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Spectrum of Education Conference at FMV Işık Schools

Educator, author and futurist Marc Prensky - a globally recognized expert in the field of education - visited Istanbul to participate in a series of conferences/panels, presentations and workshops from November 17-24, 2011. Watch the video prepared by the U.S. Consulate Public Affairs staff in Istanbul using various shots from his Istanbul visit.
New York's World-renowned Bluegrass Music Band Mountain Quickstep in Istanbul

For over 13 years, Mountain Quickstep has brought lively fiddle tunes, lonesome folksongs, and fancy footwork to audiences from New England to Texas and abroad. The group will give two concert performances in Istanbul - at Tuzla Municipality İdris Güllüce Cultural Center, Beyoğlu Municipality Youth Center and Zeytinburnu Culture and Art Center.
VP Joe Biden Visits Istanbul's Samatya Square

Vice President Joe Biden made one last stop in Istanbul before departing for Athens - the last leg of his trip through the region in December 2011. Samatya Square -- a traditional neighborhood in the Fatih district of Istanbul -- is home to all sorts of vendors and food stands carrying local specialties.
U.S. Ambassador F. Ricciardone Attends GEO VIII Exhibit in Istanbul

Ambassador Ricciardone attended the press conference and bilateral meetings with TÜBİTAK representatives including Dr. Yücel Altunbaşak the President. Together with Dr. Atunbaşak Ambassador Ricciardone toured the GEO exhibit and was interviewed by Kanal 24 and TRT TV.
Mark Prensky was a guest on TV8's "Bu Sabah/This Morning" live TV show

FMV Işık Schools brought together educators, teachers, school officials and volunteers with a focus on high-school level education from fifteen countries around the globe at the first "Spectrum of Education Conference" in Istanbul. Mark Prensky was a keynote speaker at the conference...
Justice O’Connor's Interview with CNN Türk

During her Istanbul visit, Justice Sandra Day O’Connor met prominent legal experts of Istanbul and was interviewed by Ahu Özyurt of CNN Turk (Turkish).
GEP Director Steven Koltai on CNBC-E's "Son Baskı"

During his Turkey visit, GEP Director Steven Koltai met with Turkish businessmen doing business with the U.S. and also participated in CNBC-E's "Son Baskı" program, providing information about areas of cooperation between Turkey and the U.S. within the framework of GEP.
Steven Koltai on Bloomberg HT's "Devre Arası"

August 12, 2011 Global Entrepreneurship Program (GEP) Director Steven Turkey visited Turkey to attend various meetings and also participated Bloomberg HT's live "Devre Arası" program, providing information about areas of cooperation between Turkey and the U.S. within the framework of GEP.
Dilawar Syed, CEO of Yonja Media Group on Bloomberg HT TV

Dilawar is President and CEO of Yonja Media Group, a leading emerging markets social media company. Founded in 2003, Istanbul and Silicon Valley-based Yonja Media Group operates Turkey’s major social networking, mobile & social commerce brands.
Ambassador Ricciardone at Eminönü İftar Dinner

August 3, 2011 Ambassador Ricciardone and his family attended an iftar dinner with Fatih Mayor Mustafa Demir and local residents at an iftar tent in Eminönü Square with the capacity to feed 5,000 guests a night. Then they toured the “Long-Standing Arts and Tastes Street” in Sultanahmet Square designated by the Fatih Municipality for street fairs during Ramadan.
Consul General Kilner Presents 2011 AMVER Awards

July 26, 2011 Consul General recognized 16 Turkish companies for their outstanding participation in the AMVER (Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue System) program at an awards ceremony held at his residence. Currently,165 Turkish-flagged ships participate in AMVER - a voluntary global ship reporting system sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Istanbul Marks 235th American Independence Day

July 6, 2011 U.S. Consulate General Istanbul hosted a reception in its Istinye building to mark the 235th anniversary of the Independence Day. The ceremony started with the U.S. Marine Corps flag ceremony, followed by Turkey and the U.S. national anthems.
Yale University's Whim 'n Rhythm A capella Group in Istanbul

