Friday, February 10, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. A Greek Musical Interpretation of the Four International Natures of Love: Storge, Philia, Eros, Agape. AAFSW and the AAFSW FUN FOR FUNDS Events Committee cordially invite you to celebrate Valentine’s Day on Friday, February 10 at 7:00 p.m. at the “University Club,” 1135 16th Street NW, Washington, DC. The University Club is an elegant mansion in the heart of Washington DC, where the diplomatic, international and local university communities frequent. We will enjoy a lovely musical evening presented by Ms. Aphrodite Mitsopoulou, a Greek/international pianist. Ms. Aphrodite Mitsopoulou will present a special and diverse piano program in three segments: light love songs from Greece and around the world, a… Read More
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AAFSW says Goodbye to Lesley Dorman, former AAFSW President
On Friday, January 6, 2017 many AAFSW Board Members, AAFSW Members and AAFSW Associates gathered together with Lesley Dorman’s family and friends to say goodbye to our beloved former AAFSW President. The memorial service, which celebrated Lesley Dorman’s amazing life and numerous contributions, took place at the Old Post Chapel in the Ft. Myer Army Base at 3:00 p.m. The service was followed by the inurnment at the Arlington Cemetery where we all said goodbye to her. January 6 is the day of the Theophany and Epiphany, also known as Three Kings’ Day. One could not think of a more suitable date or place for saying goodbye to AAFSW’s beloved… Read More
Continue ReadingAustria in Motion: Wednesday, February 15
Austria in Motion, Wednesday, February 15 at 3:00 p.m AAFSW cordially invites you to a fascinating program, “Austria in Motion,” where you will learn about the history of the Imperial cities, see examples of magnificent architecture, and imagine the romantic beauty of Viennese balls. Mr. Thorsten Eisingerich, Minister and Director for Press and Information, representing the Austrian Embassy, will be speaking with us and giving an interesting and informative presentation on Wednesday, February 15 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Embassy of Austria, located at 3524 International Court, NW Washington, DC 20008. Come and discover the beauty and traditions of Austria, the home of famous composers, such as… Read More
Continue ReadingVolunteers Needed for Treasurer, SOSA Chair
AAFSW is seeking volunteers for the following Board positions: Treasurer The Treasurer prepares monthly and cumulative reports of expenditures and receipts and presents them to the Board; oversees the financial records; supervises the investment of all AAFSW funds; has the discretion to seek financial advice when necessary; files reports as required by the IRS, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Virginia concerning the Association’s tax-exempt status; prepares the annual budget after consultation with the President and the Finance Committee. Secretary of State Award for Outstanding Volunteerism Award (SOSA) Chair The SOSA Chair is responsible for drafting and sending announcement cable to posts working through GCLO, the DG’s office… Read More
Continue ReadingANNOUNCING: AAFSW Fun for Funds Fundraising Events Committee
Established on Thursday, December 1, 2016 and Officially Approved by AAFSW Board on Tuesday, December 13, 2016 CHAIR: Dr. Joanna Athanasopoulos, AAFSW President On Thursday, December 13, 2016, during the recent AAFSW Board meeting, the AAFSW Board officially approved AAFSW President Dr. Joanna Athanasopoulos Owen’s initiative to form a new AAFSW committee, the “FUN FOR FUNDS” Fundraising Events Committee, to help support AAFSW financially. The purpose of this committee is to put together FUN, spectacular, and amazing events for our AAFSW members and guests for the sole purpose of raising funds for AAFSW while bringing our community and guests closer. The money raised from these events will go to AAFSW’s… Read More
Continue ReadingJoin Us for a Presentation on Foreign Policy Expectations in the New Administration, January 17
AAFSW cordially invites you to a stimulating and informative panel discussion on “Foreign Policy Expectations in the New Administration” on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the Marshall Auditorium of the State Department in Washington, DC. The panel will feature Ambassador Elin Suleymanov from the Embassy of Azerbaijan, Ambassador Ashok Kumar Mirouri from the Embassy of the Republic of Singapore, and Dr. Douglas Macgregor, writer and retired U.S. Army Colonel. Our distinguished speakers will analyze the expectations the world has of the new U.S. administration regarding diplomatic, geo-political and military strategic balances. During the President Obama’s administration, the world experienced significant changes regarding the economy, migration, geographical and… Read More
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