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10/15/2009

Results of the Selection of Candidates for the
Secondary School Exchange Programme January-June 2010 in USA
On the 7th of October the interviewing Board of ESU Argentina met at the offices of Cambridge ESOL Argentina to select one candidate to study in USA from January to June 2010, on the scholarship that the USA Branch offers students of our member schools every year.
Several pre-selected candidates were interviewed, all highly recommended by their School Heads. After careful consideration we chose in the first place Agustín Suárez Ortega from Del Viso Day School, over eight other applicants. Runner-up was María Julieta Crouzel from Colegio Jesús María de Buenos Aires.
Also, we met María Florencia Montesinos, Luciano Manuel Mónaco and María Victoria Catta from Escuela Argentina Modelo, Ana Paola Keller Sarmiento from St Andrew’s Scots School, Mariana Welsh Miguens from Colegio Jesús María de Buenos Aires, Francisco Accornero from Del Viso Day School and Jacques Marfort from Colegio Champagnat.
We were agreeably impressed at all the candidates’ fluency, command of the language, clear views and personal qualities evinced during the interviews. We are certain that these qualities will make them succeed in whatever path they choose to take in their life.
We want to congratulate their parents, their teachers and their schools for having helped shape these very special people who will doubtlessly leave their mark in the future of our country.
Susana Berdeal de Cravino
ESU Argentina
Executive Committee
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10/14/2009

THE ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
Martin Garvie Trophy
ESU Argentina XII SINGING COMPETITION
Wednesday , October 14th, 2009
British Embassy


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THE ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
Martin Garvie Trophy
ESU Argentina XII SINGING COMPETITION
Wednesday , October 14th, 2009
British Embassy
Dear Member School:
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10/24/2009

THE ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
ESU International Council Meeting
Dear International Chairmen/Presidents,
This is an for all those Chairmen and Presidents who were unable to join us for the International Council Meeting this week. First of all many thanks to all those who sent in country reports .
We are delighted to announce that the Council voted, unanimously, to accept the ratification of ESU Bangladesh, ESU Malta and ESU Turkey and we are very pleased to welcome them to the ESU family. We are also delighted to announce that Prof. Arne Zettersten, Chairman Emeritus, ESU Denmark was voted in as President of the International Council 2009-2010 and we wish him well with his term.
Please find attached the following:
- A document about our climate change season
- The two seminar sheets from the discussion seminars
- The sheet on the programmes and initiatives that were presented in the country reports
- Guidelines for English in Action (part of the seminar sheets)
- Photos
- Climate change publicity sheet for any upcoming events (this can be used as a background for text etc)
- The report on ESU Australia that was tabled at the meeting
- The Secretary General’s Report with the Terms of Reference for the review of international work
- The report of Ambassador Hanabusa, President of the International Council 2008-2009
If you would like any further information about the Council Meeting, please do not hesitate to get in touch
Best wishes
Annette
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08/21/2009

THE ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
“Creating global understanding through English”
Shakespeare in Stratford
ESU Argentina has selected Ms. Verónica Storni Fricke, a brilliant Secondary School Literature Teacher at Tarbut School, to attend the Shakespeare Study Course in Stratford-upon-Avon
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THE ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
Martin Garvie Trophy
ESU Argentina XII SINGING COMPETITION
Wednesday , October 14th, 2009
British Embassy
Dear Member School:
ESU Argentina invites all member schools to send a student representative to the XII Singing Competition to be held on Wednesday 14th October at the British Embassy .
Buenos Aires Wednesday 11 June 2009
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THE ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
The English-Speaking Union
International Relations Conference
Oriel College, Oxford
The interviewing panel of ESU Argentina’s Executive Committee was very impressed with the credentials of all eight candidates interviewed.
All the participants showed a deep interest in gaining an insight into the international role of Britain in the actual world, its institutions, its
parliamentary and educational system, and its peace keeping policies, among other current issues. Given the high quality of the applicants, the process proved to be a most difficult task.

