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President Carter Visits USINT, Meets USINT Community USINT announces winners of contest "Expressions of Afro-Cuban Art" Guests join USINT for the Oscars Graduation Ceremony Marks Completion of Journalism Course USINT congratulates students upon completion of Communications distance learning
Ceremony for UTEP Course Completion Six students complete Civil Society Organizations distance learning course
Celebrating African Heritage through Art and Music Art Contest and Virtual Art Fair: "Expressions of Afro-Cuban Art" - New Deadline COM Farrar Participates in Global COM Conference Winners of USINT Photo Contest Presented with Their Prizes USINT announces winners of photo contest "Postcards from Home"
From Father to Son! USINT hosts reception for American jazzman Arturo O'Farrill USINT commemorates International Human Rights Day Enter the Photo Contest:" Postcards from Home" Book donation reveals literary talents of former US diplomat in Cuba Giving Thanks for Charitable Support USINT Hosts Fourth Annual Warden Conference The Art of Creativity: Conversations with Juan Carlos Cremata Malberti Early Thanksgiving Celebration at USINT Ceremony for UTEP course completion A Birthday Celebration in Honor of the U.S. Marines 26 Students Successfully Complete English Language Course It’s all about the music! A USINT reception for Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Successful completion of distance learning course on Communications at USINT Students Complete Organization of Civil Societies Course at USINT USINT Recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month USINT hosts Awards Ceremony for Photography Contest “The Innocence of Childhood Cena con Artistas” brings together artists and diplomats in cultural evening USINT announces winners of photo contest “The Innocence of Childhood” USINT recognizes Muslim Holy Month of Ramadan with Iftar Dinner USINT hosts presentation of urban planning proposal for Havana Closing date nears for USINT Photography Contest “La Inocencia de la Infancia” New Law Makes Absentee Voting Easier for Overseas Americans. USINT congratulates students upon completion of “Communications” course. USINT Joins Diplomatic Missions in Fundraiser for Haiti, Chile As part of its activities to commemorate U.S. Independence Day USINT hosts screening and discussion of Cuban director Gloria Rolando’s latest film: 1912: Voces para un Silencio (Breaking the Silence). Revised Schedule of Nonimmigrant Visa Fees Celebrating Women’s History Month Through Art
USINT Visits the Freedom Schooner Amistad
Cultural Event celebrates Afro-American and Afro-Cuban writing Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Craig Kelly speaks to USINT
Lincoln Information Resource Center Reopens
Visiting Cuba on behalf of the Carter Center, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter came to the U.S. Interests Section to meet with members of the USINT community. President Carter last visited the island in 2002.
A panel of judges selected the three Grand Prize Winners from ten finalists, as selected by the USINT facebook community. The judges also chose two images for Honorable Mentions
Guests from the worlds of cinematography, the arts and diplomacy joined USINT Public Affairs Officer Gloria Berbena at a live screening of the Oscars.
Aspiring journalists celebrate their completion of an introductory journalism course with a graduation ceremony held at the U.S. Interests Section, Havana.
Four students honed their reading, writing and grammar skills during the six-week course, which is offered by the Centro Virtual Massociedad, an online learning initiative co-founded by the Monterrey Technology Institute, the Business Foundation of Mexico (FUNDAMEX, by its Spanish initials) and Microsoft.
On February, 17, 2011, PAS hosted the second UTEP graduation ceremony of the distance learning course offered by the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) "Introducción al aprendizaje y estudio en línea"
Six students were presented with certificates of completion at the conclusion of a distance learning course in Civil Society Organizations offered through Massociedad, a Mexican online education portal.
As part of its celebration of Black History Month, USINT hosted a reception to launch an art exhibit by Cuban and American artists, and featuring musical performances by two Cuban groups showcasing music with African influences.
Cuban residents are invited to submit digital images that represent Afro-Cuban art. All images received will be displayed in a Virtual Art Fair running through April 18, 2011, and will be automatically included in an Art Contest to select three Grand Prize winners. Closing date for entries is February 28.
USINT Chief of Mission Jonathan Farrar joined other U.S. Chiefs of Mission from around the world in the State Department's first-ever global Chiefs of Mission Conference held last week in Washington, D.C.
The happy winners of the recent photography contest, "Postcards from Home: Show Us Where You're From", were presented with their prizes during an awards ceremony held on February 1, 2011. The ceremony coincided with launch of exhibition of images submitted to the contest
A panel of judges selected the three Grand Prize Winners from ten finalists, as selected via public voting by the USINT facebook community. The judges also chose two images for Honorable Mentions.
A lively presentation on the father-to-son connections between the legendary Chico O'Farrill (1921-2001) and pianist, composer and arranger Arturo O'Farrill was the highlight of a reception hosted by USINT on December 13.
