SOLD OUT! The Cultural Heritage of the Middle East and North Africa: Preserving the Past to Save the Future
As a “Cradle of Civilization,” the Middle East and North Africa are two regions rich with culture and heritage. With collections of artifacts, documents, and manuscripts, it is vital to preserve the past that contributes so greatly to our world. However, there are challenges that these regions face when it comes to the preservation of their cultural heritage. Whether it has been neglect, political instability, pollution, or acts of terrorism, these pieces of history are in jeopardy of being lost or forgotten.
With 25 years of experience at the US Department of State and in the Foreign Service, Jane Zimmerman is an expert on the Middle East. Before her current position as the Director of the Dean Rusk International Studies Program at Davidson College, Zimmerman served as Executive Director of The American Research Center in Egypt as well as the Executive Director of International Policy with the American Red Cross.
Join us on November 14th for dinner and a “fireside chat” to discuss the significance and preservation of the MENA region’s cultural heritage.
Date:
Thursday, November 14th
Location:
Private Residence in Charlotte. Details will be provided upon confirmation of registration.
Dinner & Networking:
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Presentation & Discussion:
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost:
$25 WACC Member Rate
$35 Non-Member rate
$15 WACC student/educator/TMS member
You must be an individual WACC educator/student/TMS member to qualify for the $15 rate
Join the waitlist by calling 704-687-7762
World Affairs Council of Charlotte
UNC Charlotte – CHHS 227
9201 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223
All reservation cancellations must be completed at least 3 business days prior to an event for a full refund. If you have dietary restrictions, please let us know in advance so that we can make the appropriate accommodations.
Biography
Jane B. Zimmerman is the John and Ruth McGee Director of the Dean Rusk International Studies Program at Davidson College, since July 2019. Previously, she was the Executive Director and CEO of the American Research Center in Egypt. Ms. Zimmerman was also the Executive Director for International Policy & External Affairs at the American Red Cross, and prior to that a senior U.S. diplomat for over 25 years with the U.S. Department of State. Her overseas assignments in the Foreign Service included Cyprus, Israel and the Gaza Strip, Tunisia, Brazil, and Mali. From 1994 to 2000, Ms. Zimmerman had several domestic and overseas assignments in the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs focused on Middle East peace. Her foreign languages include French, Portuguese, and Arabic. She is the recipient of the Secretary’s Career Achievement Award, four Superior Honor Awards, two Meritorious Honor Awards, and an Award for Excellence in Community Service. Ms. Zimmerman has a Master of Arts in Law & Diplomacy from Tufts University’s Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy, and a Bachelor of Arts from Macalester College. She is also a trustee of the W.F. Albright Institute for Archaeological Research. Ms. Zimmerman is married and has a college-aged son.
