Media Advisory: Pittsburgh and Qatar – Connecting campuses and cultures

Event: Through an initiative aimed at promoting cross-cultural experiences between its Pittsburgh and Qatar campuses, Carnegie Mellon University invites you to celebrate the opening of the Pittsburgh Room (in Doha) and the Qatar Room (in Pittsburgh). The ‘rooms’ offer a glimpse of student life on the other’s campus through souvenirs, memorabilia and open video conference facilities. A reception will follow the opening ceremony, marking the celebration of International Day at the university where students, faculty, staff and visitors will enjoy rich cultural experiences with entertainment, performances and culinary delights.

Program: Tuesday, April 12, 2011

5:30pm Media registration and welcome

5:45pm Opening remarks by Qatar and by Pittsburgh

6:00pm Reception and refreshments

6:15pm International Day evening performances

Special guests: G. Richard Tucker, Dean of Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (from Doha) Amy Burkert, Vice Provost for Education of Carnegie Mellon University (from Pittsburgh) Mark Kamlet, Provost of Carnegie Mellon University (from Pittsburgh) Gina Casalengo, Dean of Student Affairs of Carnegie Mellon University (from Pittsburgh) Kim Abel, Director of Housing and Dining, Carnegie Mellon University (from Pittsburgh)

Where: Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, Education City “Pittsburgh Room”, 1st Floor International Day activities to be held in the west walkway

Media: Please confirm your attendance by sending an email to [email protected] or [email protected] by Monday, April 11.