Speaker series returns hosting disability rights advocate
The Ralph J. Bunche Library held its first virtual speaker series via WebEx, Sept. 22. The series hosted former-Department of State Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Judith Heumann, who discussed her decades-long role...
Unique Experiences
By Yolanda F. Williams and Peter Brown
Every November, Veteran’s Day is a time to honor American veterans and provides an opportunity to thank them for their service and sacrifice. This year also marks the...
U.S. funds accessible schools in Mongolia
The U.S. Ambassador to Mongolia Michael Klecheski (center), attended the opening of a U.S. government-funded kindergarten in the southern city of Sainshand, Sept. 23. Klecheski met with local activists from the disability community during...
Driving Success
The three high-speed driving tracks at the Diplomatic Security Service’s (DSS’) FASTC allow for DSS special agents to learn, practice, and apply defensive and counterterrorism driving maneuvers, Nov. 13, 2019. State Department photo
By Barbara...
Retirements | November 2020
Civil Service
Bethune-King, ElizaCintron, Josephine Fink, Alvin K.Greene, Lisa B.Happ, Denise A.Parker, CarltonPierce, Johnny W.Sabino, Zaldy N.Stephens, Christopher N.Tarnowka, Andrew H.Walch, Tammy F.Wu, Elaine J.
Foreign Service
Albright, Richard A.Allen, Amy M.Aloia, John F.Anderson, Tanya C.Banen, Terrance D.Barlerin,...
Embassy staff joins Estonians in World Cleanup Day
Staff at Embassy Tallinn participated in World Cleanup Day, Sept. 18. Participation was about more than just being good neighbors—it was a way to be a part of a local tradition. The embassy team...
Connecting emerging IT professionals to the Department
By Katherine Davis
The Foreign Affairs Information Technology (FAIT) Fellowship allows university students to prepare for careers as information management specialists while completing their education. The program consists of two internships, one domestic and one...
One Mission
By Chris Meade, Merlyn Schultz, Fany Colon de Hayes, and Clarece Polke Videos courtesy of the Operations Center's Office of Crisis Management and Strategy
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On January 23, the Chinese government announced it would lock...
