US Cultural Bureau Delegation Visits BMC for Collaborative Endeavors
9/11/2023
On September 11, 2023, we hosted a prestigious delegation from the US Cultural Bureau, marking a significant step in fostering collaborative ties between the two institutions. The delegation was warmly received in the presence of key BMC figures, including Prof. Mohamed Tayeb (BMC Dean), Ms. Hadil Ghalib (Dean's Office Manager), Dr. Ahmed Altayar (Chief Business Development Officer at BMC), Dr. Ikhals Sindi (Vice Dean of Student Affairs), Dr. Zahrah Asiri, and Mr. Faisal Ghazi from the BMC Alumni Unit.
Discussions during the visit revolved around various avenues for cooperation:
1- Student Exchange and Internship Opportunities: Both parties explored ways to facilitate enriching student exchanges and internships, promoting cross-cultural learning.
2- Cultural Events and Workshops: Collaborative cultural events and workshops were discussed, aimed at enhancing cultural understanding and appreciation.
3- Scholarships and Grants: The delegation and BMC representatives examined opportunities to provide scholarships and grants, ensuring equitable access to quality education and cultural experiences.
4- Language Learning Programs: Talks included language learning programs that would enhance language skills and cross-border communication.
5- Academic Research and Collaboration: The potential for joint academic research projects was explored, harnessing the intellectual strengths of BMC and the US Cultural Bureau.
6- Alumni Engagement: Strengthening alumni networks and engagement was highlighted as a valuable aspect of collaboration.
The visit concluded with an extensive tour of the BMC campus, allowing the delegation to experience BMC's vibrant academic and cultural environment firsthand.
This visit signifies the beginning of an exciting collaboration between BMC and the US Cultural Bureau. Their shared commitment to enriching educational and cultural opportunities promises to benefit students, faculty, and the wider community.
Discussions during the visit revolved around various avenues for cooperation:
1- Student Exchange and Internship Opportunities: Both parties explored ways to facilitate enriching student exchanges and internships, promoting cross-cultural learning.
2- Cultural Events and Workshops: Collaborative cultural events and workshops were discussed, aimed at enhancing cultural understanding and appreciation.
3- Scholarships and Grants: The delegation and BMC representatives examined opportunities to provide scholarships and grants, ensuring equitable access to quality education and cultural experiences.
4- Language Learning Programs: Talks included language learning programs that would enhance language skills and cross-border communication.
5- Academic Research and Collaboration: The potential for joint academic research projects was explored, harnessing the intellectual strengths of BMC and the US Cultural Bureau.
6- Alumni Engagement: Strengthening alumni networks and engagement was highlighted as a valuable aspect of collaboration.
The visit concluded with an extensive tour of the BMC campus, allowing the delegation to experience BMC's vibrant academic and cultural environment firsthand.
This visit signifies the beginning of an exciting collaboration between BMC and the US Cultural Bureau. Their shared commitment to enriching educational and cultural opportunities promises to benefit students, faculty, and the wider community.
