American Corners
An "American
Corner" is a small, American-style library located within a
local partner organization, usually a library. It is intended to be a friendly,
accessible space, open to the public. An American Corner is a joint partnership
project that promotes cooperation and understanding between the United States
and Morocco.
It serves as regional resource centers for information and programs
highlighting American culture, history, current events, and government.
"American Corners" typically host discussion groups, seminars,
digital video conferencing (DVCs), poster exhibits, and meetings with U.S. and
local specialists on a wide range of American-focused topics. They act as a
regional repository for the use of American-themed books, videos, DVDs, and
CD-ROMs and provide free internet access and educational materials. Access to the American Corner’s collection is
free and open to all interested citizens.
The American Corner is the first place to visit for accurate and up-to-date information
about political, economic, cultural, educational and social trends in the
United States. It also
offers American speakers on a variety of topics and hosts a range of
classes, clubs and activities. Speakers can lead discussions on topics as varied
as U.S Sports, the U.S Constitution, U.S exchange programs, holiday
traditions in the U.S., and more. In addition, many of the American Corners
sponsor clubs, such as American music, poetry clubs, and video clubs, which
allow people to practice their English or just learn more about American
culture and traditions.
Currently there are two American Corners in Morocco – one in Marrakech and another in Oujda. For more details on services and current programs at the American Corners in Morocco, please contact the IRC of Rabat Webmaster_Rabat@state.gov or the IRC of Casablanca daramerica@state.gov or the American Corner staff directly using the information provided below:
Marrakech American Corner (MAC)
Faculté des Lettres et des Sciences Humaines
Amerchich – Daoudiate B.P. 2410, 40000 Marrakech
Tel: (+212) 524 30 27 42 - Fax
: (+212) 5 24 30 20 39
Oujda American
Corner (OAC)
Bibliothèque Saoura
Bd. Mohammed VI, Oujda
Tel: (+212) 536 50.67.57
Email: espaceamericainoujda@gmail.com
Website: www.oujdaamericancorner.com
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