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SUMMARY:Bridges Across the Pacific: South Korea and the U.S. Today
DESCRIPTION:As the world changes and the Indo-Pacific region becomes more important than ever\, the partnership between the United States and the Republic of Korea (ROK) remains a key ingredient for stability\, innovation\, and progress. \nJoin us for a special event that brings together top experts to talk about the future of U.S.–Korea relations\, covering  everything from trade and security to shared economic goals. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking conversation about how the U.S. and Korea can work together to build a strong\, successful future. \n  \nThis program is made possible through a grant from the World Affairs Councils of America and the Korea Economic Institute (KEI). KEI’s Future of Korea is an outreach program that strengthens interest in U.S.-Korea relations with community members\, scholars\, and students outside of the DC metropolitan area. Through the grant\, we’ll be visited by a delegation of Korean experts from the U.S. State Department\, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea\, and a member of KEI.  \n  \nMore on the delegation: \nJesse K. Finkel\, Republic of Korea and Mongolia Unit Chief for the Office of Korean and Mongolian Affairs\, U.S. State Department \nSeungtae (Sante) Hong\, Head of the Economic Section and Counselor\, Embassy of Korea \nEllen Kim\, director of academic affairs\, KEI \n  \nWith thanks to our local partners: Calvin University’s January Series \n  \nRSVPs and Tickets \nThis program is free and open to the public. No registration is needed to attend the event. \n  \nParking \nFree parking is available on campus.
URL:https://worldmichigan.org/event/south-korea/
LOCATION:Recital Hall\, Covenant Fine Arts Center\, 1795 Knollcrest Circle Southeast\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
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SUMMARY:Global Mixer: Japanese Movies
DESCRIPTION:For the month of October\, we invite you to explore the world of Japanese genre movies with two upcoming films: \nJoin us at the Wealthy Theatre on Monday\, October 6 at 8pm for the 1977 Japanese comedy horror film House.  Directed and produced by Nobuhiko Obayashi\, House is about a schoolgirl traveling with her six friends to her ailing aunt’s country home\, where they come face to face with supernatural events as the girls are\, one by one\, devoured by the home.  Purchase your tickets online or at the door. \nWealthy Theatre is located at 1130 Wealthy St. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49506\, with parking behind the theatre or on the street. \nAfterwards we will have a quick cocktail at the Meanwhile to chat about the movie. \nTickets and information on the Wealthy Theatre website \nContinuing our Japanese movie month\, we will head to Celebration Cinema North on Sunday\, October 19 at 3:20pm for the animated fantasy film Spirited Away written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki.  Spirited Away follows a young girl named Chihiro “Sen” Ogino\, who moves to a new neighborhood and inadvertently enters the world of kami (spirits of Japanese Shinto folklore).  Purchase your tickets at the door or online. \nCelebration Cinema North is located at 2121 Celebration Dr NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49525 \nAfterwards we will enjoy a refreshing cold or hot tea at Jade Tea. \nTickets and information on the Celebration Cinema North website
URL:https://worldmichigan.org/event/global-mixer-japan-movies/
LOCATION:Wealthy Theatre\, 1130 Wealthy St. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506
CATEGORIES:Global Mixer
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SUMMARY:Covering Global Health: A Journalist’s Perspective with NPR's  Fatma Tanis
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging evening with NPR international correspondent Fatma Tanis as she shares powerful stories from the front lines of global health. Drawing from her reporting around the world\, Tanis will explore how health challenges and solution cross borders\, impact communities\, and reveal our shared humanity. \n  \nMore on Fatma Tanis\, Global Health Correspondent\, NPR \n  \nThis program is the first in a series titled: \nLiving Better in West Michigan: A Global Health Perspective  \nHealth\, longevity and quality of life vary depending on where you live\, but do they have to? In this series\, explore the factors that lead to people living longer lives here and in other parts of the world and how increased knowledge of healthcare systems can help us address the real health needs in our communities.\n  \nWith thanks to our sponsoring partners at Kent District Library \nand Calvin University’s January Series \nRSVPs and Tickets \nThis program is free and open to the public. If you wish to view a recording of the program\, register below to receive a link. \n  \nParking \nFree parking is available at the library.
URL:https://worldmichigan.org/event/covering_global_health/
LOCATION:Kentwood Branch (Richard L. Root)\, Kent District Library\, 4950 Breton Rd SE\,\, Kentwood\, MI\, 49508\, United States
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SUMMARY:Behind the Breakthroughs: Changing Communities with Dr. Peter Jones\, Van Andel Institute
DESCRIPTION:From lifesaving vaccines to groundbreaking cancer treatments\, medical research institutions are at the heart of health innovation\, with benefits that extend well beyond the medical breakthroughs. Focusing on Grand Rapids’ own Van Andel Institute\, join us for a conversation with VAI’s President and Chief Scientific Officer\, Dr. Peter Jones\, as he shares how centers of discovery like Van Andel not only shape global health but also improve the lives of people right here in our communities. \n  \nMore on Dr. Peter Jones\, President and Chief Scientific Officer\, Van Andel Institute \n  \nThis program is the second in a series titled: \nLiving Better in West Michigan: A Global Health Perspective  \nHealth\, longevity and quality of life vary depending on where you live\, but do they have to? In this series\, explore the factors that lead to people living longer lives here and in other parts of the world and how increased knowledge of healthcare systems can help us address the real health needs in our communities.\n  \nWith thanks to our sponsoring partners at Kent District Library \nand Calvin University’s January Series \nRSVPs and Tickets \nThis program is free and open to the public. If you wish to view a recording of the program\, register below to receive a link. \n  \nParking \nFree parking is available at the library.
URL:https://worldmichigan.org/event/peter_jones/
LOCATION:Kentwood Branch (Richard L. Root)\, Kent District Library\, 4950 Breton Rd SE\,\, Kentwood\, MI\, 49508\, United States
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SUMMARY:Training for Impact: How Medical Schools Shape Community and Global Health with Dr. Charles Hong\, MSU
DESCRIPTION:Medical schools do more than educate future doctors. They are also engines of innovation and research and are on the front lines of community care. This program explores how medical schools\, including Michigan State University\, contribute to solving some of the world’s most pressing health challenges\, from combating pandemics to advancing health equity. Join us for a look at how these institutions train the next generation of health leaders and improve lives both locally and worldwide.  \n  \nMore on Dr. Charles Hong\, Chair of Medicine\, Michigan State University School of Medicine \n  \nThis program is the last in a series titled: \nLiving Better in West Michigan: A Global Health Perspective  \nHealth\, longevity and quality of life vary depending on where you live\, but do they have to? In this series\, explore the factors that lead to people living longer lives here and in other parts of the world and how increased knowledge of healthcare systems can help us address the real health needs in our communities.\n  \nWith thanks to our sponsoring partners at Kent District Library \nand Calvin University’s January Series \nRSVPs and Tickets \nThis program is free and open to the public. If you wish to view a recording of the program\, register below to receive a link. \n  \nParking \nFree parking is available at the library.
URL:https://worldmichigan.org/event/charles_hong/
LOCATION:Kentwood Branch (Richard L. Root)\, Kent District Library\, 4950 Breton Rd SE\,\, Kentwood\, MI\, 49508\, United States
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