Passport to the World
Explore Iran: The Land of Turqoise and Poetry!
Join Professor Pooran Lashini as she explores her homeland, Iran, where she was born
and raised.
Professor Lashini earned her Ph.D. in Humanities and Aesthetic Studies from the University
of
Texas at Dallas. Iran, formerly known as Persia, is one of the world's oldest civilizations
and is
home to one of the world's oldest faiths. With a population exceeding eighty million,
over sixty
percent of whom are under thirty, Iran is a dynamic and youthful country.
Monday, April 30th
11:00am-12:15pm
Courtyard Campus Room CY 122
This event is FREE and open to the public.
Light refreshments will be served.
Please contact WPisani@collin.edu for questions or to bring your class
London is Calling!
Come along with Professor Parker as she shares exciting memories from her time in London, England. In this presentation, you'll hear about famous landmarks, quirky food hideaways, and of course-—Hogwarts. After her presentation you will be inspired to fly overseas to visit "the Big Smoke" for yourself. (Download Flyer)
Monday, April 15th
11:30-12:45pm
Welcome Center, McKinney Campus
This event is FREE and open to the public.
Light refreshments will be served.
Please contact WPisani@collin.edu for questions or to bring your class
Out of Africa: 14 Days in the Botswana Bush!
Join Professor Stroman as she recounts her adventures in Africa. She will share her experiences and knowledge of this small country which boasts diverse ecosystems, including the iconic Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the world's largest population of African elephants.
Wednesday, February 28th
11:30-12:45pm
Frisco Campus. LH-131
This event is FREE and open to the public.
Light refreshments will be served.
Please contact WPisani@collin.edu for questions or to bring your class
A Journey To Russia!
Join Professor Parker as she recounts her adventures in Russia.
Attendees will gain a better appreciation of Russian culture, travel, and self-transformation. Join us as Professor Parker recounts sitting in the middle of a forest in Losevo, Russia, & teaching English to college students among other memories and experiences. (Download Flyer)
Canceled
Tuesday, November 14th
2:30-3:45pm
Andrea Mennen Welcome Center
Mckinney Campus
This event is FREE and open to the public.
Light refreshments will be served.
Please contact WPisani@collin.edu for questions or to bring your class
Learning & Leisure in Portugal!
Join adjunct professor of Spanish, Dr. David Hervás as he shares insights on being a traveler and a learner in these modern days. Come along to experience life in new places, approach another culture, and enjoy a piece of the life of Portugal during summer vacation. An intense seminar on Portuguese language and culture set the starting point to a trip through Portugal from Porto to Lisbon and beautiful towns and landscapes in between.
Tuesday, October 17th
11:30-12:45pm
Plano Campus. Conference Center AA135B
This event is FREE and open to the public.
Light refreshments will be served.
Please contact WPisani@collin.edu for questions or to bring your class