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FIRST THURSDAY
October 6
At this week's First Thursday we have a large group of interesting people from around the world waiting to meet you - in fact more than 75 people from 29 countries and regions!
First Thursday is always free for IVC members, and just $15 for non-members. If you don't RSVP, it's $20 at the door. Email Alan Hatfield to let him know you'll join us.
If you've been here before you know how it works. But in case this is your first First Thursday, you need to know that it isn't a typical cocktail reception - you have an important mission!First Thursdays are popular and friendly because everyone hasa role to play. When you pick up your name badge, be sure to get the list at the registration desk with our guests' names, their interests & why they're here. It also tells you what color ribbon they're wearing to easily identify them in the crowd. Then walk up, sayhello and you'll see how easy it is to start a conversation. We guarantee this will be a friendly evening of citizen diplomacy that will create lasting and positive impressions of the U.S., Philadelphia and you. Email or call Alan Hatfield at 215-683-0992 to RSVP.
State Department's "International Visitor Leadership Program"
Join us in welcoming ten teachers, teacher-trainers and consultants from Poland who are in the U.S. on the U.S. Government's highest exchange (and the program for which IVC exists). The focus of this group's program is educational methods and programs about the Holocaust and training courses for teachers and students that focus on practical aspects of educational projects on tolerance and the Holocaust. The group will also examine institutions and individuals involved in the research, presentation, conservation and education of American cultural heritage. One of the teachers is from Torun, our Sister City in Poland.
Sister Cities Program
In addition to the IVLP participant from Torun, Poland (see above), representing Temple University's International Business Association (IBA) are students from Douala, Cameroon and Incheon, Korea. Also, join us in welcoming back Haoren from Tianjin, China who is currently enrolled at Temple University and spent the summer at home in Tianjin.
Speaking of Tianjin... We are pleased to welcome the multi-talented Beijing-born Director of Business Development for NovaThermal Energy, a Philadelphia headquartered company commercializing a technology from Tianjin. (NovaThermal's geothermal technology provides HVAC savings of up to 60% to large buildings in urban areas.) In addition to his work with NovaThermal, our guest is also a famous tenor who has performed throughout the world, including at China's World Expo in Shanghai.
IVC Special Guests
From China are two individuals who are interning for the law firm of Blank Rome. They are from Guizhou Province, and are part of a four month program at Stony Brook University. One is a former judge who is a Director of the Legislative Affairs Office and the other is a manager of a constuction company (SOE).
In addition, join us in welcoming to Philadelphia the newly appointed Deputy Consul at the Consulate General of Italy in Philadelphia. He is originally from Rome and this is his first position abroad. Benvenuto!
Drexel University, La Salle University, Philadelphia University, St. Joseph's University & Temple University
Studying in another country and culture for a year or longer is difficult, especially when English isn't your first language. Too often students don't get off campus enough to see what a friendly place Philadelphia is. So several year's ago IVC created Discover Philadelphia, a program to create positive American experiences for Philadelphia's international graduate students. Five schools are represented at October's First Thursday and their graduate students are looking forward to meeting some friendly Philadelphians. In alphabetical order the schools are:
1. From Drexel University's MBA program are students from India, China, Greece, Hong Kong and Vietnam.
2. From La Salle University's MBA and MS program are students from China, India, Nigeria and Uzbekistan
3. From Philadelphia University are four students from China enrolled in the university's Textile Engineering program.
4. From St. Joseph's University are eight International MBA students from China, Saudi Arabia and Vietnam.
5. From Temple University's Beasley School of Law are lawyers, judges and prosecutors pursuing their LL.M. degree. They are fromAlbania, Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Belarus, Brazil, China, Egypt, Germany, Indonesia, Iran, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Liberia, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria, Pakistan, Turkey and Ukraine. Also from Temple are five members of the International Business Association.
IVC Awarded Grant for
Fulbright Visiting Scholars
IVC of Philadelphia is pleased to announce that it has been selected to administer the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Enrichment Program for Eastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and Delaware. This prestigious program involves...
Home Stay Hosts needed for Japanese business men & women!
Every fall we are asked to match our wonderful hosts and host families with business men and women from Japan for a memorable one-night overnight stay - the ultimate "American experience." This year's date is Friday, November 18th. We will send a separate email about this opportunity but wanted to give hosts a heads-up now! If you are interested in hosting and creating a great American experience, email Jennifer McGinn at jennifer.mcginn@phila.gov
Share Your Thanksgiving?