A unanimous decision was reached to choose Ms. Noel Alonso-Murray as the Argentine candidate to represent Argentina in the International Relations Conference to be held from 27th July to 2nd August at Oriel College, Oxford. Ms. Alonso-Murray holds a BS in Political Science from Universidad Católica Argentina (Buenos Aires, Argentina), and has been awarded a one-year scholarship by the Ibero-American and International Administration and Public Policies Foundation (Madrid, Spain). Since 2001 she has been working together with many national and local legislators on different matters, including international affairs.
Another applicant, Mr. Juan R. Larrouy, was offered the opportunity to attend the Conference by paying the appropriate tuition (which, for candidates put forward by the ESU, is £980). Mr. Larrouy’s employer has agreed to fund his tuition. Mr. Larrouy holds a law degree from Universidad de Buenos Aires (Argentina) and specializes in labor law. |
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The annual ESU International Relations Conference took place at
Oriel College, Oxford at the end of July. It was attended by 27
delegates from 23 countries from South America, Europe, the
Middle East and the Far East.
Established for over 40 years, this much anticipated event
offers
delegates a perspective on international relations and Britain’s role
in the world today. It also affords them an invaluable opportunity
to meet people from various fields, cultures and backgrounds.
Lord Hunt attended the conference’s celebratory dinner and gave
an overview of the English-Speaking Union.
Formal proceedings were opened by Sir Jeremy Greenstock, former
British Ambassador to the United Nations in New York. He was
followed by a series of speakers including Prof Alan Lee Williams,
Chairman, Sir William Beveridge Foundation, Lord Watson, Ralph
Land, Chairman of Trustees, British Consultancy Charitable Trust,
Edward Gould, ESU Deputy Chairman and Dr Alastair Niven,
Principal of Cumberland Lodge.
Their topics ranged from Peace Keeping and Peace Enforcing,
International Development, Education in Britain and Parliament
and the Parties, to The Status of the Arts, Eastern Europe and
the EU and The Internet and the Media. Valerie Mitchell was the
guest speaker at the closing dinner.
We would like to thank The Garfield Weston Foundation, The Swire
Charitable Trust, The Drue Heinz Trust, Lloyd George Management,
The Best Family Fund and ESU West Sussex, Essex and London
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Results of the Selection of Candidates for the Secondary School Exchange Programme January-June 2009 in USA
On the 24th of August the interviewing Board of ESU Argentina met at the offices of Cambridge ESOL Argentina to select one candidate to study in USA from January to June 20098, on the scholarship that the USA Branch offers students of our member schools every year.
Several pre-selected candidates were interviewed, all highly recommended by their School Heads. After careful consideration we chose in the first place Alfredo Tovo from Holy Trinity College, over five other applicants: Pedro Bernasconi Cramer from Escuela Argentina Modelo, Bruno Delmonte from United High School, María Pilar Mastroianni from Colegio Palermo Chico, Olivia Morris Hannon from St George’s College North, and María Lucila Pissani from Colegio Jesús María.
We were agreeably impressed at all the candidates’ fluency, command of the language, clear views and personal qualities evinced during the interviews. We are certain that these qualities will make them succeed in whatever path they choose to take in their life.
We want to congratulate their parents, their teachers and their schools for having helped shape these very special people who will doubtlessly leave their mark in the future of our country.
Susana Berdeal de Cravino
ESU Argentina
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SECONDARY SCHOOL EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP IN ARGENTINA NORTHLANDS SCHOOL
My Experience at Northlands
Song and laughter and kilts and textbooks and Spanish and vivacity greeted me as I entered the very intimidating portal into the Northlands world. Still somewhat fatigued from the 11-hour-flight the day before
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and apprehensive to start my first day of high school (yet again!), I was overwhelmed by all of this activity. I missed the summer, I missed my friends and family, I missed my bed and I missed America. As I was led to “the principal’s office” to get my class schedule, I couldn’t help but wonder how exactly I had ended up 5506.1 miles from home in the booming metropolis of Buenos Aires. I had traveled before, but certainly never for four months at a time. I didn’t know very much about Argentina, I was insecure about my grasp of the Spanish language, and I was worried about having to start all over again. I love meeting new people and making new friends, but there is always an ineluctable trepidation with any new experience. I soon came to find out, however, that I was in the best of hands.
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To start, the curriculum at Northland’s is top-notch… I went to an elite boarding school in the United States and graduated in June, but I still found myself challenged and intrigued by the IB program and material the teachers presented. The school is gorgeous and I loved my art class! I could also feel my Spanish improving as the days passed. However, though I am technically here to “study”, I believe, my experience at Northlands has not really been about the teachers or the classes. The amazing women I go to school with, the people I have met and spent hours with and truly befriended, have defined my Northlands experience. The girls are so genuine, so interesting, so fun and friendly and admirable. We went to soccer matches and parties and symphonies and concerts and museums and art exhibits and riding on the “moto”; we went shopping and to the country club and out for ice cream and to the movies and out for lunch. We circled around the grill for asados, we held each other up after long nights of dancing, we struggled with words that got twisted in translation, we painted each others’ nails and worked on projects together and donned one-pieces and swim caps for gym class swimming and laughed and bonded – I have made so many amazing friends here, friends I no doubt will keep forever (we’re already planning our reunion!).
Everything about my experience in Argentina has been fabulous – both host families I have lived with were amazing, the city of Buenos Aires itself is so rich with culture and creativity, and the people are some of the nicest I have ever met. By attending Northlands, I was able to experience all of these things to the fullest. Northlands has provided much more than an extended education for me… it has become a home-away-from-home. Northlands has really allowed me to capitalize on the opportunity I was given in coming to Argentina… it has taught me in many, many ways. As I pack my things to leave for Mar del Plata tomorrow, I can't believe 2 months have already passed. I have done so much here, felt so much, learned so much, experienced so much. Academics, yes, but also (and more importantly), self-actualization, achievement and amistad – this was my experience at Northlands. ¡Que rico!
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SECONDARY SCHOOL EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP IN THE USA
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Dear Member of the ESU,
As in previous years, ESU Argentina has been offered a Secondary School Exchange Scholarship in the USA. The programme implies living in the USA, either on campus or with an American family, for six months as from January 2009, while attending the sixth form at an excellent American school and graduating from that school in June.
We are looking for an Argentine born boy or girl who graduates from one of our member schools in December 2008, with excellent interpersonal qualities and sound academic skills, and an adequate profile to represent our country.
The scholarship will cover the student’s living expenses whilst in the USA, room, boarding, tuition and fees.
We are convinced that this is a very interesting experience for our graduates from High School, as evinced in the reports of previous scholars. And we are glad to announce the arrival of Clara Macneil who will be coming to study in Argentina from USA this coming August as part of the reciprocity programme, and will be kindly hosted by Northlands School and by Holy Trinity School.
Candidates interested in this scholarship should send their CV, application form, a brief letter explaining their reasons for applying, and a letter from the School Head to Susana Berdeal de Cravino, ESU Argentina Board Member, Sanchez de Bustamante 1969, 6º B,
Buenos Aires 1425. The material must reach us before August 19th, and selected candidates will be called for an interview.
Yours sincerely,
Susana Berdeal de Cravino
ESU Argentina
The Executive Committee
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“Creating global understanding through English”
Buenos Aires, April 13th , 2009
Dear Colleague,
Shakespeare in Stratford
The English Speaking Union, London, is offering ESU Argentina a scholarship, covering tuition, theatre trips, and accommodation (breakfast included), to attend a week long Shakespeare Study Course which will be held in Stratford-upon-Avon, from Sunday 2 August to Saturday 8 August 2008. ESU Argentina has agreed to cover the cost of the return flight, Buenos Aires-London. We will not be able to cover the cost of any travel involved in getting to, or from, the course.
Participants will atend a week of Shakespeare plays, lectures, discussions, and workshops devised and delivered by Shakespearian experts. Please, go to www.esu.org.ar for last years report, programme and application form.
This scholarship is open to ESU Member Schools, directed specially to experienced Secondary School Literature Teachers, Argentine born, who have an up-to-date passport. To apply, please send:
- A covering letter explaining your interest and suitability for this scholarship.
- Your C.V.
- A letter of recommendation from your Head Teacher, i.e. the person who represents the interests of your school vis-à-vis the ESU.
- An additional letter of recommendation from a senior teacher or tutor who is aware of your special professional capabilities.
the information requested above should be e-mailed to:
Sra.Teresa Davis davis@house.com.ar
The closing date for all applications received at the above address is May 16th, 2009
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Malcolm J. Rodman
Chairman ESU Argentina
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International Relations Conference 9 – 15 August 2009
Mansfield College Oxford
Buenos Aires, 20th April 2009
Dear Members and friends of ESU Argentina
Re: International Summer Conference 9th – 15th August 2009, Mansfield College, Oxford
The English Speaking Union Dartmouth House has invited candidates from Argentina to apply for sponsorship to attend this year’s “International Relations Conference” at Mansfield College, Oxford, England.
Details of the conference are included on a separate attachment and it can be seen that the successful applicant will be given a unique opportunity to take part in a conference, which will focus on topics of worldwide importance. Over thirty countries will be represented so the candidate will gain an insight into the international perspective on Britain today.
The average age of participants is between 30 and 35 but those as young as 22 have also attended. We would not recommend undergraduates participating. Young people of all professions will be taking part.
The scholarship covers all costs while at Mansfield College (lectures, receptions, visits, accommodation and meals) but does not cover the return travel costs to and from Oxford. These costs shall be paid by the applicant.
If you are interested, complete the enclosed application form and return it before the end of business of Wednesday, 13th May, to Ms. Viviana L. Fernández at VLF@RMLex.com
We look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
Malcolm Rodman
Chairman
The English-Speaking Union de Argentina
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Capitol Hill Program
This program offers Argentine students of political sciences, international relations and law the possibility of spending a few months in Washington, D.C., working as interns at the US Senate. It was first put in place in 2008.
Patricio Abal, a law student from Universidad Católica Argentina (and a high school graduate from Holy Trinity School, Mar del Plata) was chosen as the best candidate to represent ESU Argentina at the very first round of the program.
Michael R. Rattagan
The Capitol Hill program is a joint initiative between the Argentina and the United States chapters of the ESU. The program consists in having students spend a few months as interns in a congressional office in Washington, D.C. Students normally come from different academic backgrounds (mainly political sciences, law or international relations) and all share a real interest in the intricacies of politics.
Interns work side by side with congressional staffers doing research and drafting memoranda projects as well as in providing services or feedback to constituents. The position requires candidates to be up to date with current US and international events, have excellent communication and socializing skills and be ready to work hard. Interns are often asked to draft memos that are read by a U.S. Senator or to help in writing letters to concerned constituents.
As a member of a congressional office interns are immersed in the world of special interests, lobbying and negotiations.
The experience not only happens inside the doors of a Senate or House office. Washington D.C. is a city rich in all sorts of social happenings. On any given day, interns may attend a briefing, conference or reception revolving around any topic currently being discussed in the public arena.
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NATIONAL Public Speaking Competition
British Embassy

