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The Canon PowerShot SD700 IS is a 6 megapixel digital camera with 4x optical zoom. It is considered a midrange camera that is compact and lightweight. Reviews praise its image quality even in low light and fast autofocus. The document provides pricing on the SD700 IS from different online retailers, with prices ranging from $254 to $611.
Remote Monitoring
AOM provides real-time monitoring of on-board systems and personnel safety for vessels through an easy-to-use web interface. This solution helps improve safety, maintenance, and compliance for tug boats, shipping companies, and oil rigs. The technology transmits data from vessels anywhere in the world via cellular or satellite networks. AOM also offers an innovative personnel tracking system that allows 24/7 monitoring of crew locations up to 10 times per second, improving emergency response times.
Public Lecture - Does Foreign Assistance Matter
Professor Arnold Harberger, a leading expert on economic development who has advised USAID and 16 foreign governments, will give a lecture titled "Does Foreign Assistance Matter?" at the American Center on September 16, 2009. The lecture will provide a critical look at the economic benefits of foreign assistance and its success in building sustainable economic development. Professor Harberger is chief economic advisor to USAID and a professor at UCLA, and has consulted widely with international organizations on economic issues in Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.
Edu Speech July
The document announces a public lecture series hosted by Room to Read and the American Center on the topic of "Education - Investing in Future Generations". The upcoming lecture will focus on assessing school performance and feature two speakers: Prof. Lal Perera, Director General of the National Institute of Education in Sri Lanka, and Stuart Kerachsky from the National Center for Education Statistics in the US, who will participate via digital video conference. The event will take place on July 8th from 5:15-7:00pm at the American Center Auditorium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
US-SLFC Photography Competition
The document announces a photography competition with the theme of depicting the intersection of people and cultures between Sri Lanka and the USA. The top prize is Rs 20,000 with additional cash prizes and potential to display photographs at an exhibition. To enter, photographers must be Sri Lankan citizens over 17 who submit up to 3 color or black and white prints between 8x10 inches and 11x14 inches along with their personal details by November 15, 2009 to the United States – Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission.
Biodiversity of Sri Lanka
American Center presents a public Lecture : Biodiversity of Sri Lanka,
This presentation will be linked via DVC to American Corner in Kandy
Audubom International Certification
Audubon International programs are designed to help organizations, communities, and stakeholders protect natural resources while achieving economic and social goals. The programs promote sustainability efforts and offer marketing tools to incentivize improving practices. Audubon International currently administers four environmental education and certification programs that are based on common sustainability principles and help interested partners enhance their financial performance while protecting the environment.
Dvc Agriculture Farming
Prof. Jonathan Crane from the University of Florida will give a talk via video conference on the latest farming techniques and issues faced by tropical fruit farmers. Prof. Kshanika Hiriburegama from the University of Colombo will facilitate. The event will include an interactive Q&A session with farmers, agricultural specialists, university students, private sector members, and other interested public on September 14, 2009 from 5:30-7:00pm at the American Center in Colombo and American Corner in Kandy. Reservations are required due to limited seating.
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The Canon PowerShot SD700 IS is a 6 megapixel digital camera with 4x optical zoom. It is considered a midrange camera that is compact and lightweight. Reviews praise its image quality even in low light and fast autofocus. The document provides pricing on the SD700 IS from different online retailers, with prices ranging from $254 to $611.
Remote Monitoring
AOM provides real-time monitoring of on-board systems and personnel safety for vessels through an easy-to-use web interface. This solution helps improve safety, maintenance, and compliance for tug boats, shipping companies, and oil rigs. The technology transmits data from vessels anywhere in the world via cellular or satellite networks. AOM also offers an innovative personnel tracking system that allows 24/7 monitoring of crew locations up to 10 times per second, improving emergency response times.
Public Lecture - Does Foreign Assistance Matter
Professor Arnold Harberger, a leading expert on economic development who has advised USAID and 16 foreign governments, will give a lecture titled "Does Foreign Assistance Matter?" at the American Center on September 16, 2009. The lecture will provide a critical look at the economic benefits of foreign assistance and its success in building sustainable economic development. Professor Harberger is chief economic advisor to USAID and a professor at UCLA, and has consulted widely with international organizations on economic issues in Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.
Edu Speech July
The document announces a public lecture series hosted by Room to Read and the American Center on the topic of "Education - Investing in Future Generations". The upcoming lecture will focus on assessing school performance and feature two speakers: Prof. Lal Perera, Director General of the National Institute of Education in Sri Lanka, and Stuart Kerachsky from the National Center for Education Statistics in the US, who will participate via digital video conference. The event will take place on July 8th from 5:15-7:00pm at the American Center Auditorium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
US-SLFC Photography Competition
The document announces a photography competition with the theme of depicting the intersection of people and cultures between Sri Lanka and the USA. The top prize is Rs 20,000 with additional cash prizes and potential to display photographs at an exhibition. To enter, photographers must be Sri Lankan citizens over 17 who submit up to 3 color or black and white prints between 8x10 inches and 11x14 inches along with their personal details by November 15, 2009 to the United States – Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission.
