The Politics of Sport: A Discussion of the World Cup in Qatar
12:30-2 p.m. Dec. 7, 4130 Posvar Hall

As national teams join to compete in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, join the Global Studies Center to discuss the intersection of politics, global branding, human rights, and activism, and how they converge upon the most popular sport in the world. Panelists will discuss the historical context of sports and capitalism, the reconfiguration of urban spaces, and the -isms and phobias that exist within the sporting community. The panel will be moderated by Rob Ruck, Pitt professor of history.