CRSP Speaker Series
DEC. 10—The University of Pittsburgh School of Work’s Center on Race & Society Problems will host its Fall 2015 Speaker Series from 12-1:30 p.m. at the University of Pittsburgh, 2017 Cathedral of Learning, Fifth Ave., Oakland. The topic is “Multiracial in the Workplace: A New Kind of Discrimination?” The guest host will be Tanya Hernandez, a professor at Fordham University School of Law. Her scholarly interest is in the study of comparative race relations and anti-discrimination law. A lunch will be provided and registration is not required. For more information, email crsp@pitt.edu.
Promotion Ceremony
DEC. 12—The Gateway Medical Society will host its Journey to Medicine Promotion Ceremony from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Herberman Conference Center, 5150 Centre Ave., Shadyside. Students will present their special projects as well as be recognized for their participation in this medical program. Reservations are required. For more information, call Tamara Reese at 412-281-4086 or email administration@gatewaymedicalsociety.org.
Coats & Cocktails
DEC. 17—The Pittsburgh Black Media Federation will host its “Coats & Cocktails” holiday happy hour and coat drive from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Savoy Restaurant, 2623 Penn Ave., Strip District. Guests will enjoy a laid-back vibe, great music, complimentary hors d’oeuvres for the first happy hour and drink specials. Donations of coats and accessories will go to Gwen’s Girls. For more information, email Bofta Yimam at specialevents@pbmf.org.
Operation Home
DEC. 19—The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh will host its Operation Home Program from 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. at the Urban League, 2nd floor, 610 Wood St., Downtown. This intense monthly seminar on homeownership is designed to educate prospective homebuyers and arm them with the basic knowledge to navigate the path to mortgage qualification and maintaining homeownership. The program includes one eight-hour workshop and a follow-up one on one counseling session. Registration is requested. For more information, call Paulette Tarrant at 412-227-4815.
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