Global Studies Anniversary Event
October 17-18, 2026
Global Studies will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of its MA program and the 10th anniversary of its PhD program with a special Anniversary Event during All Gaucho Reunion Weekend!
This page will be updated regularly with event information, schedules, and announcements leading up to our event.
Panels
LOOKING BACK
Early faculty and members from the first MA Cohort discuss the beginnings of the Global Studies graduate program
Moderators: Dan Fibiger, MA 2008 & Amberjae Freeman, MA 2008
Panelists: Manfred Steger, Rich Appelbaum, Mark Juergensmeyer, & Giles Gunn
LOOKING FORWARD
An alumni panel discusses how Global Studies shaped their careers and reflect on changing needs in public and private sector work
Moderators: Amanda Chen, MA 2008 & Paul Lynch, MA 2008
Panelists: Koudai J Nakagawa, Yenly Stevens, Lucy August-Perna, Rachael Drew, & Nico Pascal
Recipients of the Kendra Chiota Payne Global Studies Award discuss their work advancing women globally, and the lasting impact of Kendra's legacy
Moderator: Carol Peasly
Panelists: Felicia Graham, Michael Cianos, Sadaf Delawar, Paula Gonzalez, & Alena Shalaby
Stay Connected
To help us keep you informed about this event and other alumni activities, please take a few moments to complete our Alumni Contact and Anniversary Event Form.
Questions? Please contact our Graduate Program Advisor, Hailey Fletcher: Hfletcher@ucsb.edu