AWARE Center- History of Kuwait Dwaniya

This Diwaniya will be followed by Dinner. Ever wonder what attracted the first inhabitants of Kuwait to settle here and what life was like during its establishment as a desert outpost? Acquire an appreciation for the rich heritage of Kuwait’s past, and how it has influenced the way its people have adjusted to changes and modernization. Dr. Winokur will share video and still images to enhance your understanding of the very beginning of Kuwait’s past. Dr. Ilene Winokur AlZaid arrived in Kuwait in October 1984 and has been learning about her “adopted” home ever since. She is currently the Director of Foundation Programs at Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) and Managing Director of Specialized Solutions, an educational consulting company. She has taught at the elementary and college levels in private institutions since 1995, and been an administrator for more than10 years. Ilene holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Lehigh University and an MBA from the University of Miami, Florida. She also completed ESL certification at the College of New Jersey, and a BA in History from State University at Buffalo, New York.

When: January 13, 2015
Where: AWARE Center- Surrah
Time: 7 pm
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