News and Events
Recent News
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Bollywood to Boardrooms: Hindi’s Rise as a Global Language
February 11, 2025
On February 11, 2025, the Consulate General of India in Atlanta hosted Bollywood to Boardrooms: Hindi’s Rise as a Global Language, a distinguished event that highlighted the growing influence of Hindi beyond cultural and national boundaries. The evening served as a platform to discuss the language’s significance in fostering cross-cultural connections, its role in the global professional sphere, and its deep-rooted presence in the arts, particularly through the lens of Bollywood.
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Dr Hyoun-A Joo and Dr Lina Tuschling receive Best Article Award
September 11, 2023
Congratulations to Dr. Hyoun-A Joo and Dr. Lina Tuschling for receiving the Best Article Award from the journal Die Unterrichtspraxis / Teaching German!
"Tesla in Grünheide: Growing Intercultural Competence Through Role-Play Simulation" (2022)
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Dr. Anthony F. Lemieux Joins Global Workshops and Panels to Tackle Online Extremism and Urban Development
June 26, 2023
Dr. Anthony F. Lemieux, co-director of the Atlanta Global Studies Center (AGSC), actively participates in international workshops and panels focused on tackling online extremism and addressing urban development. He tackled topics about research on online extremism and online extremist ecosystems, responsive and responsible cities, and transatlantic citizen engagement.
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Exploring Higher Education Linkages between Universities in Zimbabwe and Atlanta
May 25, 2023
Government officials, university representatives, and professionals in the field of education from Zimbabwe and Atlanta meet to discuss international collaboration and educational partnerships.
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K20 Arabic Teachers Workshop: Empowering Educators of Arabic Language and Culture
April 29, 2023
The Arabic Teachers Council of the South organized a K20 Arabic Teachers Workshop titled "Empowering Educators of Arabic Language and Culture" at Amana Academy, hosting speakers from diverse institutions who presented on various topics including project-based learning, virtual exchange, improving reading comprehension, and integrating Arabic grammar. The workshop aimed to strengthen the capacity of Arabic teachers in the southern U.S. states by providing professional development opportunities and fostering a community of support.
Recent Press Coverage
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Global Atlanta organizes forum to discuss Hindi’s Rise as a Global Language
April 4, 2025
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dECOlonial Feelin Symposium to Bring Art, Activism, and Scholarship to St. Croix
March 4, 2025
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‘Bollywood to Boardrooms’ Examines Hindi’s Influence on Global Commerce and Culture
February 27, 2025
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Bollywood to Boardrooms: Hindi’s Rise as a Global Language
February 21, 2025
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Three ways universities can enhance teacher engagement with the Sustainable Development Goals
October 30, 2024
Upcoming Events
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RCE Greater Atlanta Spring Quarterly Meeting
April 15, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: Create ATL, 900 Murphy Avenue, SW, Atlanta, GA
RSVP now for our next network gathering at the Spring 2025 Quarterly Meeting, on April 15 from 4:00 - 6:30 pm, at CreateATL, and a tour of the Lifecycle Building Center from 3:00 - 3:45 pm! This meeting will highlight the Mentorship Program and the students in the SDG Futures Fellows program as they present on their work with community partners. As always, the quarterly meetings are also a great opportunity to connect with fellow members and stay updated!
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Atlanta Studies Symposium 2025
May 2, 2025, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Location: Morehouse College
Excited to share that the Atlanta Studies Symposium 2025 is set to bring together scholars, researchers, and community leaders to explore pressing social, cultural, economic, and environmental issues shaping Atlanta.