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	~News In Brief ~ 2010!! QF Radio online presents a varied line up of events, comment, interviews and highlights from Qatar Foundation and its members. Every day we are Unlocking Human Potential.
	Lord Mayor of London To Visit Qatar Foundation The Qatar Faculty of Islamic Studies (QFIS), a member of Qatar Foundation, will host a delegation led by London Mayor Alderman Nick Anstee on February 10, 2010. QF Radio's John Bullock spoke to the Lord Mayor about the visit this week and the interview is available online (on right). Lord Mayor Anstee is here to promote the Square Mile, the world’s leading international financial and business centre, and his project is directed towards sponsoring the spread of financial literacy. He chose QFIS as his domain of concern to collaborate with well known unique institutions in the region, and build a long term relationship with academic bodies to further develop and enhance the financial market and growth, a QFIS press note said.
	Vienna Philharmonic to perform at Education City Qatar Foundation (QF) is playing host to the prestigious Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra (VPO) on February 14, as part of the celebrations of Doha Capital of Arab Culture 2010 programmes. Invited to the country by QF and Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO), VPO will give a special performance in Education City’s Ceremonial Court at 7.30pm. The 168-year old Orchestra is hailed as 'one of the most outstanding in the world'. “By bringing such esteemed musicians to Qatar we aim to assist in unlocking the human potential of all the community,” QF vice chairperson and QPO chairman Dr Saif al-Hajari said. The Vienna Philharmonic has made it its mission to communicate the humanitarian message of music into the daily lives and consciousness of its listeners. A limited number of tickets are available from Virgin Megastores.
	Aziz to present third lecture of Distinguished Lecture Series Dr. Khalid Aziz, Otto N. Miller Professor Emeritus of Earth Sciences at Stanford University, will present "Impact of Academic Research on Industry of Reservoir Simulation Research". This is the third lecture of the Texas A&M at Qatar Distinguished Lecture Series. It is on tomorrow 8 February. His lecture will focus on reviewing the development of reservoir modeling technology and the contributions made by academic research on the industry of reservoir simulation. For information or to RSVP contact Rola Abou Ghaida: rola.aboughaida@qatar.tamu.edu, +974.423.0212.
	VCU-Q Hosts Design of Dissent exhibition Milton Glaser Design of Dissent Book DOHA // Recently Mirko Ilic returned to Doha having initially come out last year to work with graphic design students at Virginia Commonwealth University of Qatar. He has accumulated more than three decades in design, serving as the art director for Time magazine and the New York Times’ editorial pages, and having also managed his own firm. Ilic has come to appreciate the power of images, their ability to seduce and persuade, unsettle and motivate. “We love to use graphic design to sell you products or corporate ideology,” the New York-based graphic designer said. “Sometimes designers decide they are still citizens of this world, and try to make this world a better place.” And proving that big ideas, visually rendered, can change hearts and minds is very much the central theme of Virginia Commonwealth University-Qatar’s Design of Dissent exhibition -- the first showing of the exhibition outside of the US. It is on until the 7^th of March. More Also coming Up at VCU-Q March 15: The VCU-Q gallery will host an exhibition on historical works from India. The exhibition will focus on the age of discovery in late Georgian India and the works will come from the Royal Asiatic Society of London. April (end): The VCU-Q gallery will feature the Senior Exhibition to display the works of graduating VCU-Q students. The exhibition will comprise graphic design, fashion design and interior design works.
	Horse Games – Horse Sports Don't miss this unique seminar From traditional oriental games to modern and Olympic sports رياضة الفروسية – مسابقات الخيول من الألعاب التقليدية الشرقية حتى الرياضة الأولمبية الحديثة 9^th / 10^th February 2010; Museum of Islamic Art, Doha - Qatar QF Radio is delighted to be covering and recording many of the sessions to bring you programs from this unique event in the coming weeks. The seminar is the first of its kind inviting world-renowned specialists to speak and discuss the history and evolution of horse sports. It will cover many themes related to horse sports and games such as Polo, Jereed and Fantasia; demonstrating their origins and current-day popularity. From a historical perspective, lectures will highlight the significance of horse games and their evolution in the region and around the world. Several speakers will focus on specific horse sports such as Another theme of the seminar is horse racing and its impact on societies in the Arab World and other regions. The lectures are enriched with images and short films. The seminar is co-organized by Qatar Museums Authority, Qatar Olympic Committee, Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, Qatar Equestrian Federation and Al Shaqab. * Al Shaqab is a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Research and Community Development. The seminar is open to the public, guests may RSVP by emailing horsegames@qma.org.qa. Arabic translation is provided! View program.
