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ST. ANNE’S SCHOOL WINS U.S. EMBASSY SPONSORED ALTERNATIVE ENERGY COMPETITION FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Ambassador Nicole Avant announced St. Anne’s high school the winners of the first U.S. Embassy sponsored Alternative Energy Competition. The competition was held in conjunction with The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and... The Bahamas Hotel Association. The announcement was made on Thursday, November 12 during the luncheon of the 2009 Bahamas Energy Conference at Sheraton Nassau Beach Hotel. C.R. Walker High School was the second place winners and Temple Christian School finished third. This competition was part of the November 12-14 Bahamas Energy Conference and Trade Show, and was sponsored by the Sheraton Nassau Beach Hotel.
The students worked in groups of six to design a marketing campaign to promote energy efficiency in students’ communities and homes. Their campaign had to promote a specific energy efficient tool and explain why it would be effective in improving energy conservation in The Bahamas. The marketing plan included: a one minute recorded media jingle, a full-color poster, a slogan, and a one page marketing plan outlining why the group chose the slogan and why it will be an effective way to reach the public.
St. Anne’s school won a one-week, all-expense paid trip to the FORFAR Bahamas Environmental Youth Camp in Andros sponsored by the Bahamas National Trust, Bahamas Hotel Association, Coastal Awareness Committee, The Bahamas Reef Environment Education Foundation, and Bahamas Fast Ferries. The second place team, C. R. Walker school won a one-day, all-expense paid trip to the Island School, Cape Eleuthera sponsored by New Oriental Laundry, the Poop Deck Restaurants, BahamasWaste, Ferreira and Company, Islands by Design, Reiss Engineering, Morganti Texas, Inc., National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators and Developers (NABHOOD), and HVS Global Hospitality Services. The third place team from Temple Christian School won a Blue Lagoon Eco-Adventure Package donated by Dolphin Encounter. Each member of the top three teams also received day passes to the Atlantis Aqua Adventure Water Park, courtesy of Kerzner International.
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U.S. Embassy sponsored Alternative Energy Conference for High School Students
The U.S. Embassy, in conjunction with The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and The Bahamas Hotel Association held its first Alternative Energy Marketing Competition on Friday, October 30 at the Sheraton Nassau Beach Hotel. Eight high schools incl...uding: Mount Carmel, C.V. Bethel, C.W. Saunders, Temple Christian, St. Anne’s, C. I. Gibson, Queen’s College, and C. R. Walker participated in the competition. This competition is a part of the November 12-14 Bahamas Energy Conference and Trade Show, and was sponsored by the Sheraton Nassau Beach Hotel. The students worked in groups of six to design a marketing campaign to promote energy efficiency in students’ communities and homes. Their campaign had to promote a specific energy efficient tool i.e. natural gas, solar panels, CFL light bulbs, public transportation, water conservation, wind power, etc. and explain why it would be effective in improving energy conservation in The Bahamas. The marketing plan included: a one minute recorded media jingle, a full-color poster, a slogan, and a one page marketing plan outlining why the group chose the slogan and why it will be an effective way to reach the public.
U.S. Ambassador Nicole Avant will announce the first, second and third place winners at the Bahamas Energy Conference and Trade Show scheduled for November 12 at the Sheraton Nassau Beach Hotel. The first place team will win a one-week, all-expense paid trip to the FORFAR Bahamas Environmental Youth Camp in Andros sponsored by the Bahamas National Trust, Bahamas Hotel Association, Coastal Awareness Committee, The Bahamas Reef Environment Education Foundation, and Bahamas Fast Ferries. The second place team will win a one-day, all-expense paid trip to the Island School, Cape Eleuthera sponsored by New Oriental Laundry, the Poop Deck Restaurants, BahamasWaste, Ferreira and Company, Islands by Design, Reiss Engineering, Morganti Texas, Inc., National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators and Developers (NABHOOD), and HVS Global Hospitality Services. The third place prize is a Blue Lagoon Eco-Adventure Package donated by Dolphin Encounter. These prizes were selected to impart to the next generation the principals of environmental stewardship and sustainable living practices. Each member of the top three teams will also receive day passes to the Atlantis Aqua Adventure Water Park, courtesy of Kerzner International.
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Ambassador Nicole Avant meets with Bahamian Media
On Friday, October 23, U.S. Ambassador Nicole Avant held a press conference to meet with the Bahamian print and broadcast media at the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence. In her remarks, Ambassador Avant noted that she looks forward to engaging with representatives of the Bah...amian government, business and social institutions as well as learning about what is important to Bahamians. Ambassador Avant added that she looks forward to discovering areas where there are opportunities to cooperate on mutually beneficial partnerships. These include alternative energy, education, and the arts.
United States Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas On Thursday, October 22, the 13th United States Ambassador to The Bahamas, Nicole Avant formally presented her credentials to the Governor General of The Bahamas, His Excellency Arthur D. Hanna at Government House. In her remarks, Ambassador Avant noted that she brings to her service as Ambassador a lifetime of experience in philanthropy, politics and culture.
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United States Ambassador Nicole A. Avant presents credentials to the Governor General
On Thursday, October 22, the 13th United States Ambassador to The Bahamas, Nicole Avant formally presented her credentials to the Governor General of The Bahamas, His Excellency Arthur D. Hanna at Government House. In her remarks, A...mbassador Avant noted that she brings to her service as Ambassador a lifetime of experience in philanthropy, politics and culture.During her tenure, Ambassador Avant pledged to enhance joint efforts against terrorism, protect borders to combat the transshipment of illicit drugs and the smuggling of illegal migrants and weapons; defend and promote human rights and democratic ideals and build prosperity and economic security.
