November 19: YPWACC Speaker Spotlight with Tayo Rockson
Join the Young Professionals and UNC Charlotte for an evening of conversation with Tayo Rockson, author and expert on diversity, equity, and inclusion!
October 28: YPWACC International Trivia Game Night
Join the Young Professionals for an evening of friendly international trivia! Everyone is welcome for this virtual competition.
October 15: YPWACC International Graduate School Workshop
Join the Young Professionals for a panel and discussion on graduate school! Our experts from around the world will discuss how to pick an internationally-focused program, prepare a competitive application, get a degree abroad, and general tips for success.
September 1: TMS “Ask Me Anything” With Robert Pearson, Former U.S. Ambassador to Turkey
Have you ever wondered what it's really like to be an ambassador? Movies and media can often depict this senior foreign service career as glitz, glamour, and Bond-like intrigue, but join us on September 1st to hear from former US Ambassador to Turkey, Robert Pearson, to discuss what day-to-day on the ground life can entail. Ask him anything!
June 18: TMS & WACC Samba Dance Workshop with Adriana Blanco, Director of the NC Brazilians Arts Project
One of the best ways to learn about a country is not just through its music, but through the rhythm and movement it inspires. Join us for a lively afternoon of the history of samba, culture, and dancing with the NC Brazilian Arts Project!
May 18: TMS Foreign Service Officer Exam Workshop (Virtual) with Kathryn Crockart, Mid-Atlantic Diplomat in Residence with the U.S. Department of State GalleryMay 18: TMS Foreign Service Officer Exam Workshop (Virtual) with Kathryn Crockart, Mid-Atlantic Diplomat in Residence with the U.S. Department of State
May 18: TMS Foreign Service Officer Exam Workshop (Virtual) with Kathryn Crockart, Mid-Atlantic Diplomat in Residence with the U.S. Department of State
Join The Magellan Society (Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte) on Monday, May 18 to speak with Kathryn Crockart, Mid-Atlantic Diplomat in Residence with the U.S. State Department, who will offer her insight into a career in the Foreign Service and the preparation required for the Foreign Service Office (FSO) exam.
April 29: TMS Zoom International Cocktail Happy Hour
Join The Magellan Society (the Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte) for a virtual international cocktail hour! Mix up a drink and come e-mingle with your favorite young professionals in the city.
April 21: TMS Virtual International Career Panel
Join TMS and UNC Charlotte to virtually network and hear several early-career professionals discuss the international elements of their careers in higher education, law, business, government, and nonprofits. The panelists will speak about their experiences and offer valuable advice to those about to enter the job market and pursue work in international fields.
March 26: TMS Documentary Screening & Discussion
Join The Magellan Society (the Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte) for a virtual TMS Documentary Screening & Discussion of "He Named Me Malala" on Thursday, March 26, 2020!
February 19: TMS Global Spotlight – China’s Road into Latin America
Join The Magellan Society (Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte) in partnership with UNC Charlotte's Office of International Programs as we host Dr. Greg Weeks for a lecture and discussion on "China's Road into Latin America."