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The Bhis\u00e9 Center for Global Understanding both creates events that expose the Adelphi community to globally important issues and incorporates its mission<\/a> into existing University traditions.<\/p>\n

This may take the form of an author talk, a faculty lecture, or deep involvement in Adelphi\u2019s annual Scholarship and Creative Works Conference<\/a>. These events are routes to opening minds, growing knowledge of the past and building a better future for the world.<\/p>\n

\"Amitav

Dr. Amitav Ghosh (right), award-winning author, global thinker, environmentalist, and climate advocate, delivered a thought-provoking lecture as part of the Bhis\u00e9 Center for Global Understanding\u2019s Global Lecture Series at Adelphi University.<\/p><\/div>\n

Global Lecture Series and Speakers<\/h2>\n

Gain knowledge and a global perspective at <\/span>Bhis\u00e9 Center for Global Understanding-sponsored events featuring renowned speakers<\/a>. You can also catch up on lectures and events you missed and develop a deeper understanding of the world when it\u2019s convenient for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Extraordinary Minds: Student Campaign for Goa Conservation<\/h2>\n

Carolina Chaves and Michelle Sarker devised their Greening Goa campaign after experiencing the natural beauty of India. As students in Adelphi\u2019s Bhis\u00e9 Global Understanding Project, they\u2019re thinking globally and preparing themselves for leadership roles in our world.<\/p>\n

The Bhis\u00e9 Global Understanding Project, funded by a generous gift from Adelphi University alumnus\u00a0<\/span>Bharat Bhis\u00e9, MBA \u201978<\/a>, is a multidisciplinary program focused on exploring critical global issues and educating students to think globally. The program welcomes and encourages the involvement and perspectives from across the University, including business, the humanities, the sciences, the arts and the health professions.<\/p>\n