Monday 20th April 2009
“Regeneration and Renewal”

Invitation letter click here
www.esu.org.ar
ESU International Public Speaking Competition
Monday 18 - Thursday 21 May 2009
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BUSINESS LUNCH 2008
ESU Argentina is happy to invite you to its Annual Business Lunch to be held on November 12th, in which Mr. Dan Rosenheck, correspondent for The Economist in Argentina and Uruguay, will be speaking on the subject " The Fourth Estate: The Role of the Press in Argentine Democracy".
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STUDENT EXCHANGE
Results of the Selection of Candidates for the Secondary School Exchange Programme January-June 2009 in USA
On the 24th of August the interviewing Board of ESU Argentina met at the offices of Cambridge ESOL Argentina to select one candidate to study in USA from January to June 2009, on the scholarship that the USA Branch offers students of our member schools every year.
Several pre-selected candidates were interviewed, all highly recommended by their School Heads. After careful consideration we chose in the first place Alfredo Tovo from Holy Trinity School, over five other applicants: Pedro Bernasconi Cramer from Escuela Argentina Modelo, Bruno Delmonte from United High School, María Pilar Mastroianni from Colegio Palermo Chico, Olivia Morris Hannon from Saint George’s College North, and María Lucila Pissani from Colegio Jesús María.
 
