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Fostering Global Insight, Building Shared Futures

The Global Studies Center promotes critical thinking and practical engagement with the world through the interdisciplinary study of globalization. About us »

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For Students

The Center offers academic credentials to students who desire a deeper understanding of social and economic inequality in transnational context.

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For Faculty

Over 230 University of Pittsburgh faculty members are affiliated with the Global Studies Center.

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We're happy to support our community with resources, sponsored activities, and innovative programming.

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Inspiring Global Minds: The Governor’s School for Global and International Studies Returns to Pitt

This summer, the Governor’s School for Global and International Studies returned to the University of Pittsburgh’s main campus for a unique program…

3 Pitt faculty have been named Fulbright scholars

Three University of Pittsburgh faculty members have received Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Awards from the U.S. Department of State and the…

Vidya Surti poses with a pamphlet for RAD, the Allegheny Regional Asset District, which promotes quality of life in Allegheny County

From Global Insights to Local Impact: How The Global Health Certificate Shaped My Pittsburgh Experience

Vidya Surti, a 2024 graduate of Pitt and recipient of a Global Health certificate, was recently honored on the Pittsburgh Business Times 30 Under 30…

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