IHP Residents: Mi Soo Lee, Min Chul Son, Woo Na Lee, & Yun Suk Hyun( Penn ELP)
The 52nd Annual Global Gala, Treasures of Armenia, was a magnificent celebration of the rich and colorful history of Armenia and its people around the world. International House was delighted to have so many supporters( it was a sold-out event!) join in honoring this wonderful occasion. The Gala is a major annual event that brings together both foreign and American students, alumni, and the larger Philadelphia community, including corporate and government leaders, and other prominent people and families of the region.
After a one-year hiatus, IHP was thrilled to bring the Gala back! It was truly a pleasure to share such a vibrant and long-standing event with the Greater Philadelphia community- and what a party it was! Gala-related events leading up to May 18th included a gorgeous art exhibit representing the best of Armenian artists from this region, a delightful winetasting, and a tour-de-cuisine of Armenian staples. These events plus impressive song, dance, and revelry on the gala night showcased a vivid glimpse into Armenian culture.
The Annual Global Gala opens a world of art and culture to fellow Philadelphians, many of whom may not find time or resources to reach these various cultural centers of the world. IHP would like to sincerely thank the many supporters and guests again, and hope for continued support to sustain the important tradition of the highly-anticipated Gala for years to come!
Please stay tuned for details on the 53rd Annual Global Gala, scheduled for Saturday, May 17, 2014!
From top row, left to right: Gala guest, Jorge Rodrigo Salgado Tello( Penn ELP, Nicaragua), Paige Hoimes( Penn, WA), Mariano Pintado Garcia( Penn ELP, Spain), Adrian Lorenzana( Drexel, USA), Michael Beachem( Associate Director Resident Life), Kalbillah Galmai( Drexel, Nijer), Farah Azhar( Penn, Pakistan)
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