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THE ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
“Creating global understanding through English”
Shakespeare in Stratford
June 2009
Shakespeare in Stratford - Selection Candidate
We are pleased to announce that ESU Argentina has selected Ms. Verónica Storni Fricke, a brilliant Secondary School Literature Teacher at Tarbut School, to attend the Shakespeare Study Course in Stratford-upon-Avon. Our proposed candidate, has been accepted by the admission board at the English Speaking Union headquarters in London.
Second and third places were taken by María Isabel Freyre from Hans Christian Andersen School and Mercedes Arana from St. Catherine´s Moorlands School, respectively.
We are also pleased with the reception among member schools of the invitation to participate in such interesting cultural event. They all proposed very good candidates that made for a difficult selection process in which the main criteria stressed the importance given to a direct application of the experience in a secondary school classroom. Thank you all. |

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Business Lunch
Once again we are holding our Annual Business Luncheon, with this year’s guest speaker Dr. John Hughes, British Ambassador to Argentina, who will talk about “Corporate Social Responsibility, a Diplomat’s View.”
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THE ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
Martin Garvie Trophy
ESU Argentina 11th SINGING COMPETITION
Tuesday, September 23th, 2008
British Embassy

This years winner was Dolores Pueyrredon from St. Catherine's Moorlands- Tortuguitas. The runner up was Juan Manuel Villamarin from St.Brendan’s College
Judges
Maru Breuer Moreno-Caio Grau Baena
PHOTOS

Participating Schools
Barker College
Colegio Champagnat
Colegio Euskal Echea
Colegio Jesús María de Buenos Aires
Colegio Las Cumbres
Colegio Palermo Chico
Colegio San Antonio
Colegio San Juan El Precursor
Colegio Tarbut
Escuela Argentina Modelo
Holy Trinity College
Southern International School
St. Alban’s College
St. Andrew’s Scots School
St Catherine’s Moorlands - Tortuguitas
St Brendan´s College
St. Hilda´s College
Woodville School
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THE ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
September 2008
Dear Member Schools
On behalf of ESU Argentina, I would like to thank you very much for having participated in our Singing Competition which was held again this year at the British Embassy, by kind permission of HM Ambassador Dr. John Hughes, on Tuesday 23rd September 2008.
We were all delighted by the vocal quality, exuberance, sense of rhythm and stage presence of the participants, and note with pleasure that these technical aspects continue to improve, as does the popularity and number of participants in this event.
The enthusiasm of everybody concerned, and their commitment towards the English language, is to be commended. We are really proud to have such a professional group of teachers and students as members of our institution.
We look forward to seeing you all again shortly.
With renewed thanks, congratulations and my very best wishes,

Malcolm J. Rodman
Chairman - ESU Argentina
www.esu.org.ar
esuargentina@fibertel.com.ar
Words from Jean Garvie:
"Welcome to wherever you are......." it struck me as I enjoyed the afternoon´s programme that were one to continue the opening words of Bon Jovi´s lyrics sung to us by Pablo Kruls by adding : ".... on the continuum of excellence of musical performance" this might very well serve to sum up the ESU´s intention when inviting contestants to participate in this event.
All contestants today have in common the strength of their youthful exuberance and an innate sense of rhythm which seemed to be the very pulse of their love of life. We enjoyed a wide diversity of songs and each was delivered with total commitment.
It was an honour for me to present the Martin Garvie Trophy in memory of my late husband Martin Garvie who devoted so much of his life to enabling the young to discover and develop their musical talents.
Me despido .
Un abrazo,
Jean
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THE ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA

