International Speaker Series
The International Speaker Series at UNC Charlotte is a long-standing initiative that offers the campus community an opportunity to hear from internationally renowned experts in various fields. The speakers discuss topics that range from economics, to globalization, to foreign policy. Consequently, attending an International Speaker Series event provides a platform to stay current on pertinent topics. This initiative is a joint effort, co-sponsored by the: Charlotte Global, World Affairs Council of Charlotte, and Atkins Library.
If you plan to attend, please complete the registration form.
Faculty who want to participate are requested to indicate if they are attending with a class and/or need arrangements for an extra credit sign-in sheet at the event’s welcome desk.
Upcoming Event
The AI Power Race: America’s Domestic Resilience, Critical Minerals and geopolitical implication by Asha castleberry-hernadez
Event Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Event Time: 12:00-1:00 PM
Location: Bonnie E. Cone Center 161
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming a defining pillar of national and global power. The future of AI will shape America’s economic competitiveness, workforce, infrastructure, military capabilities, energy demands, and national security while simultaneously transforming the strategic relationship between the United States and the world. This presentation examines the emerging AI competition through both a domestic and geopolitical lens. At home, the United States must address the opportunities and disruptions created by AI.
Past Events
The Future of International Education: Virtualizing the World by Dr. Tomislav z. LonginoviĆ
Event Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Event Time: 2:00-3:00 PM
Location: Popp Martin Student Union Room 262
In his talk, “The Future of International Education: Virtualizing the World – Teaching Istria (Croatia) to Americans: Notes from an Emeritus Professor” Dr. Longinović explored how technology, AI, and digital learning are reshaping cross-cultural exchange, redefining global citizenship, and expanding access to education beyond borders.
Dr. Longinović is one of today’s most compelling voices in global education and cultural studies. He holds degrees in Clinical Psychology, Creative Writing, and Comparative Literature from the University of Belgrade and the University of Iowa, and served as a Professor at the
University of Wisconsin–Madison and a Visiting Professor at Harvard. Don’t miss this opportunity to examine language and cultural transformation in a rapidly globalizing world.
Event Date: Thursday, September 4th, 2025 Event Time: 3:30- 4:30 PM Location: PMSU 262 Fahad Nazer was appointed as Official Spokesperson for the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in the United States in January 2019. Prior to his appointment, he was a political analyst with recognized expertise on political, social, and economic developments in Saudi Arabia […]
Event Date: February 25, 2025 Event Time: 3:30- 5:00 PM Location: Halton Reading Room, Atkins Library Come hear Nicole Binter-Bakshian the Ambassador of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to the United States, provide unique insights into the strong and enduring relationship between Luxembourg and the U.S., highlighting areas of collaboration in diplomacy, trade, and global […]
Event Date: November 12, 2024Event Time: 3:30 – 5:00PMLocation: Popp Martin Student Union, Room 261 Join us for a round table discussion with Major Generals Garrett Yee and Shane Buzza where they will discuss what role technology will play in the military’s future. Please RSVP as space is limited for this special event.