USINT launches week-long celebration of International Human Rights Day with screening of "Nashville-We Were Warriors". Throughout the week, films shown will focus on civil rights struggles around the world. International Human Rights Day is celebrated on December 10, 2010.
What does home mean to you? Enter the ExchangesConnect Photo Contest, "Postcards from Home: Show us Where You're From" to win a Netbook computer. At the same time, send a copy of your entries to USINT for a chance to win other exciting prizes. Closing date for both contests is December 17, 2010.
USINT Chief of Mission Mr. Jonathan Farrar was recently the proud recipient of a book written by a former U.S. diplomat to Cuba, entitled "El mundo de romance y leyenda de Washington Irving".
USINT Chief of Mission Mr. Jonathan Farrar and Mrs. Terry Farrar recently hosted a dinner to recognize local artist support for a charitable workshop in Havana. The artists had all donated one-of-a-kind works of art, using bottles as canvases, to be sponsored to raise funds to expand the workshop.
On Friday, November 19, 2010, the US Interests Section in Havana hosted its Annual Warden Conference. During the event, American Citizen Wardens resident in Cuba were provided with updated information on American Citizen Services and their responsibilities as Wardens.
“In & Out” was the theme of a recent presentation about his work for film, television and theater by Juan Carlos Cremata Malberti. The audience, many of whom had worked with the acclaimed Cuban filmmaker and director, joined in the conversation with praise for Juan Carlos Cremata Malberti and candid comments about their experiences
On November 16, 2009, the U.S. Interests Section (USINT) enjoyed a traditional Thanksgiving lunch prepared by American employees and their family members.. The Thanksgiving Holiday is one of the most important in the U.S.A. and is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November.
On November 16, 2010, PAS hosted the UTEP completion ceremony of the distance learning course offered by the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) “Introducción al aprendizaje y estudio en línea”
On Saturday, November 13, 2010, the U.S. Interests Section celebrated the 235th birthday of the United States Marine Corps with a formal dinner-dance. USINT Chief of Mission Jonathan Farrar and Mrs. Terry Farrar opened their home for the sparkling event.
USINT hosts graduation ceremony for students who successfully completed the 12-week course in Conversation English.
Wynton Marsalis, Chucho Valdes and an all-star assembly of jazz musicians are guests of honor at a sparkling reception. Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) is in Havana for a five-day residency at the invitation of the Cuban Institute of Music. Events include concerts featuring the JLCO performing with noted Cuban musicians.
USINT celebrates completion of course, presents students with certificate of participation. This Communications course is one of several distance learning courses available from international educational institutions through USINT.
Distance learning course is offered by Massociedad, a virtual learning initiative co-founded by the Monterrey Technology Institute, the Business Foundation of Mexico (FUNDAMEX, by its Spanish initials) and Microsoft
Annual celebration acknowledges the influences and achievements of Hispanic communities in the US. USINT contest in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month invites Cubans to share their multi-cultural heritage through essays, poetry and quizzes
USINT recognizes the contest winners and finalists with an awards ceremony and photo exhibition
USINT Chief of Mission Jonathan Farrar and Mrs. Terry Farrar host a cultural dinner for diplomats and Cuban artists. Conversation and creative ideas flow at the convivial event.
A panel of judges selected the three Grand Prize Winners from ten finalists, as selected via public voting by the USINT facebook community. The judges also chose two images for Honorable Mentions.
USINT Chief of Mission Jonathan Farrar and Mrs. Terry Farrar host a traditional Iftar dinner to mark the breaking of the daily fast during the Muslim Holy Month of Ramadan.
Cuban architect Julio Cesar Perez shared highlights of his proposed “Master Plan for Havana in the 21st Century” with an audience comprised of diplomats, architects and planners, and other friends of USINT.
Cubans wishing to participate in the contest should submit their images no later than 31 August, 2010. Public voting to select the 10 finalists continues through 5 September, and the three Grand Prize Winners will be announced on 13 September, 2010.
On October 28, 2009, Congress enacted the Military and Overseas Voter Empowerment (MOVE) Act. This legislation amends existing law regarding overseas voting in federal elections, and should make voting easier for overseas Americans.
Seven students honed their reading and writing skills during the six-week distance learning course, which is offered by the Centro Virtual Massociedad, an online learning initiative co-founded by the Monterrey Technology Institute, the Business Foundation of Mexico (FUNDAMEX, by its Spanish initials) and Microsoft.
International food fair and silent auction raises over US$6200 for earthquake relief efforts in Haiti and Chile.
The US Interests Section (USINT) hosted a presentation on the historical importance of the celebration.
On Thursday, June 24 2010 an audience including film industry representatives, authors, cultural figures and diplomats gathered at the residence of USINT Public Affairs Officer, Gloria Berbena, for a screening of Cuban director Gloria Rolando’s latest documentary, entitled “1912: Voces para un Silencio” (Breaking the Silence).