Buenos Aires, June 19th 2008
Dear Member School:
ESU Argentina invites all member schools to send a student representative to the 11th Singing Competition to be held at 13.00 on Tuesday 23th September at the British Embassy, Gelly y Obes 2301. ESU would like to thank Cambridge International Examinations for sponsoring the competition.
Each school is invited to send one, Argentine born, representative aged between 16 and 18 to the competition. The participant will have to prepare two songs in English, each one not exceeding three minutes in total. The choice of song is entirely free. All the competitors will sing one of their songs and the judges will invite the five with the highest scores to sing their second songs. The winner will be judged on both songs presented.
There will be a piano and a microphone system available for those who wish to use it. The singer may be accompanied, live, by any one instrument such as piano, keyboard or guitar. Amplification equipment will be available for recorded accompaniment on cassette and/or the more recommendable CD which should be prepared only with the two tracks required.
The competitor should arrive at the Auditorium by 11.00 for a trial of equipment. School uniform may not be worn. Guests, parents and teachers should arrive at 12.15. For security reasons names and documents will be necessary prior to the event.
Please send the enclosed enrollment form A by e-mail before Friday, August 29th. The programme will be drawn up on the basis of the information given on the second form B, which has a deadline of Friday September 12th. No changes may be made after this date. Form C needs to sent before Friday 19th September with the details of the persons attending the competition.
The judges will be using specific criteria to assess the singers. The winner will have demonstrated a high level of skill in the following areas; vocal technique; musical notes and rhythm; expression; interpretation; Musical ability; stage presence.
Head teachers, Music teachers and parents are cordially invited to what promises to be a most enjoyable musical afternoon.
Thank you for promoting international understanding and friendship through the English language.
Yours sincerely,
Malcolm James Rodman
Chairman ESU Argentina
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THE ENGLISH SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
X SINGING COMPETITION 2007
Martin Garvie Trophy
MARIA EUGENIA CORRADETTI IN ENGLAND
Song Recital in London, Dartmouth House, Oxford with Marion and Geoff Goodall, Sonia and Jim Chance, ESU Worcestershire Branch, Malvern recital.
MONDAY THE 14th until 15th.
From left to right Ma. Eugenia Corradetti ArgentineSchollar "Martin Garvie Trophy" from "Jesus & Mary School"; Sofia Rodman from ESU Argentina and Mrs. Valerie Mitchell OBE, Director General ESU DH HQ.
From left to right Sofia Rodman, Katie Brooke, Cultural Affairs Officer, English-Speaking Union, Dartmouth House, Maria Eugenia.
Picture of Lucrecia Machado (Teacher from Argentina),Marion Goodall (Oxfordshire ESU),Maria Eugenia Corradetti (Argentine ESU Marting Garvie SingingScholar).
At theOxford home of Marion and Geoffrey Goodall, (Oxfordshire ESU), after Maria’s successful song recital to a gathering of 30 guests. 7 March, 2008.
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Argentine Singing Champion
Gives ESU Recital
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Maria Eugenia Corradetti, winner of the ESU Argentine Singing
Competition gave a performance for guests at Dartmouth House in
March.
The Dartmouth House recital opened with words of welcome from
Valerie Mitchell and Anthony Westnedge, ESU Governor. Lady Dean
gave a heartfelt Vote of Thanks, some of it in Spanish, to end the
evening.
Maria has loved music since a child and particularly singing. She
had to beat competitors from 22 other schools in order to win the
Argentine Singing Competition.
Her visit to the UK included London, Oxford and Malvern where
she stayed with ESU families. She also visited Hereford where she
was given a tour of Hereford Cathedral and Hereford Cathedral
School.
Maria’s trip coincided with the Commonwealth Day Service in
Westminster Abbey, so she was also able to attend this in the
presence of Her Majesty The Queen, the Patron of the ESU, and,
President of the ESU, Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh.
Warm thanks go to ESU branches who provided a home-stay for
Maria.
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PHOTOS
To see all photos please contact:
Eduardo M. Aguirre
Producciones
155-405-7834
www.eduardoaguirre.com.ar
PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS
- Belgrano Day School
- Colegio Jesús María
- Colegio Las Cumbres
- Colegio Palermo Chico
- Colegio San Antonio
- Escuela Argentina Modelo
- Holy Trinity College
- Islands Internacional School
- Norbridge High School
- Northlands College
- Nueva Escuela Argentina 2000
- Southern International School
- St Catherine’s Moorlands Belgrano
- St Catherine’s Moorlands Tortuguitas
- St Brendan´s College
- St George’s College
- St George’s College North
- St Hilda´s College
- St Matthew´s College
- St Margaret’s School
- Woodville School
ESU wishes to thank the judges, Mrs. Hebe Murray, Mr. Eddie Sierra and Mr. Caio Grau Baena for their time and expertise.
ESU also wishes to convey its appreciation to the British Embassy for kindly offering their facilities for this competition. |
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To see all photos please contact:
Eduardo M. Aguirre
Producciones
155-405-7834
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THE ENGLISH SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
X th SINGING COMPETITION 2007
Martin Garvie Trophy