IVC members are some of the nicest people in the world. Who else would cook an entire Thanksgiving dinner in July (with family and all!), to show this very special American holiday? And one new IVC member is cooking a turkey next month on the Sunday BEFORE Thanksgiving for 15 Penn LL.M.'s, and then cook again on Thanksgiving day for his family. Since the holiday is coming up soon, do let us know if YOU would like to host one or more guests of the State Department's International Visitor Leadership Program or host a Fulbright Scholar on Thanksgiving. We don't know yet who will be here or how many, but to get onto the list now, please let Jennifer McGinn know at jennifer.mcginn@phila.gov!
IVC Seeks Home Stay Hosts for Brazilian Student Leaders in January
IVC is looking for home stay hosts for an exciting US Department of State program for 20 Brazilian university student leaders for four nights from January 27-31, 2012. The students will be spending part of their U.S. program in the Philadelphia region examining the social and political movements that obtained civil rights for African Americans. We need to place two students per home.
If you are interested, please email Ann Stauffer, IVC's Ex. VP, at ann.stauffer@phila.gov.
First Thursday Details...
We hope you'll join us and others from the Greater Philadelphia area interested in citizen diplomacy, making friends around the world and providing a more accurate picture of the U.S. and the American people.
FIRST THURSDAY @ THE COURTYARD
Courtyard Marriott, across from City Hall Free for IVC members & new guest
- $15.00 for Non-members*
- $20.00 at the door without a reservation
DATE: First Thursday TIME:5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: -Nineteen 26 restaurant (Formerly Annex Bar & Grill)
- Courtyard Marriott - East of City Hall
MORE: Hors d'oeuvres-cash bar-& interesting people
RSVP:to Alan Hatfield, 215.683.0992 or alan.hatfield@phila.gov or go to our website and email us through the First Thursday form.
IVC is Philadelphia's official host for U.S. Government-sponsored visitors. IVC promotes mutual understanding among nationsthrough citizen diplomacy. IVC's network of 92 IVCs across the U.S. was nominated for the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize. A copyof IVC's official registration and financial information may be obtained from thePennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1.800.732.0999.
Your Photos & Stories Welcomed!
Have you hosted IVC's State Department guests recently? Or our Sister City guests or Fulbrights?
Do you have interesting stories of the American experiences your guests had, observations made about the U.S., orphotos from your meetings?
Our work is accomplished through our members and professional resources, so please share your photos and stories with us so we can keep track of experiences and share with the U.S. Department of State. Just email Nancy Gilboy at nancy.gilboy@phila.gov.
IVC is seeking...
Do something selfish for
world peace today.
If you're not already an IVC member, why not join today and feel great about being involved in something meaningful for the world and for your own community.
As an IVC member you're part of the nation-wide network of citizen diplomats nominated for the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize. Plus you'll widen your circle of international friends and enhance your business opportunities.
By joining IVC, also enjoy at least ten receptions each year at no cost - plus be included at private Sister City receptions and have the benefit of hosting an established or emerging leader in your home or at a restaurant through the U.S. State Department.
IVC's upper-level members are also included at private Sister City and State Department receptions. It's easy to join! Just call Alan Hatfield at 215-683-0992 or go online to join today! And IVC members receive special member rates to the Annual "BBQ!"
Citizen diplomacy engages citizens in international relations. Meeting counterparts and experiencing everyday American life provides an authentic & more accurate view of the "real" U.S.
Join us in welcoming ten teachers, teacher-trainers and consultants from Poland who are in the U.S. on the U.S. Government's highest exchange (and the program for which IVC exists). The focus of this group's program is educational methods and programs about the Holocaust and training courses for teachers and students that focus on practical aspects of educational projects on tolerance and the Holocaust. The group will also examine institutions and individuals involved in the research, presentation, conservation and education of American cultural heritage. One of the teachers is from Torun, our Sister City in Poland.
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In addition, join us in welcoming to Philadelphia the newly appointed Deputy Consul at the Consulate General of Italy in Philadelphia. He is originally from Rome and this is his first position abroad. Benvenuto!
IVC is looking for home stay hosts for an exciting US Department of State program for 20 Brazilian university student leaders for four nights from January 27-31, 2012. The students will be spending part of their U.S. program in the Philadelphia region examining the social and political movements that obtained civil rights for African Americans. We need to place two students per home.
