The Consul General visited Artyomovsky district of Sverdlovsk oblast to further mutual understanding in Russia’s rural communities. During his visit, he was shown various sites, including an agro-business, “Artyomovskiy,” which is involved in poultry, cattle and crops. He also visited Pokrov Cathedral. Pictured here is his visit to a school in Artyomovsky, where he explored ... Read More»
Diplomacy Day at Camp: U.S. Consulate Staff Conduct Workshop on What It Takes to be a Diplomat
Twenty-five students at English Drive Summer Camp learned what it takes to be a diplomat on Monday, when the Public Affairs Officer and staff from the U.S. Consulate in Yekaterinburg visited. The students participated in role plays, in which they reacted to common situations faced by consular, management, political and public diplomacy officers. In addition, ... Read More»
Jeopardy! At Hilton Summer Camp
Approximately 120 campers at Hilton Summer Camp partook in “Jeopardy,” a popular American quiz game, with the Public Affairs Officer (PAO) from the U.S. Consulate in Yekaterinburg. On August 11, summer campers competed against each other and tested their knowledge of U.S. geography, society, schools and history. Read More»
“As We See It” Opens at the Yekaterinburg Fine Arts Museum
“As We See It,” a photography exhibit by Native American artists about modern Native American life in the United States, opened at the Yekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts on August 8. The U.S. Consulate in Yekaterinburg was delighted to be able to sponsor the exhibition, which depicts modern triumphs and struggles in the Native American ... Read More»
Omsk City Day Celebration
On August 2-3 the Consul General participated in Omsk’s City Day Celebration. The Consul General attended a variety of cultural events, including participation in a traditional tree planting ceremony. In his congratulatory remarks to Omsk City Mayor, Vyacheslav Dvorakovsky, the Consul General noted Omsk’s positive socio-economic dynamics, conveyed appreciation for the continuous support of the ... Read More»