The annual ESU singing competition took place on Wednesday 24th of October 2007 at the British Embassy with twenty two youngsters taking part. The participants sang to a packed audience and an enjoyable afternoon was had by all. Year after year the level seems to improve and the judges had a hard time selecting their winner. of October 2007 at the British Embassy with twenty two youngsters taking part. The participants sang to a packed audience and an enjoyable afternoon was had by all.
This years winner was María Eugenia Corradetti, Colegio Jesús María de Buenos Aires.
The runner up was Carolina Yasmín Doño, Nueva Escuela Argentina 2000, NEA.
3rd Prize, Dolores Pueyrredon from St. Catherine's Moorlands, Tortuguitas,
Special mentions went to Lucia Ambrosini from Colegio "Las Cumbres" and Antonella Cherutti, Norbridge High School.
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Malcolm J. Rodman
Chairman ESU Argentina
The Executive Committee |
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Buenos Aires , August 13th 2007
Dear Heads of ESU Argentina Member Schools,
Once again we are holding our annual Singing Competition, and this year it has a special meaning since we are holding it in honor of Mr. Martin Garvie, who was such a music enthusiast.
The day of music and fun, as we like to call it, will this year have a special prize awarded to the winner. ESU London, ESU Oxford and ESU Argentina will be jointly sponsoring the winner with a scholarship week in Great Britain and music will be the main activity. The expenses for the flight, accommodation and some musical activities will be covered by the ESU.
We are planning the event for mid-October and we hope to have a full house as usual.
Please remember we only allow one participant per school so organize your selection process as soon as possible
Looking forward to seeing you in October.
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Malcolm J. Rodman
Chairman ESU Argentina
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Dear ESU Friends,
The next World Members' Conference of the English-Speaking Union is taking place in Scotland from 15th - 18th September 2008. A warm welcome to Edinburgh from ESU Scotland!
We are working to make the 2008 World Members' Conference the best the ESU has ever held - it is THE must-see event forESU members in 2008, and we can'twait to welcome ESU friends fromaround the world with our legendary Scottish hospitality!
These conferences are an ideal opportunity to catch up with old friends, make new friends, and compareideas about how to develop the ESU. The theme of this conference is “CONNECT” and we hope that it will inspiremembers to further our work of global understanding.
Not only that, but 2008 marks the 90th Anniversary of the ESU'sfoundation. The Conference will be celebrating this, and we know that you will all want tobe part of this historic occasion.
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Dear Colleagues,
The object of this letter is reminding you that the English Speaking Union London, offers Member Schools of ESU Argentina two scholarships, covering tuition, theatre trips, and accommodation (breakfast included), to attend two different Cultural Seminars for your Secondary School Teachers which will be held in the United Kingdom.
One will take place at The Globe Theatre, London from Sunday, 10 August to Saturday, 16 August 2008. In this particular case, ESU Argentina has agreed to cover the cost of the return flight Buenos Aires-London.
The second Seminar will take place at Stratford-upon-Avon from Sunday, 3 August to Saturday, 9 August 2008. Unfortunately, ESU Argentina will not be able to cover the cost of the return flight, Buenos Aires-London.
With these seminars in mind, we have invited our two 2007 scholars, Cecilia Pena Koessler (Islands International) and Natalia Galarce (Belgrano Day School) to share their experiences, both in London and Stratford, with your secondary school teachers.
The workshop will also provide an opportunity for non-member schools to learn about our activities in pursuit of our aim to create global understanding through English and to join us. This will be possible thanks to the generous support of ESSARP Centre.
ESU ARGENTINA WORKSHOP
Venue:
*ESSARP Centre, Esmeralda 672 piso 7, Capital
*Date: May 6th, 2 pm
*Invitation letters and appl forms send by mail and by hand at the British Embassy to all Member Schools last week
* Please, confirm attendance before
Wednesday 30th, 2008 at davis@house.com.ar
ESU Argentina
Executive Commitee
CULTURAL SEMINARS IN LONDON
AND STARTFORD-UPON-AVON
A meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 7th at 1:30 pm at ESSARP (Esmeralda 672, 7th floor) in which ESU scholars 2007/2008 will share their experience at these seminars with Heads and Literature teachers from member and non-member schools.
The English Speaking Union in UK organizes every year a Shakespeare Seminar at The Globe Theatre in London and a Shakespeare Study Course at Stratford-upon-Avon and offers two scholarships for member schools of our Argentine Branch. Cecilia Pena Koessler and Natalia Galarce enjoyed them in 2007 and Florencia Perduca and Cecilia Ferreiro, in 2008.
The Executive Committee of ESU Argentina invites all those interested to attend the event previous confirmation to davis@house.com.ar or (+54911) 15 56994542. www.esu.org.ar
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Results of the Selection of Candidates for the Secondary School Exchange Programme January-June 2008 in USA
On the 29th of August the interviewing Board of ESU Argentina met at ESSARP to select one candidate to study in USA from January to June 2008, on the scholarship that the USA Branch offers students of our member schools every year.
Several pre-selected candidates were interviewed, all highly recommended by their School Heads.
After careful consideration we chose in the first place Camila Crescimbeni from Northlands School, in the second place María Mercedes Capozucca from Escuela Argentina Modelo, and in the third place Eduardo Maggi from Norbridge High School.
We were agreeably impressed at all the candidates’ fluency, command of the language, clear views and personal qualities evinced during the interviews. We are certain that these qualities will make them succeed in whatever path they choose to take in their life.
We want to congratulate their parents, their teachers and their schools for having helped shape these very special people who will doubtlessly leave their mark in the future of our country.
Susana Berdeal de Cravino
ESU Argentina
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SECONDARY SCHOOL EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP IN THE USA