	New 'Doha Briefing' Breakfast Show now on air 91.4 FM DOHA: Wednesday 27 January QF Radio is proud to announce the new daily breakfast show, 'Doha Briefing', which is on 6am to 9am, Sunday to Thursday. It is broadcast from Education City on 91.4 FM. The show features interviews with Qatar Foundation staff, students, visitors, and covers events updates. Increasingly it will feature information and guests from Doha as well as drawing from the rich Qatar Foundation community. QF Radio's John Bullock said, "it is hoped that the show will enhance the understanding of Qatar Foundation's aim of 'unlocking human potential' and will create a greater conversation with the Doha community generally. There are many positive and inspiring stories to tell, everyday'. Doha Briefing plays 6-9am weekdays on QF Radio.
	'Stepping Toward Sensory Design' Lecturer, Discovers Qatar Highly regarded design researcher and author Joy Monice Malnar was in Doha late January as guest speaker in the Virginia Commonwealth University’s Spring Lecture Series. Her lecture ‘Stepping Toward Sensory Design,’ addressed some of the major issues facing practitioners of design today. Joy spoke first with John Bullock about her excitement at discovering Qatar. Duration: 13.50
	EC Students Help Haiti Education City students share are now turning their concern for the people of Haiti into a fundraising drive to help survivors of the recent devastating earthquakes to recover from the ruins and rebuild their nation. Student leader and QF Radio A-Z reporter, Zaid Haque, talks about what the students are planning. Duration 3.40 The appeal now has a website EC for Haiti http://sites.google.com/site/ecforhaiti to keep everyone connected to this worthwhile project.
	Gulf Women and Politics – the Kuwaiti Experience This was the subject of a lecture given this week by Aseel Al-Awadhi in the Carnegie Mellon Qatar 'Distinguished Lecture Series'. Aseel made history in 2009 when she became one of the first four women to be elected to the 50 seat Kuwait National Assembly. John Bullock started his interview with Aseel by asking about her academic career. Duration 14.45
	Empowerment of the Family in the Modern World Challenges and Promises Empowerment of the Family and the challenges it faces in a modern world is the theme of a two day international conference (27 and 28 January 2010) being hosted in Doha by the Qatar Foundation’s Doha International Institute for Family Studies and Development . John Bullock spoke with Amina Mesdoura the Family Policy Director at the institute about the aims of the conference. Duration 9.29
	IT Minute with Ali Sultan Sikander The internet at times is like another universe with new stars bursting onto the scene, applications that were once the hottest thing suddenly burning up in the Ethernet. However at last we have someone to tell us all about the latest in IT and he happens’ to be the webmaster for the Qatar Foundation’s website Ali Sultan Sikander. Speaking with John Bullock, Ali starts this report with what’s new and fresh from Apple. Duration 9.25
	Doha Fundraising Supports Johnnesburg Last year Doha played host to two great humanitarian projects, the Rota Gala Dinner and Charity Auction, and the Doha 21st Century Leaders Awards with its fundraising project 'Whatever It Takes'. More is available at www.facebook.com/whateverittakes.org John Bullock talks with Yana Fleming from Whatever It Takes about a project funds raised in Doha are supporting in Johannesburg. And the next 'Whatever It Takes' charity event is scheduled for the Doha Marriot on the 26th and 27th of February. Duration 6.28
	American students present ideas on enhancing Student Affairs Recently 23 students from the universities of Maryland and San Diego doing their graduate studies in leadership and higher education, were recently invited by Qatar Foundation to spend a week in Qatar. During this time they explored how Student Affairs offices could be enhanced to improve the learning experience for university students. After plenty of research and rigorous discussions, the group presented their recommendations at a symposium here at QF. QF Radio's Riham El Houshi spoke to Paige Haber, a doctoral student in leadership studies, and a faculty member at the university of San Diego who over saw the delegation, dubbed the Young Professionals Institute.
