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CONFLICT AND CONTEXT: UNDERSTANDING THE CURRENT CRISIS BETWEEN UKRAINE AND RUSSIA
February 11, 2022
Over the past few months, we have increasingly turned our attention to the rising tensions between Ukraine and Russia. Much news coverage has discussed the diplomatic talks, meetings between global leaders, and possible threats of invasion.
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH: THE LEGACY OF BLACK LEADERS IN DIPLOMACY AND FOREIGN AFFAIRS
February 11, 2022
This month, UNC World View is excited to celebrate Black History Month by sharing resources on the history of Black American leaders in global affairs.
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JOIN THE NORTH CAROLINA — MOLDOVA SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP PROJECT
February 1, 2022
The NC Secretary of State Office is currently working on a School Partnership Project with Moldova, an educational program supported by the US Embassy in Moldova and the US State Department. This project is aimed to develop classroom-to-classroom partnerships between NC and Moldova schools.
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COMPETITION AND CONFLICTS: BOYCOTTS IN OLYMPIC HISTORY
January 12, 2022
While the Olympics shine a light on star athletes from around the world, they also can bring attention to geopolitical conflicts between participating nations. We were reminded of the cultural and political significance of the Olympic Games as, this past winter, the United States announced a diplomatic boycott of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.
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GO FOR THE GOLD! GLOBALLY-FOCUSED LESSONS ON THE OLYMPICS AND PARALYMPICS
January 10, 2022
As we approach the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics and Paralympics, many educators and students are looking forward to watching athletes from around the globe compete. UNC World View recognizes that this international event provides an excellent opportunity for educators to incorporate globally-focused lessons across disciplines.
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