As in previous years, ESU Argentina has been offered a Secondary School Exchange Scholarship in the USA. The programme implies living in the USA, either on campus or with an American family, for six months as from January 2008, while attending the sixth form at an excellent American school and graduating from that school in June.
We are looking for an Argentine born boy or girl who graduates from one of our member schools in December 2007, with excellent interpersonal qualities and sound academic skills, and an adequate profile to represent our country.
Candidates interested in this scholarship should send their CV, application form, a brief letter explaining their reasons for applying, and a letter from the School Head to Susana Berdeal de Cravino, ESU Argentina Board Member, Sanchez de Bustamante 1969, 6º B, Buenos Aires 1425. The material must reach us before August 19th, and selected candidates will be called for an interview.
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The
English-Speaking Union
International Relations Conference
Oriel College, Oxford
The applications of eight young professionals between 26 and 40 years were received for this year’s International Relations Conference, which was held from 15th to 21st July at Oriel College, Oxford. It was a very difficult decision since all candidates were excellent. All the participants –lawyers, economists, teachers and international relations professionals alike– showed a deep interest in gaining an insight into the international role of Britain in the actual world, its institutions, its parliamentary and educational system, and its peace keeping policies, among other current issues.
This year the Ms Maria Irigoyen was elected to represent Argentina. The election of the candidate to attend the Conference was mainly based on her constant use of English in her day to day work, her ability to be a very good “ambassador” of our country, and also her willingness to remaining in contact with ESU upon her return, in a way that she can contribute to some of the activities conducted by ESU Argentina.
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The
English-Speaking Union
International Relations Conference
15th - 21st July 2007
Oriel College, Oxford
Dear Member,
International
Summer Conference July 15th - 21st,
2007, Oriel College, Oxford.
The
English Speaking Union Dartmouth House
has invited candidates from Argentina to
apply for sponsorship to attend this year’s “International
Relations Conference” at Oriel College,
Oxford, England.
Details of the conference
are included on a separate attachment and
it can be seen that the successful applicant
will be given a unique opportunity to take
part in a conference, which will focus
on topics of worldwide importance. Over
thirty countries will be represented so
the candidate will gain an insight into
the international perspective on Britain
today. The average age of participants
is between 30 and 35 but those as young
as 22 have also attended. We would not
recommend undergraduates participating.
Young people of all professions will be
taking part.
The scholarship covers
all costs while at Oriel College (lectures,
receptions, visits, accommodation and meals)
but does not cover the return travel costs
to and from Oxford. These costs will have
to be paid by the applicant.
If you are interested,
complete the enclosed application form
and return it before April
20th to Ms. Viviana Fernández
at vlf@rmlex.com
We look forward
to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely, |
Malcolm J. Rodman
ESU Argentina Chairman |
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Shakespeare and His Stage The Globe
Shakespeare in Stratford
The English Speaking Union London, is offering ESU Argentina two scholarships, covering tuition, theatre trips, and accommodation (breakfast included), to attend two different Cultural Seminars for Secondary School Teachers of Member Schools which will be held in the United Kingdom. |
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THE ENGLISH SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
CULTURAL SEMINAR
Friday 19th, April 2008
Dear Colleagues,
The object of this letter is reminding you that the English Speaking Union London, offers Member Schools of ESU Argentina two scholarships, covering tuition, theatre trips, and accommodation (breakfast included), to attend two different Cultural Seminars for your Secondary School Teachers which will be held in the United Kingdom.
One will take place at The Globe Theatre, London from Sunday, 10 August to Saturday, 16 August 2008. In this particular case, ESU Argentina has agreed to cover the cost of the return flight Buenos Aires-London.
The second Seminar will take place at Stratford-upon-Avon from Sunday, 3 August to Saturday, 9 August 2008. Unfortunately, ESU Argentina will not be able to cover the cost of the return flight, Buenos Aires-London.
With these seminars in mind, we have invited our two 2007 scholars, Cecilia Pena Koessler (Islands International) and Natalia Galarce (Belgrano Day School) to share their experiences, both in London and Stratford, with your secondary school teachers.
The workshop will also provide an opportunity for non-member schools to learn about our activities in pursuit of our aim to create global understanding through English and to join us. This will be possible thanks to the generous support of ESSARP Centre.
ESU Argentina
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PUBLIC Speaking COMPETITION 2007
Creating
Global understanding through English Languaje
E.S.U. Argentina - H.S.B.C.
- BRITISH
COUNCIL
National
Public Speaking Competition 2007.
"Dynamic Earth"
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SINGING COMPETITION 2007
Once again we are holding our annual Singing Competition, and this year it has a special meaning since we are holding it in honor of Mr. Martin Garvie, who was such a music enthusiast. |
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CULTURAL SEMINAL
Shakespeare and his stage
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The
English-Speaking Union
Public Speaking Competition 2007
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International Relations Conference
Oriel College, Oxford
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WHPP 2007 TO ARGENTINA
After her visit to Argentina, Sheila Young has sent us a report of what she did during her time in Argentina. We invite you to read her report and encourage you to apply for next years Program. |
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SECONDARY SCHOOL EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP IN THE USA
As in previous years, ESU Argentina has been offered a Secondary School Exchange Scholarship in the USA. The programme implies living in the USA, either on campus or with an American family, for six months as from January 2008, while attending the sixth form at an excellent American school and graduating from that school in June. |