United States Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas U.S. Ambassador-designate Nicole Avant arrived in The Bahamas On Wednesday, October 16th, U.S. Ambassador-Designate Nicole A. Avant arrived in The Bahamas to take up her post as the thirteenth U.S. Ambassador to The Bahamas. Ambassador Avant was accompanied by her husband, Ted Sarandos. On arrival, Ambassador Avant ...was met by the Chief Protocol Officer at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Melvin Seymour, and U.S. Chargè d’Affaires, a.i,. Timothy Zuniga-Brown. She was also formally introduced to other officials at the U.S. Embassy on arrival. Ambassador Avant will present her Letters of Credence to the Governor General of The Bahamas, His Excellency Arthur D. Hanna, on Thursday, October 22.
United States Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas President Barack Obama was announced as the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize winner on October 9. The Norwegian Nobel Committee cited President Obama's "extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples." Of special note was President Obama's outreach to the Muslim world and attempts t...o curb nuclear proliferation. He is the third sitting U.S. President to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
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Bahamian U.S. Exchange Alumni Recognized For their Shared Commitment to Excellence
A wide cross section of Bahamian professionals, educators, scientists, artists, government officials, journalists and businesspersons gathered together at a U.S. Embassy hosted reception at the Hilton Hotel on Thursday, September 24. ... The event was held in recognition of Bahamian Alumni who participated in U.S. Government International Visitors Exchange Programs. In his remarks U.S. Chargé d’Affaires a.i., Timothy Zúñiga-Brown lauded the alumni for their shared commitment to excellence.
The highlight of the evening was a special award presented by Mr. Zúñiga-Brown to Dr. Keva Bethel, herself an alumnus, for her outstanding efforts to promote and support the International Visitor Exchange programs during her tenure as President of The College of The Bahamas. The United States has participated in exchange programs with The Bahamas for over 35 years. These programs include the Fulbright Graduate Student Program and Fulbright Latin American Scholarship Programs for study for advanced degrees at top U.S. Universities. Eighteen Bahamian Fulbright alumni in a wide variety of occupations have benefitted from this exchange. The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship brings accomplished professionals from developing countries to the U.S. for one year of academic study. Fourteen Bahamians have participated in this program. And finally, the International Visitor Leadership Program sends participants to the U.S. for professional development. This training includes meetings with their counterparts in the public and private sectors and exposure to American culture. One hundred and twenty Bahamians have been afforded this opportunity. Of the thousands of IVP alumni from all over the world, more than 290 are current and former Chiefs of State and Heads of Government. Over 2,000 are cabinet-level ministers, including Bahamian Minister of Education, the Honorable Carl Bethel.
United States Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas The United States Embassy led an eighteen member delegation to Chicago, Ill, September 10th-17th to attend the much anticipated PRINT ’09 EXPO. This massive show, which occurs only once every four years, featured over 800 exhibitors and 3,000 delegates stretching the globe as far east as China. The Bahamas was the on...ly Caribbean country with U.S. Embassy representatives at the show, giving credence to the local print industry’s commitment to be resilient in the recession and relevant in the rebound.
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Opening Ceremony: Workshop on Electronic Evidence in Criminal Investigations
A three-day regional workshop on Electronic Evidence in Criminal Investigations opened on Tuesday, September 22 at the British Colonial Hilton Hotel. The workshop sponsored by the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Organization of American S...tates (OAS), will focus on gathering electronic evidence in investigations in a form suitable for prosecution. The purpose is to assist countries in building capacity to investigate and prosecute any crime. This workshop will discuss how to identify and gather electronic evidence such as e-mail, digital photos, use of the Internet, mobile phones, and computer-based records. In his opening remarks U.S. Charge d’Affaires Timothy Zuniga-Brown noted that “we must continue to cooperate internationally in gathering and sharing electronic evidence. It is only by working together that we will be able to successfully investigate and prosecute the criminals that are intent on causing us harm and threaten our way of life.” The three-day workshop is intended for investigators and prosecutors who investigate or prosecute significant crimes of any kind. Instructors and participants will discuss these topics within the framework of a case study, from first report of a crime to preparation for trial. The workshop will include participants from thirteen countries who will discuss how their legal systems shape investigations, the gathering of electronic evidence, and its use at trial.
United States Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas Nicole A. Avant was sworn in as the 13th U.S. Ambassador to the Commonwealth of The Bahamas by U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in Washington, D.C., on September 9, 2009. Ms. Avant is expected to present her letters of credence to the Governor General of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas in October. Visit the Emb...assy's website http://nassau.usembassy.gov for more information.
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A three-day conference on Cybercrime was held on August 25-27 at the Sheraton Resort on Cable Beach. The conference included twenty-five participants from military and government agencies. The facilitators and presenters for the course included members from the Rhode Island National Guard.
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The Bahamas Energy Conference presents research on the latest energy trends and highlights emerging mechanisms on energy use and consumption. The event also features a trade component which will include energy-efficient products on the cutting edge of technology. The conference will be held in conjunction with The Ba...hamas Chamber of Commerce and The Bahamas Hotel Association. We invite American manufacturers and distributors to participate. Registration forms and a complete overview of the event are available under the Commercial Outreach Activities section.
For further information contact U.S. Embassy Nassau; Tel: 242-322-1181, ext. 4226, or 4227; Email: Baina@state.gov or rollenewtonti@state.gov
Time:8:00AM Thursday, November 12th
Location:Sheraton Resort