	Youth to Slam Poetry! Bloomsbury Qatar Foundation Publishing announces the first 'Aspiring Youth Poetry Slam,' to be held on the 8th of February 2010. Aspiring poets between the ages of 16-23 are invited to read their original English and Arabic poems and it is hoped that the occasion will encourage writing, creativity and storytelling. Bloomsbury would like to invite schools to share the news of the poetry event with students to encourage them to participate by signing up. Aspiring Youth Poetry Slam Monday, February 8th. English Poetry: 5:00 to 6:00 pm Arabic Poetry: 6:30 to 7:30 pm Qatar Foundation Recreation Center AaQool Atrium For more information phone 454 2431 or email bqfp.events@qf.org.qa
	Next Debate at St. Stephen's College, Delhi, India February 15th, 2010 Motion: to be confirmed
	World Schools debating Championships start tomorrow! 8th-19th of February. Qatar is ready to host the World School Debates Competition 2010, from 8th-19th of February. In readiness for the competition the four prepared motions and the grand final motion for the 2010 World Schools Debating Championships have been announced. However until the draw is announced, teams won't know whether they'll be the proposition or the opposition and so must prepare for both sides of the motion. The remaining four preliminary rounds will be on motions announced to the teams just one hour before the debate begins. Preliminary Round Motions 2010 THAT WE SHOULD SUPPORT MILITARY INTERVENTION IN SOMALIA THAT EVERY COUNTRY SHOULD HAVE THE RIGHT TO POSSESS NUCLEAR WEAPONS THAT DOCTORS SHOULD REPORT EVIDENCE OF MARITAL ABUSE TO THE POLICE THAT TERRORIST SUSPECTS SHOULD HAVE THE RIGHT TO A TRIAL IN CIVILIAN COURTS Grand Final Motion THAT GOVERNMENTS SHOULD NEVER BAIL OUT BIG COMPANIES Stay tuned for on-air reports on QF Radio on 91.4 FM. More at www.wsdc2010qatar.com
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	Missed the Live Chat? Catch the Back Chat interviews! On demand audio, unlocking human potential in Qatar Foundation and Doha. Latest audio for February He’s the 682nd Lord Mayor of the City of London, he’s charged with the administration and leadership of Great Britain’s financial hub in the City of London and with spearheading the marketing and promotional drive for Britain’s financial services sector. His name is Nick Anstee and John Bullock started their conversation by asking about the job of Lord Mayor of the City of London. Dur: 11’.58” Education - Great Teachers First week of February, Doha hosted its first international Great Teachers Retreat, an event where teachers joined for several days in discussion about issues, solutions and possibilities. The Doha event was hosted by Calgary University in Doha and John Bullock spoke with Jackie Dumont about the retreat. Duration: 4’17 National Vision 2030 - MEED MEED the GCC business news, research and intelligence agency recently published an article titled ‘Qatar takes the long view as its economy booms.’ John Bullock spoke with author of the article, Edmund O’Sullivan, firstly about the history of MEED in the region and then the points O’Sullivan was making in the article. Duration 9’ 33” Technology - QFIT Manager Education City with its six leading universities, the Qatar Science and Technology Park and Al Shaqab, just to name a few of the entities and projects at Qatar Foundation, all require a very robust technical infrastructure. John Bullock talks with Qatar Foundation Information Technology Director Mr. Sa’di Awienat about his career and job at Qatar Foundation Duration: 3’57” Community Earth Day Earth Day 2010 is bound to have special significance this year following the attention generated by the Copenhagen Environment Conference and the announcements made in Qatar about the development of bio fuels, solar energy and green building practices. Doha is planning a number of activities around the Global Day of Action which is the 22nd of April as QF Radio New Insight presenter Riham El Houshi found out. Duration 2 47 Community Vodafone Vodafone Qatar a member of the Qatar Foundation family has been enjoying a series of successes over the past eighteen months, developing a nationwide technical infrastructure, building a customer base and investing in a series of significant community projects. John Bullock spoke with Vodafone Qatar Chief Executive