"From War to Wisdom: A Young Man's Dream to Educate a Country"
Wednesday, March 3, 2010, 7:00pm
ICU Office, First Floor City Hall, 206 S. Main Street
A rare opportunity to hear the remarkable story of one Lost Boy of Sudan, Lubo "James" Mijak, who, at age 18, was elected as a group leader in a refugee camp of 20,000 people. Now a graduate of UNC-Charlotte, Lubo is partnering with "Mothering Across Continents", a Carolinas-based non-profit with a vision of "Adopting Dreams. Raising Tomorrow's Leaders." in an effort to build schools in the remote country of his childhood. Join us for a special presentation, Q&A session, and photo exhibit, as Lubo shares lessons learned from his harrowing and inspiring journey.
FREE for ICU members; non members are asked to pay $10 at the door. For more information, email the ICU at info@internationalupstate.org or call 864.467.4579.
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Other Upcoming Events:
Census Information Meeting
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at either 10:00am or 7:00pm
Hear representatives for the 2010 census speak on its importance to the community and why everyone should participate. For more information contact the ICU at info@internationalupstate.org or 864.467.4579.
"Love Story from Abroad"
Sunday, February 28, 2010 at 3:00pm
Support The Greenville Symphony Orchestra and the International Center! The Greenville Symphony Orchestra presents Love Story from Abroad, featuring Maestro Francesco La Vecchia, at the Peace Center Concert Hall. Tickets for this performance are available for just $20 – but you must get a ticket vouchers from the ICU to get them at this wonderful price.
When purchasing your ticket with the ICU voucher, 50% of the ticket sale will benefit the ICU – this is a great opportunity to support two wonderful organizations in our community. To get vouchers, please call, email, or come by the ICU office between 9am and noon Monday through Friday. You do not have to be an ICU member to take advantage of this deal. Contact us at info@internationalupstate.org or 864-467-4579.
The International Center
of the Upstate (ICU) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting
cross-cultural understanding for individuals, businesses and the community
in the Upstate of South Carolina.
 Since its inception in 1999,
the ICU has helped many newcomers settle
into the Upstate of South Carolina and to enjoy other cultures. More
than 70 countries on six continents have been represented in the ICU
since 1999. This rich cultural mix among its members makes the ICU a great
organization for meeting new people from all around the world in a warm,
informal atmosphere.
You are
invited to view International
Center of the
Upstate's photo album: 200910galaselect
Winner
of the 2005 Upstate Diversity Leadership Award for
Outstanding Achievement in Promoting International Diversity
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