Biodiversity of Sri Lanka
American Center presents a public Lecture : Biodiversity of Sri Lanka,
This presentation will be linked via DVC to American Corner in Kandy
Audubom International Certification
Audubon International programs are designed to help organizations, communities, and stakeholders protect natural resources while achieving economic and social goals. The programs promote sustainability efforts and offer marketing tools to incentivize improving practices. Audubon International currently administers four environmental education and certification programs that are based on common sustainability principles and help interested partners enhance their financial performance while protecting the environment.
Dvc Agriculture Farming
Prof. Jonathan Crane from the University of Florida will give a talk via video conference on the latest farming techniques and issues faced by tropical fruit farmers. Prof. Kshanika Hiriburegama from the University of Colombo will facilitate. The event will include an interactive Q&A session with farmers, agricultural specialists, university students, private sector members, and other interested public on September 14, 2009 from 5:30-7:00pm at the American Center in Colombo and American Corner in Kandy. Reservations are required due to limited seating.
Education Usa Weekly Update No 145 August 31 2009
Fellowships to Harvard University, UC-Merced, Brown University, Cornell University and Princeton University
Library Lecture August
The American Center is presenting a public lecture on August 25, 2009 at 4:00 PM titled "The social responsibility of young people in establishing a democratic and plural Sri Lanka". The speaker will be Mr. Saliya Pieris, an Attorney-at-Law. The lecture will take place at the American Center Auditorium and be linked via video conference to the American Corner in Kandy. All are welcome to attend but seating is limited so RSVP is requested.
US-SLFCs Student Advising Aug 09
This document announces advising sessions for undergraduates and graduates on applying to universities in the US. On August 13th, advising will be provided from 11am-1:30pm for undergraduates, and from 2:30pm onwards orientations will be given. On August 14th, advising is from 8:30-10:30am for graduates, an orientation from 10:30am-1:30pm, and a special session on writing application essays and financial aid from 2-3pm. The events will take place at the American Corner in Kandy and individuals should call to schedule appointments, which are on a first-come first-served basis.
Education Usa Weekly Update No 137 July 6 2009
The document provides information on scholarships, fellowships, and news. It describes several scholarship opportunities for international students at American University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. It also announces a press fellowship for business journalists offered by the National Press Foundation. In the news section, it summarizes an article about valedictorians looking to the future and introduces a new Ph.D. program in International Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Edu Speech July
The document announces a public lecture series hosted by Room to Read and the American Center on the topic of "Education - Investing in Future Generations". The upcoming lecture will focus on assessing school performance and feature two speakers: Prof. Lal Perera, Director General of the National Institute of Education in Sri Lanka, and Stuart Kerachsky from the National Center for Education Statistics in the US, who will participate via digital video conference. The event will take place on July 8th from 5:15-7:00pm at the American Center Auditorium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Presentation on Carbon Finance
American center hosts a presentation on Carbon Finance on Wednesday, 1st July 2009 at the American Center Auditorium. This presentation is linked via digital video conference to American Corner in Male', Maldives
Fourth Of July
This document provides a summary of American landscapes from different states and territories to celebrate the Fourth of July. It features photos of iconic locations like the Statue of Liberty, Rocky Mountains, Golden Gate Bridge, and Alaskan northern lights. The document highlights the natural beauty and diversity found across the United States and its territories.
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The American Center is presenting a public lecture on August 25, 2009 at 4:00 PM titled "The social responsibility of young people in establishing a democratic and plural Sri Lanka". The speaker will be Mr. Saliya Pieris, an Attorney-at-Law. The lecture will take place at the American Center Auditorium and be linked via video conference to the American Corner in Kandy. All are welcome to attend but seating is limited so RSVP is requested.
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Education Usa Weekly Update No 137 July 6 2009
The document provides information on scholarships, fellowships, and news. It describes several scholarship opportunities for international students at American University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. It also announces a press fellowship for business journalists offered by the National Press Foundation. In the news section, it summarizes an article about valedictorians looking to the future and introduces a new Ph.D. program in International Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Edu Speech July
The document announces a public lecture series hosted by Room to Read and the American Center on the topic of "Education - Investing in Future Generations". The upcoming lecture will focus on assessing school performance and feature two speakers: Prof. Lal Perera, Director General of the National Institute of Education in Sri Lanka, and Stuart Kerachsky from the National Center for Education Statistics in the US, who will participate via digital video conference. The event will take place on July 8th from 5:15-7:00pm at the American Center Auditorium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Presentation on Carbon Finance
American center hosts a presentation on Carbon Finance on Wednesday, 1st July 2009 at the American Center Auditorium. This presentation is linked via digital video conference to American Corner in Male', Maldives
Fourth Of July
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