International Education Week at AMIDEAST

Stop by AMIDEAST for one of the many events happening for International Education Week. The schedule is as follows:

Monday, November 16
10:00-11:30: Graduate Study in the US
12:30-14:00: Humanities Programs in the US
14:30-16:00 – Athletic Scholarships
16:00-18:00 – (American Corner) Online Discussion with the University of Wisconsin- La Crosse

Tuesday, November 17
10:00-11:30: Undergraduate Study in the US
12:30-14:00: Engineering Programs
14:30-16:00: How to write a statement of purpose when applying to Masters programs in the United States
16:00-18:00 – (American Corner) Guest Speaker

Wednesday, November 18
10:00-11:30: Graduate Study in the US
12:30-14:00: Fine Arts Programs in the US
14:30-16:00: How to write a college essay when applying to American universities as an undergraduate student
16:00-18:00 – (Conference Room) - *Exchange Programs Presentation *participants must sign-up in advance


Thursday, November 19
10:00-11:30: Undergraduate Study in the US
12:30-14:00: MBA Programs
14:30-16:00 : How to write a CV and a Cover Letter
16:00-18:00 – (American Corner)
· 16:00-17:00: Discussion about Being a Student in the USA
· 17:00-18:00 Mock interviews


Friday, November 20
10:00-11:30: College Club
12:30-14:00: International Affairs Programs
14:30-16:00: College Search & Common Application
16:00-18:00 – (American Corner): Film, The Great Debaters.

*Events will be held in the Testing and Advising Department unless otherwise marked.

Pumpkin Carving at the AC!!

Have you ever carved a pumpkin? Are you intested in making a jack o'lantern? Well, if so, you're in luck! This Thursday (October 29th) at 4pm we will be carving pumpkins in the AC to celebrate Halloween. All supplies (including pumpkins) will be provided so all you have to do is show up!

Tunis International Film Festival

Have you heard the there in an internation film festival happening in Tunis right now!!! It started on Sept. 23 and finishes on Sunday, September 27th. Although there is a full schedule everyday, I would recommend the film Dear Lemon Lima to all of you. This film shows on Sunday, September 27th at 14:00 at the Alhambra Theatre in La Marsa. I hope you can all have the chance to see this great film!

Please Welcome Dr. Berger to the AC.....

On October 6th at 4:00pm the American Corner will welcome Dr. Arthur Berger to give a presentation about "Pop Culture" in America. Dr. Berger is the Professor Emeritus of Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts at San Francisco State University in California. He has also authored numerous books in this field. Topics for Tuesday's presentation will include media advertising, video games, and music in America.

Goodbye Summer.... Hello American Corner

As many of you head back to school, remember the AC is here for you! The AC welcomes you to come and study or just relax. The AC is back to normal hours (10am - 6pm) and we are waiting for you!! Don't forget to drop by the free english conversation (Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4pm) or for the free film on Fridays at 4pm. Hope to see you soon!

Ramadan Kareem!

We at the American Corner want to take this opportunity to wish all of our friends and guests a joyous Ramadan! We will remain open during Ramadan from 9AM-4PM. If you wish to come to pick up a book to read, a film to watch, or to beat the heat, feel free to stop by.

Free Showing of "Good Night and Good Luck"

On Monday, August 17th at 10am there will be a free film showing of "Good Night and Good Luck." The film will be followed by a group discussion led by students from ISLT. Come join for a great film!!