American Corner Tetovo

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Dr. Thorson talks about the Native American writers.

Native Americans Renaissance

September 25, 2009

The American Corner in Tetovo organized a presentation dedicated to the Native Americans Day for the September 25. The presentation focused on the theme of Native American Renaissance and was titled, "The View from the Twenty-First Century”. The speaker was James L. Thorson, PhD, Professor Emeritus of English and American Literature, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Thorson spoke about Native American writers, highlighting the works of N. Scott Momaday.

Professor Smith analyzing the case studies with the students

The Role of the Press in a free Society

May 13, 2009

Fulbright professor Ham Smith held a presentation on “The Role of the Press in a Free Society” at the American Corner Tetovo, in front of students from the Journalism Department. Prof. Smith stressed the importance of the freedom of the press in the society, the media ethics and the way the journalism is being run today, analyzing the case studies that Professor Smith had prepared. The cases, real and fictional, challenged the students with the question of how they, as journalists, would deal in different situations.

Mr. Burger discusses about NATO in the last 60 years.

NATO in the 21st Century

April 29, 2009

In honor of the 60th anniversary of the NATO Alliance, American Corner Tetovo hosted Mr. David Burger, Political/Economic Office Chief at the US Embassy in Skopje. Mr. Burger talked about NATO during the last 60 years, and how it has raised to such a powerful organization. He also talked about the challenges NATO is facing in the 21st century. The participants, university professors and students, wanted to know when Macedonia is going to join the Alliance, which criteria the country should fulfill, and how Mr. Burger sees NATO in the future. Questions were answered from his point of view and the audience participated actively in the debate.

 

Erin Vasquez talks about the First Ladies in the U.S in the American Corner Tetovo.

The First Ladies in the United States  
In honor of Women’s History Month

March 26, 2009

American Corner Tetovo hosted Erin Vasquez, officer at the U.S. Embassy Skopje, who gave a presentation on ‘the First Ladies in the United States’, in honor of Women`s History Month. Erin talked about the most influential First Ladies in the U.S., and about the responsibilities they have, their life and education. She then focused on the current First Lady, Michelle Obama. Interesting facts about First Lady Obama were revealed, totally new for the participants. The presentation ended with the audience asking many questions, which made this presentation even more exciting.

APAO/Amy Storrow presents the research of the NG Geneographic Project.

Where Are You Really From? 
The National Geographic Project

March 12, 2009

Have you ever asked yourself where you are from? It might look like an easy question, but the answer may surprise you. We are all from Africa. Surprised? Well, don`t be. It`s all in our genes. This is the research of the National Geographic Geneographic Project, which brings all people together. This interesting topic was presented at the American Corner Tetovo, by Amy Storrow, Assistant Public Affairs Officer at the U.S. Embassy Skopje. The presentation was followed by video clips about the San Bushmen tribe from Africa who presents the “rootstock” of our family.

Valentine cookies prepared especially for this event

Valentine’s Day Celebration at American Corner Tetovo

February 11, 2009

What tastes better than a cookie? A cookie shaped like a heart! Thanks to Cynthia Praszcalek, an officer at the US Embassy, a group of third grade students ate those cookies; made valentines for their sweethearts, friends and family members; and learned about Valentine’s Day traditions around the world. They also played some word games provided by the Embassy’s Regional English Language Officer. American Corner Tetovo expects to make this event an annual tradition.