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Monday
03/06/23

5th Annual Rustgi Undergraduate Conference on South Asia

Posted by Tim on March 6, 2023 in Academics, Event

Join student speakers, both domestic and international, as well as panel chairs from the University at Buffalo as they speak about some of the most important issues in South Asia. We will cover a diverse range of topics, discussing political, social, and environmental issues. 

Saturday, April 1, 2023 

In-Person (10 Capen Hall) + Zoom (register for link) 

NYC Council Member Shahana Hanif, Keynote Speaker

Council Member Shahana Hanif is the Council Member for Brooklyn’s 39th District. She was born and raised in Kensington, Brooklyn, and is the daughter of Bangladeshi Muslim immigrants. She is the product of public schools, an activist, community organizer, and public servant. Shahana is the first Muslim woman ever elected to the New York City Council and the first woman council member for the 39th District. She currently serves as the chair of the Immigration Committee and is one of the two co-chairs of the Progressive Caucus. 
 

 Being the First Muslim Woman Elected to the New York City Council: What This Means For the Muslim Community and the Future of our Democracy

This is a hybrid event, but registration is required

To register click this link Registration: 5th Annual Rustgi Undergraduate Conference on South Asia

For more information please contact:undergradsouthasiaconf@gmail.com

For the program, schedule click this link: Program Schedule