June 23, 2011 Whim 'n Ryhthm met with music lovers in their A capella concert at the historic Galata Tower Square on the evening of Thursday, June 23 as part of the “2nd Intercultural Art Dialogues Festival" organized by the Beyoglu Municipality. They also visited the Beyoglu Municipality Environment and Summer Camp at Kefken area.
Ari Roland Quartet in Istanbul

May 25-29, 2011 During their visit the Ari Roland Jazz Quartet performed at Bahçeşehir University, Beyoğlu Youth Center and at a street concert organized by Kartal Municipality on Saturday, May 28 at Kartal. The group also attended a master class at the Beyoğlu Youth Center and performed live on TNT's "Hülya Avşar Show".
IV Serap Özyurt Shares her America Experience with Teachers and Info Specialists

April 21, 2011 IV Program participant Serap Ozyurt made a presentation to a small group of information specialists and Information Literacy Project teachers, shared her U.S. experience and talked about the IV program “Media Literacy: Promoting Civil Society through New Media Technology” at TLA headquarters.
Summer Work and Travel in the United States

April 2011 This video is prepared by the Consular and Public Affairs Sections of the U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul in April 2011. It contains interviews with J-1 visa applicants who plan to attend the Summer Work and Travel (SWT) program in the U.S.
U.S. Consulate General Istanbul Celebrates Earth Day With Neighborhood Students

April 22, 2011 The U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul commemorated the 41st observation of Earth Day with a tree-planting event on the Consulate grounds for students and teachers from Recaizade Ekrem Primary School in Istinye.
U.S. Consulate General Visit Schools in Tekirdağ

April 12, 2011 On April 12, Consulate and Embassy staff visited Tekirdağ Anatolian High School and Tekirdağ Municipality Anatolian Vocational Teacher Training High School. Students from both schools presented their projects as part of the Youth Innovation Entrepreneurship Program.
Chamber Music with 'Poetica Musica' in Istanbul

April 8-9, 2011 The U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul organized a concert by Poetica Musica in coordination with the İstanbul Modern Art Musem in celebration of the exhibition 'Paradise Lost'. Soprano Eleanor Valkenberg, gitarist Oren Fader and flutist Robin Kani were interviewed by TRT Haber 'Life+' TV program at İstanbul Modern.
U.S. Speaker Paul Polizzotto in Istanbul and Bursa

April 2-5, 2011 Paul Polizzotto, President of EcoMedia participated in Bloomberg HT's live TV program 'Piyasa Hattı' where he answered questions about renewable energy.
Ben Hood's Speech at Nişantaşı Işık Primary School

April 1, 2011 Ben Hood, Economic Section Officer of the U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul gave a presentation at Nişantaşı Işık Primary School on Apr 1, 2011. The topic of his presentation was "Life in Outer Space". Ben provided an overall background on the solar system, space exploration, and possibilities of life on other solar planets.
Dr. Michael Stephens and the 47th Library Week Programs

March 25-30, 2011 Dr. Michael Stephens who is currently Assistant Professor in the Graduate School of Library and Information Science at Dominican University visited Istanbul for a series of programs during the 47th Library Week Programs.
Hip Hop Performer Gina Loring in Turkey

March 7-24, 2011 Gina Loring, a hip hop performer with a rich, soulful voice, thought provoking lyrics, and a powerful stage presence, visited Ankara, Trabzon, Diyarbakır, and Istanbul from March 7-24. In adition to live performances and TV shows, she attended workshops to help disadvantaged children express themselves through music.
Gina Loring on "Gülben" Show

March 18, 2011 As a guest performer, Gina Loring was also hosted by the famous Turkish singer Gülben Ergen at her morning show "Gülben" on TRT1.
Afro-American Cuisine in Turkey

March 2-5, 2011 American food writer Rachel Finn came to Turkey and spent two weeks traveling across the country teaching culinary students about Afro-American cuisine and culture in the US. She also was interviewed on live TV programs “Morning Coffee” (STV) and "Taste of Life" (Show TV)