THE U.S. EMBASSY IN TEL AVIV ANNOUNCES THE REGISTRATION FOR THE 2009-2010 NEAR EAST AND SOUTH ASIA UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGE PROGRAM
The program is a part of GLOBAL UGRAD, a program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State. NEAA will award scholarships to outstanding students from countries of the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia for a one-semester or one-year, undergraduate, non-degree studies programs in the United States at a diverse network of accredited two-and four-year institutions...More
Goldberg IIE Prize winners Lily Yaffe and Aziz Abu Sarah; IIE's Chief Operating Officer, Peggy Blumenthal; IIE Trustee Victor J. Goldberg.(U.S. embassy Tel Aviv Photo by Gil Shimon)
THE VICTOR J. GOLDBERG IIE PRIZE FOR PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST$10,000 TO BE AWARDED TO AN ARAB-ISRAELI TEAM WORKING TOGETHER TO ADVANCE PEACE The Institute of International Education is pleased to announce the call for nominations for the 5th annual Victor J. Goldberg IIE Prize for Peace in the Middle East. The prize recognizes outstanding work being conducted jointly by two individuals, one Arab and one Israeli, working together to advance the cause of peace in the Middle East. The two individuals whose work is judged to be most successful in bringing people together and breaking down the barriers of hatred will share a $10,000 prize...More
"Democracy is…" video competition. Contestants in the Democracy Video Challenge are asked to create short, three minute videos that complete the phrase: "Democracy is...". By creating and submitting democracy-themed videos for the online competition, Challenge contestants can have their work recognized globally and compete for a U.S.-based travel prize. YouTube is providing the video platform and may be accessed online at: MORE
Foreign Language (Arabic) Teaching Assistant Fellowships Program overview
The purpose of the Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program is to strengthen the instruction of foreign languages at US colleges and universities, while providing young teachers of English with the opportunity to refine their teaching skills, increase their English language proficiency and extend their knowledge of the cultures and customs of the United States...More
Ambassador James B. Cunningham addresses “Election Watch Breakfast”
Ambassador James B. Cunningham addresses “Election Watch Breakfast”
American Ambassador James B. Cunningham hosted an “Election Watch Breakfast” at the King David Hotel in Jerusalem on Wednesday, November 5, 2008. In front of approximately 240 Israeli guests and Embassy officers, Ambassador Cunningham celebrated the democratic process and noted the historic nature of this election. He told the gathering that President-elect Obama has already shown that he is committed to stability, peace, and security and will be a great friend of Israel. He also paid tribute to Senator John McCain and his contributions to the United States. Guests watched the latest election returns and Senator Obama’s acceptance speech on flat screen televisions while they exchanged views and enjoyed the special election atmosphere.
Photo Gallery -- (Photo Credit: Matty Stern/U.S. embassy Tel Aviv)
This Week from Washington - November 14This podcast edition of This Week from Washington discusses the recent meeting between President Bush and President-elect Obama and the meeting of the Group of 20 to discuss the global financial markets.