Officer Grahame Maher about milestones passed, plans for the future and how he got such an amazing job. Duration 8’43 Technology - IT Update What’s happening on line, who has got the coolest apps and what are the latest and best websites to check out? The man who has all the answers is Qatar Foundation Webmaster, Ali Sikandar. he joins John Bullock to talk digital life and in this issue the boys are taking a bite of the big apple and browser wars. Duration 9’25” Technology - Satellite Watching what we do, when do it, and with whom is the proven formula of many action thriller plots, sci-fi movies and are now reality as satellite imagery expands out from the domain of military and research into the public domain with such ventures as Google Earth. In Doha for the Northwestern University in Qatar Communication Program, Dr Lisa Parks, Professor and Chair of the Department of Film and Media Studies at the University of California - Santa Barbara, gave a lecture entitled "Zeroing In: Infrastructure Ruins and Datalands in Afghanistan and Iraq". Dr Parks talks with John Bullock about media, satellite images and why she chose a media studies background to pursue her interest in world politics. Duration 16 00 Science and Research - QSTP The Qatar Science and Technology Park,a member of Qatar Foundation, is set to make a significant contribution the realization of Qatar National 2030 Vision. John Bullock speaks with Dr Tidu Maini, Executive Chairman of Qatar Science & Technology Park about the Park’s plans for 2010, and the official inauguration year of 2009. Duration 14 39
	Events Centre ~ February We invite you to submit events for consideration to connect@qfradio.org.qa. VCU-Q Community Classes Open now but filling fast Fashion Design, Accessories Design, PhotoShop, Watercolour Exploration, Palestinian Embroidery, Flash and more... www.vcuqatar.com/learning Qatar Bird Club Special Guest Speaker Director and Chief Executive of Birdlife International, based in Cambridge UK Dr Marco Lambertini speaking on "The Effect of Climate change on Birds" Monday 8 February at 7.30 pm at the Friends of the Environment Centre. Please arrive and be seated by 7.20pm. Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra Family Concert Hänsel & Gretel , special version for and with Children February 24th ,2010 Time: 17.00-18.15 Location : Aspire Zone (Ladies Club) opposite parking M1 Soloists: Kapsung Ahn, Father Veronika Farkas, Mother Judith Spiesser, Sandman Verena Usemann, Hänsel Felicitas Fuchs, Gretel Anton Kuhn,Witch Conductor: Cornelia v. Kerssenbrock Ticket Price 25QR /children,75QR/adult Tickets from: Virgin Megastore (Villaggio and Landmark) For more info e-mail: qpopr@qf.org.qa
	Quackfest v !! QATAR’S ULTIMATE ARTS, COMMUNITY & KREATIVITY FESTIVAL 5th Celebration! Qatar Academy at Education City, is currently involved in the annual Quackfest Fundraising event which is quickly approaching. As in previous years this is a student-born and student-organized spring festival. “Quackfest” brings together many aspects of Education City into one exciting and fun day for students, teachers, and families alike. The monies raised from this event will be divided equally to the following charities: Qatar Animal Welfare Society (QAWS). Educational Support to Indonesian School – Bayat Klaten, Yogyakarta. When: Friday 26^th Feb, 2:30p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Where: Qatar Academy – senior school & track field Entrance Fee: QR. 5- for adults, children under 5 free Fun activities include: Horse rides Educational shows about (Helicopter & ambulance) Food service Fun Activities for kids, slides, games, face painting, Henna Music Sports Folkloric dance Art works display Crafts Come and enjoy! Aziz to present third lecture of Distinguished Lecture Series Dr. Khalid Aziz, Otto N. Miller Professor Emeritus of Earth Sciences at Stanford University, will present "Impact of Academic Research on Industry of Reservoir Simulation Research" as the third lecture of the Texas A&M at Qatar Distinguished Lecture Series on 8 February. His lecture will focus on reviewing the development of reservoir modeling technology and the contributions made by academic research on the industry of reservoir simulation. For information or to RSVP contact Rola Abou Ghaida: rola.aboughaida@qatar.tamu.edu, +974.423.0212.
