Speaker: Samantha Smith, MSU Department of History

For many years, dancers and showgirls had union contracts with the American Guild of Variety of Artists (AGVA). Then in 1980, a full cast of dancers and performers with the "Casino de Paris" fought for unionized representation at the Dunes Hotel and Casino. What happened to the AGVA in Vegas, and what does the organization of dancers and showgirls tell us about labor issues in the postwar period?
 

All presentations take place in the Green Room, 4th floor, MSU Library from 12:00pm - 1:15pm ET, and are available as an online webinar at https://msu.zoom.us/j/97496813137. The password is odwodl.

Our Daily Work, Our Daily Lives

"Our Daily Work / Our Daily Lives" is a joint project that focuses on the artistic traditions of workers and on workplaces as contexts for the expression of workers culture. The richness and diversity of workers' experiences and workers culture is explored and presented through an ongoing series of exhibits, lectures, and presentations; writing and research projects; reunions; and demonstrations and discussions.

The program was established in 1992 and is coordinated by the Michigan Traditional Arts Program at the MSU Museum and the Labor Education Program in the College of Social Science's School of Human Resources and Labor Relations.