Deadline: October 6, 2020 The Online Professional English Network (OPEN) Program offers 8-week, online university-level courses in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) developed by U.S. educational institutions. What courses are available during the winter semester of 2021? Using Educational Technology Critical Thinking in the Classroom Teaching Grammar Communicatively Teaching English to Young ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 September, 2020 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: Education
The Embassy is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the next round of the Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program. This program is one of the preeminent U.S. government-funded exchange programs and is designed to expand communication between the people of the United States and the partner countries in the interest of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 September, 2020 | Topics: Culture, Embassy, News | Tags: Education, Educational Exchange Programs
Tsvetomil Ivanov is one of our first Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program alumni. He spent a year in the United States, and, as an exchange student, where he represented Bulgaria to his host school and family. He’s keeping up the good work even today: while museums were closed due to the health crisis, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 July, 2020 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Education, News | Tags: culture, Education, News
November 29, 2018 As Prepared Thank you all very much for the opportunity to speak here today. I would especially like to thank Rector Hristo Bondzholov and his team for organizing my visit today. I am honored to be here at the University of Veliko Tarnovo. When the university first opened in 1963, there were ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 November, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, News, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador, Education
For high school students in grade 11 Deadline for submitting applications: January 2, 2019 Opportunity funding, provided by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, supports talented international students with the application process to U.S. higher education institutions. Opportunity Funds provides support to talented international students who are highly competitive for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 3 October, 2018 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: Education, News
The Department of English and American Studies at the Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski celebrates its
90th anniversary . The event coincided with the celebrations of the 130th anniversary of the University’s founding. Initially, Sofia University offered training in English Studies within its German Studies department before establishing a separate English and American Studies major in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 October, 2018 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: Education, News
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Students at Northwestern University in Qatar (© Northwestern University in Qatar) “Studying at a high-caliber university like Northwestern is a badge of honor I wear proudly,” said Al-Jahani, who is majoring in communications from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 September, 2018 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: Education, News
Each year 11 Bulgarian high school students spend an academic year living in the United States with a host family. All expenses are paid by the U.S. Department of State YES Program. You can apply online for free to participate in the program. Requirements are: Students must be in 9th or 10th grade this year, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 September, 2018 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: Education, News
You are the backbone of Bulgaria’s National Debate Team, you won a national cyber security competition, you earned awards from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences for computer science, you were awarded Presidential medals by two presidents, and you are admitted to some of the world’s top universities, such as Dartmouth, NYC, Tufts, Columbia, Brown, Yale, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Embassy, News | Tags: Ambassador, Education, News
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia was honored to host more than 30 high school students and their teachers on April 27, just one day before the CorPlus National English Spelling Bee. These students were from all parts of Bulgaria, and advanced to the national finals due to their hard work, determination and spelling skills. During ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 May, 2018 | Topics: Education, Embassy, Events, News | Tags: Education, News
Seven U.S. higher education institutions “met” with Bulgarian students, university and high school representatives, educators, international education advisors, and journalists at the 3rd Southeastern Europe Virtual Education Fair at the U.S. Embassy. Cultural Affairs Officer Matt Hagengruber noted the U.S. Embassy commitment to supporting STEM education projects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Commercial Attaché Maria Galindo ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 April, 2018 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Culture, Education, Embassy, Events, News | Tags: Education, Embassy
On April 17 the Embassy was visited by 20 teenagers from across Bulgaria who are studying English through the project “A Step Toward Success.” Funded by the U.S. Department of State and implemented by the Bulgarian NGO Trust for Social Achievement, “A Step Toward Success” offers English language and leadership development classes and camps to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 April, 2018 | Topics: Education, Embassy, Events, News | Tags: Education, News
