Diplomatic Training / Political Science simulation

Diplomatic Training / Political Science simulation
Instructor: Dr. Wisner
Saturday • February 11, 2012 • 11:00 - 13:30
Bissell Library, American College of Thessaloniki-ACT

A special session of diplomatic training, on the campus of the American College of Thessaloniki, under the auspices of the Michael and Kitty Dukakis Canter for Public and Humanitarian Service as part of the fourth annual ACT Diplomatic Academy. The simulation will consist of mock sessions of the A100 class that all new American diplomats take at the beginning of their careers in the US Foreign Service.

Activities to be simulated include interviews, team-building exercises, note taking and cable drafting, protocol observation, public speaking, language training, "flag day," and event management.

Participants should come prepared with pen, paper, and if possible a laptop or smartphone.

Professional attire is requested.

The session is addressed to Lykeion students and will be conducted in English.