	Qatar International Beauty Academy A member of Qatar Foundation Open daily 8.30am - 12.30pm Training in beauty therapy International courses Short courses and workshops Beauty therapy, massage and relaxation Tajmeel is an educational establishment dedicated to providing high quality training in the hair and Beauty industry. The Academy is located in Doha. Strengthened by valued partnerships with Qatar’s Social Development Centre (SDC) and UK’s Yorkshire College of Beauty Therapy (YCOB), Tajmeel meets a long felt need in Qatar. The Academy was founded in 2009 by SDC, a branch of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development. SDC’s mission is to support, develop and invest in Human Resources in Qatar. Tajmeel is managed by an experienced team from the internationally acclaimed Yorkshire College of Beauty. Phone 00974 4380 268 First Floor, Social development Centre C Ring Road, Ramada Traffic Lights
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	An audience with Sir Ben Kingsley ~ 21st Century Leaders Humanitarian Award recipient John Bullock talks with one of the finest actors of his generation, Sir Ben Kingsley in Doha in October to receive a humanitarian award. In this exclusive interview, John pilots a diverse course traversing Sir Ben's current projects, the role of the story teller in our society, why Qatar should make films and lots of them and much more.
	An audience with Monica Yunus ~ 21st Century Leaders Humanitarian Award recipient The talented New York Metropolitan Opera soprano and daughter of Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus, Monica Yunus was recently honoured with a Doha 21st Century Leaders Award. QF Radio's John Bullock spoke to Monica about her passion for music and her work with Sing For Hope.
	NEW Meet Dr Abdelali Haoudi Vice President for Research at Qatar Foundation which oversees the pursuit of cutting-edge research and development, and implements research programs that will help build the country's innovation and technology capacity, and support the growth of Qatari society as part of the Qatar National Vision 2030.
	NEW Meet Dr Mark H Weichold, Dean and Chief Executive of Texas A&M-Qatar In this program we meet Dr Mark H Weichold Dean and Chief Executive of Texas A&M-Qatar who says, “there is nothing in my history with Texas A & M University that compares to what we are part of here in Education City. It is quite humbling and exciting to be a part of this very unique and revolutionary approach to education”. For QFRadio John Bullock talks with Dean Weichold and begins by discussing the early history of Texas A&M. Duration: 29’ 06
	Meet Mr Dan Bergin, Executive Project Director, Sidra Medical and Research Centre Opening in 2012, Dan is responsible for the highly detailed planning and co-ordination required to establish the clinical services and research that will be conducted at Sidra. The scale of the operation and the upcoming facilities are mind blowing! Do not miss this interview. Duration 29.44.
	Meet Dr Javaid Sheikh, Dean of Weill Cornell Medical College Dean of Weil Cornell Medical College in Qatar, which by its very establishment here in Qatar has created a number of enviable firsts which Doctor Sheikh explains.
	Meet Kurt Meister Managing Director of the Qatar Philharmonic. The establishment of the Qatar Philharmonic is part of the broad vision to develop the cultural aspect of the Qatar Foundation's vision to immeasurably enrich the cultural life of Doha and promote the rich heritage of Arabian music.
	Meet Dr. Hatem Al Qaranshwi Dean of the Qatar Faculty of Islamic Studies part of Qatar Foundation and based at Education City, Doha, Qatar. "The aim of the Faculty is to contribute to our age, rather than separate from it. We take it upon ourselves to make clear the rich, dynamic, and inspiring spirit of our Islamic heritage, to emphasize its tolerance, diversity, and hence, ability to serve all of humanity through infinite paths for dialogue and action". Interview 28 mins.
	Meet Mr Paul D'Arcy General Manager of Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC).
	Meet Dr. Abdul Sattar Al Taie, Director of Qatar Foundation National Research, one of Qatar’s key development agencies.
	QF Radio invites you to browse the events calendar online here designed to provide the most comprehensive combined list of events from Qatar Foundation members and partners. We invite interested parties to submit events for consideration to connect@qfradio.org.qa.

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