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Indonesia’s Ambassador to the US Speaks to the Promise of the 21st Century

Indonesia’s ambassador to the United States, Dino Patti Djalal, speaks to a packed house at U.Va.’s Nau Hall Auditorium. He shares what he sees as the promise of an increasingly interconnected world. He also challenges students to find their places in the world by making positive changes. Ambassador Djalal started his service in Washington in … Continue reading

U.Va.’s Gowher Rizvi Speaks to the Importance of International Programs

Jane Kelly interviews Gowher Rizvi of the University of Virginia. Rizvi is the vice provost for international programs at U.Va. Rizvi speaks to the importance of international programs for all students. He also talks about work he is doing in Bangladesh.

Amiri Baraka Speaks to the Importance of African-American History

Amiri Baraka speaks to the importance of African-American history in this final event of the 2011 Community MLK Celebration. He reads from his works and takes questions from the audience gathered at Culbreth Theatre.

Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Ambassador Speaks about Democratic Progress

The University of Virginia welcomes Bosnia and Herzegovina’s ambassador to the United States. Amb. Mitar Kujundzic speaks about his country’s progress, noting recent national elections and an extended peace that’s held since war came to an end in the mid-90s. Bosnia and Herzegovina continue to make strides in other ways as well as the country … Continue reading

Google Fiber on Charlottesville’s Freedom Wall

Charlottesville High School students express interest in Google Fiber by drawing on the Charlottesville, Virginia “Freedom of Expression” Wall. Used by Permission: NBC29 – Charlottesville