The world is rapidly becoming a global village as many nations are now benefiting from a multicultural environment. Understanding different cultures is not only critical, but it also encourages peaceful coexistence.
For this reason, and as part of the MED2IaH project’s Bootcamp that took place in June 2022, Slovenia, the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) at Antonine University (UA) launched the Gather Around a Culture monthly series, aiming to raise awareness among UA students about different cultures around the world in a fun and effective way through studying the languages, understanding geography and economic practices, evaluating cuisines, etc.
For November’s session, UA students will get the chance to learn about Greece!
Session Objectives
- Raise cultural awareness among students
- Develop intercultural communication and competence
- Understand the concept of value
- Explore cultural identity
Audience: UA students
Date: Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Time: 2:30–3:30 PM
Location: Hadat–Baabda Campus, Building G, Hermes Room
Dress Code: Blue or white
Session Program
- Watch and discuss a Brief Documentary about the Greek culture
- Play a Trivia Game tackling general cultural questions
- Play Two Truths and a Lie related to common prejudice
- Present a Culinary Product and discuss its history and symbolism
Register now for this session, and for more information, contact the OSA via osa@ua.edu.lb or +961 5 927000 ext. 2702.