Dear alumni,
We cordially invite you to attend cultural, educational and professional events within America Days in Dnipropetrovsk - April 23 – 26, 2012 aimed at both celebrating and enhancing U.S. ties with the region, sponsored by the Embassy of the United States.
Highlights include:
The Grammy-award winning Louisiana band “Terrance Simien and the Zydeco experience”
For
more than two decades Grammy award winning artist Terrance Simien, 8th
generation Louisiana Creole has been shattering the myths about creole
Zydeco music is and is not. Leading his Zydeco Experience Band, Simien
has become one of the most respected and internationally recognized
touring and recording artists in roots music today. He has performed
over 5000 concerts, toured millions of miles to over 40 countries and
reached at least a million people during his eventful 25 year career.
During the past 25 years Simien has shared studio and stage with Robert Palmer, Stevie Wonder, Los Lobos, Taj Mahal, Dr. John, the Meters, Alan Toussaint, Paul Simon and Dave Matthews Band
to name a few. He has been featured in dozens of films, including the
blockbuster hit “The Big Easy”, TV movies and commercials.
U.S. Education Fair
April 25
Where: The Mining University, Main Building
14:00 – 19:00
With
participation of U.S. Embassy representatives and representatives from
US partner organizations, including American Councils, IREX, the
Fulbright program. Learn more about the full range of academic
exchange possibilities, including for scholars, graduate students
undergrads and high school. Informational sessions will cover
everything from visa questions to funding opportunities.