The American University of Kuwait (AUK) Library celebrated the opening of its "AUK Library Fair: Building Information Bridges" at the campus auditorium. The opening ceremony was well attended by the University President, Dr. Marina Tolmacheva, Dr. Nizar Hamzeh, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, faculty, staff and students.
The Book fair, which was organized by the University Library, hosted 19 exhibitors, including international publishers, vendors, local institutions and book distributors.
Dr. Marina Tolmacheva welcomed the participants and guests stressing on the importance of reading and the role of the library in promoting a culture of reading. She donated some of her valuable books to the library. At the end of the opening ceremony, AUK President and the Library Director Ms. Amna Al-Omare thanked the participants and sponsors by handing out appreciation certificates.
From left to right: Ms. Amna Al-Omare, Dr. Marina Tolmacheva & Dr. Nizar Hamzeh.
The opening ceremony was well attended by faculty, staff and students.
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Photography by the AUK Public Relations & Marketing Department (C)2010. |