On June 4, 2010, the Department of State increased the Machine-Readable Visa (MRV) and Border Crossing Card (BCC) application fees to ensure sufficient resources to meet the increasing cost of processing nonimmigrant visas (NIVs)...
An exhibition of artwork by 12 female artists was recently inaugurated at the residence of the USINT Chief of Mission. The exhibition is part of USINT’s activities in honor of Women’s History Month.
USINT personnel braved the elements on a damp and chilly afternoon to tour the Amistad schooner, docked in Havana during a 10-day tour of Cuba.
USINT explores common themes through poetry and essays
On his first visit to Cuba, Ambassador Kelly reiterated the desire of the United States Government to advance on issues of mutual interest with the Government of Cuba.
Following seven weeks of renovations, Center offers improved conditions for reading and research activities.
Cuban Art Auction for Cancer Kids Raises Over $20,000
Works offered at auction included paintings by notable Cuban artists as well as paintings by children with cancer.
CUBAN CHILDREN EXPRESS THEIR VIEWS ON NOBEL PEACE PRIZE, PRESIDENT OBAMA
USINT hosted a contest for Cuban children inviting them to share their thoughts on peace, President Barack Obama, and the Nobel Peace Prize, resulting in a charming collection of images and messages.
Graduation Ceremony Marks Completion of Journalism Course
On Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 19 aspiring journalists celebrated their completion of an introductory journalism course with a simple graduation ceremony held at the US Interests Section, Havana. The complimentary course is offered thrice yearly and provides a basic introduction to the key principals of journalism.
USINT Hosts Third Annual Warden Conference
On Friday, November 20, 2009, the US Interests Section in Havana hosted its Annual Warden Conference. During the event, American Citizen Wardens resident in Cuba were provided with updated information on American Citizen Services and their responsibilities as Wardens
USINT Marine Guard Awarded University Scholarship for Outstanding Essay
One of the Marines currently attached to the U.S. Interests Section, Sergeant Michael Kuy, has won a $1500 university scholarship under the VA Mortgage Center.com Military Education Scholarship Program. Sergeant Kuy won the scholarship following the submission of an essay describing how his military experiences have prepared him for his career.
Spirit of Thanksgiving comes to USINT, One Week Early
On November 19, 2009, the entire U.S. Interests Section sat down to a special Thanksgiving lunch prepared for all USINT staff by Americans serving at the mission. For many of those present this was the first time to share in the spirit, and fare, of this most esteemed of American traditions.
USINT HOSTS IFTAR DINNER IN CELEBRATION OF EID-UL-FITR
Continuing a tradition established by the White House in 1996, USINT Chief of Mission Jonathan Farrar and Mrs. Terry Farrar hosted a dinner for foreign missions and religious organizations to mark the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
U.S. INTERESTS SECTION COMMEMORATES 9/11 ANNIVERSARY WITH REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY
On Friday, September 11th, 2009, the U.S. Interests Section (USINT) held a ceremony to honor victims of the 9/11 tragedy.
Hollywood Stars attended a reception held at the residence of USINT Chief of Mission
On Saturday afternoon, Aug. 1, USINT Chief of Mission Jonathan Farrar held a reception for some Hollywood film and entertainment stars at his residence.
"All That Jazz" jam session at the Public Affairs Officer residence
On Thursday, July 16, a select group of Cuban musicians, actors, playwrights, painters and cultural critics joined USINT officers and third-country diplomats for an "All That Jazz" jam session at the Public Affairs Officer residence
USINT Havana held the third edition of "Open Mike Night"
On Saturday, June 27, USINT Havana held the third edition of "Open Mike Night" - a cultural event conceived to provide freedom of expression to Cuban musicians and artists in a non-political atmosphere.
The U.S. Interests Section in Havana celebrated Jazz Appreciation Month
On April 24, the U.S. Interests Section in Havana celebrated Jazz Appreciation Month with a concert and jam session that involved a number of world-famous Cuban jazz musicians.
USINT Havana Commemorates Black History Month 2009
USINT Havana commemorated Black History Month on February 27 with a multi-media cultural event that drew on the participation of the mission's civil society activists, prominent Afro-Cuban contacts, personnel from other embassies, and its own officers.
USINT inaugurates Human Rights Day activities with “historic” DVC.
In celebration of Human Rights Day December 10, the U.S. Interests Section hosted a special videoconference with author, scholar, and U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See Mary Ann Glendon...
Cuban civil society celebrates 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
USINT Chief of Mission Jonathan Farrar hosted a reception at his residence on December 10 to mark the six decades that have passed since the proclamation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights...
“Open-mike Night” celebrates freedom of expression
As part of Human Rights week, USINT held an “open-mike night” December 12 at the PAO residence in which Cubans were encouraged to exercise their basic right to self-expression in ways both loud and clear...