The Global
Studies Center (GSC) is a bustling center of opportunities and events. Check back often for the latest
announcements and events from the GSC. All events take place in the Global Studies Center in Wright
Hall unless otherwise noted.
Commencement & Reunion Weekends
Reunion & Commencement
Weekend 2012
American Studies Diploma Program 50th Anniversary Celebration
Since its founding 50 years ago, over 400 men and women from all over the world have received
the Diploma in American Studies from Smith College. Celebrate this milestone by participating in the
Smith College Reunion weekend. There will be a program of special activities and events that will be
complemented by the opportunity to participate in such Reunion events as the Alumnae Parade and a panel
on Smith's role in the international community.
Friday, May 25 - Saturday, May 26.
View the complete schedule.
Global Issues Panel Discussion
In celebration of Smith's programs in global studies and the preparation of women global leaders, this
panel moderated by President Carol Christ will bring notable alumnae together to discuss contemporary
global issues that affect us all.
Saturday, May 26, 3:00 p.m.
Centers for Engagement, Learning and Leadership Reception
Reception for the Center for Community Collaboration; the Center for Environment, Ecological Design & Sustainability;
the Center for Work & Life; and the Global Studies Center.
Saturday, May 26, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wright Hall
Women's Global Leadership Summit
Smith College will present the Women's Global Leadership Summit, October 11-14, 2012. The event will celebrate Smith's long-standing commitment to producing women ready, willing, and able to lead on the global stage. For more information, contact the Events Management Office.
EVENTS
Fall 2012
Look for these events and more next fall.
Global Salon: an opportunity for the Smith community to gather to discuss global issues and meet with special guests from around the world.
- Bridging the US & World as a First Generation American with special guest Alexis Salsedo-Surovov
- Voices of Afghanistan and more with special guest Ranjanaa Devi
- Special guest Kim Gandy, former president of NOW, currently Feminist Majority Foundation
WHAW (What's Happening Around the World): an open forum for the Smith community to learn about and discuss global issues in the news.
- Topics to be determined based on current events in the news.