Funded by the U.S. Department of State and implemented by World Learning, the new Digital Communication Network exchange program in the U.S. for digital media professionals created and supports a collaborative network of communication professionals from across Europe and Central Asia, working together to strengthen communication skills through the development and dissemination of digital content. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 April, 2018 | Topics: Education, Non Immigrant Visas | Tags: Education, News
The US Embassy in Sofia is offering three slots to teachers of English (Bulgarian nationals) on an online course taught by World Learning. The title of the course is: Integrating Critical Thinking Skills into the Exploration of Culture in an EFL Setting. The training starts on April 3, 2018 and continues for 8 weeks. For ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 January, 2018 | Topics: Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: Education, exchange programs
Deadline for application: December 10, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is now accepting applications for the 2018 Study of the U.S. Institute for Student Leaders on Civic Engagement. The Institute will take place in June and July 2018. The embassy will select one principal and two alternate candidates to compete for slots on ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 13 November, 2017 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: Education, exchange programs
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is now accepting applications for six Study of the U.S. Institutes for multinational groups of experienced university faculty, scholars, and other professionals. The program will take place at various colleges, universities, and institutions throughout the United States over the course of six weeks beginning in June 2018 or later. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 7 November, 2017 | Topics: Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S. | Tags: Education, exchange programs, News
Are you working to improve your community? We invite you to apply for the Professional Fellows Program. Participants spend six weeks in the United States learning and sharing what they know about citizen advocacy, NGO development and community organization. The program is completely free, and the deadline to apply is November 30.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: Education, exchange programs, News
U.S. Ambassador Eric Rubin today spoke to children, educators, and parents at St. St. Cyril and Methodius School in the village of Razhdavitsa. The school and Bulgarian NGO Amalipe Center for Interethnic Dialogue and Tolerance invited Ambassador Rubin to welcome students at the start of the new academic year. Kyustendil Mayor Petar Paunov and Regional Governor ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Amalipe, Education
Need help getting started with university admissions? Join us for CollegeWeekLive’s International Students Day, a free online college fair on August 30th. Plus, get expert advice on starting your applications, writing essays, and getting the best scores. This is your chance to chat with Notre Dame, NYU, and 85+ other schools, as well as EducationUSA ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 August, 2017 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: Education, News
Former Ambassador Beyrle was the keynote speaker at the AUBG commencement ceremony that took place in Blagoevgrad on May 21st . One hundred ninety-four graduates from 17 countries received a world-recognized diploma. “I believe that AUBG is the most important and the most enduring legacy of the partnership between Bulgaria and the United States over ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 May, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, News | Tags: Ambassador, AUBG, Education, News
Ambassador Eric Rubin was the keynote speaker at the American College of Sofia (ACS) Graduation Ceremony for Class 2017, which took place at the ACS campus on May 20th. One hundred forty one graduates received their diplomas from one of the oldest American educational institutions outside the United States. “I congratulate all of you for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 May, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Events, News | Tags: Ambassador, AUBG, Education, News
American Councils is looking for families living in Sofia to host American high school students who will be studying in Bulgaria for the 2017/2018 academic year. For more information, please email
sofia@americancouncilssee.org . Save
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 May, 2017 | Topics: Education, Events, News | Tags: Education, Events, News, students
Have you ever dreamed of travelling to outer space? Here is your chance to experience what it is like to be an astronaut and scientist on a space mission! The U.S. Embassy in Sofia is accepting applications for International Space Camp, which will bring together educators and students from all over the world to build ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 February, 2017 | Topics: Education, Events, News | Tags: Education, Events, News
February 2 – Ambassador Eric Rubin just launched a $153,000 U.S.-funded project in Pazardzhik. The U.S. State Department is financing the English language education for 200 students in underserved areas of Bulgaria. The project aims to give these children access to better opportunities. Ambassador Rubin, U.S. Embassy officials, and America for Bulgaria Foundation representatives wished ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 February, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Embassy, Events, News | Tags: Ambassador, Education, education program grant
On January 13th, Amb. Eric Rubin welcomed Roma students from the Hristo Botev school in the Bulgarian city of Stamboliyski to celebrate the coming Roma New Year, also known as Vassilitsa, with them. The students performed for the Embassy community, sharing their Roma traditions and wishes for a happy life and a better world. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 13 January, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Events, Human Rights, News | Tags: Ambassador, Education, Events, News, Roma
