Revised 4/6/2011
School System in Korea
Art in Mauritius
Sa Rah
Sheen
Varouna
Appiah
Vietnam's Mystical
Myths
Binh Nguyen
A Virtual Trip around
China and Australia
Xiameng
“Michelle”
Liu
Confucius
Chinese New Year in
Singapore & Malaysia
&
Top15 Bulgarian
Sportsmen of All Time
Quebec Separatist
Movement
Lebanese Politics
&
Brazil's New President
Korean and American
Weddings – What’s the
difference?
&
Tourism in Ghana
Co-sponsored by the
Office of International
Students & Scholars
and the
Memorial Union
Building
Xuehui
„Kate‟ Li
Vivien Fam
Weijin
Feb. 4
Feb. 11
Feb. 18
Mar. 4
Mar. 25
Apr. 8
Stefan
Apostolov
Alain Rahme
There are numerous famous Mauritian artists. While some have left the island to
become popular in other countries such as England, France, or Germany, others have
stayed and exhibit their work in the various art galleries in Mauritius. Come learn about
the different forms of art practiced in Mauritius, from opera to those in everyday life.
Come and learn about the astonishing origin of the Vietnamese people, the
unprecedented and riveting story of the creation of mother nature. Various Vietnamese
myths will be discussed to provide further insight into this nation’s culture and history.
China, with over 5000 years of recorded history, is the world’s longest, continuous
civilization. The vast country is home to 1.3 billion people that belong to 56 ethnic
groups and speak 250 languages. Australia, a country with over 200 years of formal
recognition as an independent country, is home to an incredible array of fauna and
flora that are endemic to the country. This presentation will focus on travel in places
around each country that have cultural, historical and mainstream significance. Learn
about special foods, festivals, lifestyles and interesting events at those places, and be
inspired to travel. There will be food and snacks!
Confucius (551-479 BCE), was a Chinese thinker, political figure, educator, and
founder of the Ru School of Chinese thought. His teachings, preserved in the Lunyu or
Analects, form the foundation of much of subsequent Chinese speculation on the
education and comportment of the ideal man, how such an individual should live his life
and interact with others, and the forms of society and government in which he should
participate. The presentation will introduce the life of Confucius and his major ideas,
including their effects on the Chinese society, as well as the recognition of Confucian
ideas in the world.
It's the year of the Rabbit. Get to know how Singapore & Malaysia prepare for Chinese
New Year celebrations. Learn about the significance of the various decorations and
foods associated with the celebrations and festivities.
Bulgaria is known for its soccer players, wrestlers, rhythmic gymnasts, tennis players,
rowers, weight lifters and ice dancers. Olympic and World records achieved by
Bulgarian sportsmen 20 years ago have not been broken yet. Names like Hristo
Stoichkov, Dimitar Berbatov, Stefka Kostadinova, and others make Bulgaria famous all
over the world. Come and learn about the greatest sport achievements of Bulgaria
And
Viktor Hlas
Education in South Korea is viewed as crucial for success and competition is
consequently very heated and fierce. A centralized administration oversees the
process for the education of children from kindergarten to the third and final year of
high school. Mathematics, science, Korean, social studies, and English are generally
considered to be the most important subjects. Come learn more about the school
system in the country that was first to provide high-speed internet connections for all its
schools.
Apr. 15
Apr. 22
And
Canada had a "quiet revolution" early in the 1960's as Quebec looked for
independence. The movement was justified by the French culture, politics and
language. The Quebecois believed that sovereignty could further ensure the
development of their inherent French culture. Many issues surrounding political and
economic factors ended the separatist movement.
Come learn about the current and past political regimes in Lebanon. Discover the
implications of Lebanese politics for the country, the region and the world. The
presentation will have a particular emphasis on how Lebanon distinguishes itself from
the rest of the Arabic countries.
Amanda
Sena
Dilma Rousseff was sworn in at the beginning of the year as Brazil's 36th president and
the first woman in the nation's history to hold this office. A look into Dilma's history and
political career as well as her presidential campaign and the promise she holds for the
future of a rapidly developing Brazil will be discussed in this presentation.
Jiyoung
Kwak
And
This presentation will compare and contrast Korean and American wedding traditions.
Come learn about the dress, ceremonies and history associated with weddings in
Korea. Discover how these two different cultures place emphasis on various rituals
involved in getting married. A fascinating way to engage in diversity through a tradition
shared by almost all societies around the world.
Christopher
BoamahMensah
Come join us for a virtual and informative tour of some of Ghana's popular tourist sites.
Some of the places include the Du Bois Centre, the Kakum National park, the Fuller
waterfalls among other places. Experience the natural and cultural richness of this
west African nation.
Apr. 29
Fridays
3:30 to 5:00 PM
MUB Entertainment Center
Refreshments will be
served.