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Professor experiences conflict firsthand during Academic Exchange trip

Professor Ilia Murtazashvili was in Israel as part of the Academic Exchange program when war broke out last month. Amid the feelings of tension and fear, he found another, perhaps unexpected, feeling—joy.

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New video highlights Pitt, SPIA commitment to fostering civil discourse and productive conversations

The University of Pittsburgh is center stage in a new video released by the Institute for Citizens & Scholars and College Presidents for Civic Preparedness. 

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A book release and a Fulbright announcement for Professor and CGM Director

A book release years in the making and the announcement of this year's Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Awards made for an exciting week for SPIA Professor Jennifer Brick Murtazashvili.