The Exhibit of Saudi Arabian Culture and Civilization

The University of Northern Iowa's Saudi Student Club hosted His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al-Faisal, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the United States of America, on Thursday, Nov. 30. Al-Faisal was present for the opening of an educational exhibit featuring Saudi Arabian culture and civilization, gave a free, public presentation at 1:30 p.m. in the Lang Hall Auditorium, and met with campus and community groups throughout the day.

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About the Ambassador

Prince Turki Al-Faisal's biography

http://saudiembassy.net/Country/Government/TurkiBio.asp

Schedule of Events

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Watch Ambassador Al-Faisal's "Saudi History and Culture"

Live Web streaming of public presentation: 1:30 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 30

Exhibit of Saudi Arabian Culture and Civilization

Maucker Union Old Central Ballroom

10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Nov. 30 and Dec. 1

As history has shown, the U.S.-Saudi friendship has weathered many storms, including regional and global conflicts and crises, developing into a relationship that today spans the fields of politics, economics, education, technology and other fields. As the relationship between these two nations has matured, it has reflected the ideals of independence, justice and peace that are cornerstones of the United Nations Charter.

This exhibit is designed to expand knowledge about Saudi culture, tradition and history, highlighting:

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Contact:

Ali Alghobary, President of Saudi Students Club

University of Northern Iowa

alghobaa@uni.edu

Ross Schupbach, International Student Advisor

(319) 273-6421

ross.schupbach@uni.edu

Thank you to the University of Northern Iowa sponsors who made this project possible:

• The Office of the President

• The Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

• The Office of the Vice President for Educational & Student Services

• The Office of International Programs

• The Center for Multicultural Education

• The Culture and Intensive English Program

• International Services Office

• Political Science Department

• Northern Iowa Student Government