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Mass in English
Dear friends:
The purpose of this note is to let you know that there is a regular Catholic Mass in English in town every Sunday at 10:00 am at the Madre Admirable Church in Arroyo 831, Buenos Aires. After Mass there is a breakfast where the people attending get to know each other and share some coffe and medialunas prepared by the organizers.
Thank you very much for passing this information on and, if possible, have it posted in your webpage, newsletters or notice boards seen by English speakers.
Best regards,
Connie Eastman |
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THE WALTER HINES PAGE PROGRAM 2007
We are pleased to announce that this year's selection will be for a two week period during February 2008 and will probably be to the East coast of the US. |
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International Public Speaking
Theme “Dynamic Earth"
The English Speaking Union Argentina
Announces the theme of the ESU National and International Public
Speaking Competition to be held on April 2007.
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Lord
Watson of Richmond CBE,
and Valerie Mitchell OBE
Programme for visit to Argentina
Friday 27th October
Dinner at the Jockey Club with Mr Juan Antonio and Ania Sarachaga
Saturday 28th October
Lunch at Hurlingham Club followed by Polo Match.
At Hurllingham Club with Litty Mora, David Parsons,
Jeremy Simpson, Malcolm and Cecilia Rodman, Ted Bagnall and Pepe
Santamarina.
At "Opera Pampa" Soc. Rurual Argentina
with members of the committee, Susana Cravino, Margarita Broqua,
Connie Eastman, Litty Mora and Malcolm Rodman.
Sunday 29th
At "Yaguati" owned by Felix and Mary
Rose Noguera sailing at the Delta.
Monday 30th
09.00 am
Lord Watson talk at the UCA, Dr Aras, Mr Ezcurra, Dra. Ines Castelli
and Mrs Broqua.
12.30 pm
ESU Argentina Annual Business Lunch at Circolo
Italiano.
08.00 pm
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The English-Speaking Union Argentina
deeply regrets to announce the sudden death on the 26 th inst of
its esteemed member of the Executive Committee
and offers its sincere sympathy to Jean and her family.
Martin, thank you for your unfailing
support, friendship
and great contribution to our activities.
You will be sadly missed .
God rest you and keep
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ALUMNUS BECOME ESU CHAIRMAN
The Lord Hunt of Wirral
At the AGM held on 30 November, ESU Governors elected The
Rt Hon. The Lord Hunt of Wirral to the position of Chairman.
A lawyer and former Government Minister, Lord Hunt's association with
the English-Speaking Union stretches back more than forty years. As
a student studying law at Bristol University in 1965, he partnered
Bob Marshall-Andrews (now MP) to win the Observer Mace which, since
1995, has been administered by the ESU and is known as the John Smith
Memorial Mace. Lord Hunt was subsequently selected, in 1967, to take
part in a debate tour of the United States.
Recognising the power of speech, his passion for argument and dispute
resolution led Lord Hunt into a career in the legal profession. An
ESU member since 1976, he was invited to become an ESU Governor in
1999. His first decision was to support the Board to borrow £1million
for the refurbishment of Dartmouth House. Three years later he became
Deputy Chairman and, since then, has been involved in the governance
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ESU AROUND THE WORLD
English in
Action in schools
With volunteers from across London a two new schools involver,
the English in Action in Schools programme is going from strength
to strength. In January, volunteers gathered to exchange ideas and
swap tips over fresh coffee and pastries at Darthmouth House. The
occasion was marked by the launch of the recently updated Tutor’s
Guide which was very well received by the volunteers. A big thank
you to all our volunteers, who continue to make this programme an
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A novel approach
to international communication
The New York world Conference
Under the leadership of Michael LoMonino, ESU USA set up
a fifteen minute slot based on their Global conversations web blog.
The ideas was for five people from different parts of the world to
“chat” about the issue of prescriptive or descriptive
views of linguistic correctness. Martn Garvie, who took part in the
“chat” states that the time allotted was all too brief,
but it did however, allow him to send warm greetings from ESU Argentina
to all present at the meeting who were watching the “conversation”
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Lord Watson of Richmond, CBE Invitation
Universidad Católica
Argentina
Auditorio Monseñor Derisi
The English Speaking Union of Argentina has
pleasure in announcing the impending visit
to Argentina of The English Speaking Union
International Chairman Emeritus, The Lord
Watson of Richmond, CBE
Alan Watson of Richmond CBE has had a distinguished
career in key positions in broadcasting and
TV and is presently Chairman of Burson Marsteller
Europe and Chairman of CTN (Corporate Television
Networks). He has served on the Executive
Board of UNICEF, holds a number of visiting
and honorary positions in Universities in
England and has been honoured by Universities
in Europe, Asia and America. He was created
a Life Peer in 1999, and is a Member of the
House of Lords Select Committee on the European
Union.
Lord Watson of Richmond CBE has agreed to
talk on the subject of “English and
its Many Facets in Today’s World”,
to a group of students from our member schools,
say five and accompanying staff on Monday
30 October, at 9.00 a.m., at the Auditorio
Monseñor Derisi, Universidad Católica
Argentina, Edificio Santo Tomas Moro, Alicia
Moreau de Justo 1400.
In order to best organize the event please
advise the ESU office at esuargentina@fibertel.com.ar
of your intention of bringing your students
before Tuesday 3rd , October , 2006.
It is indeed a privilege for us to be able
to offer this opportunity to meet such a distinguished
speaker. We look forward to meeting you all
there.
ESU Argentina Executive Committee
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Speech by Michael R. Rattagan, ESU Argentina, one of the two main
speakers
Plenary Session on International Themes: The Communication Challenge,
The English Speaking Union World Members’ Conference,
The Roosevelt Hotel, New York, 7th October 2004
Moderator: The Lord Watson of Richmond CBE,
Chairman, ESU International Council
Report
Mr. Michael Rattagan, a lawyer and partner for Rattagan, Macchiavello,
Arocena & Peña Robirosa
First of all, I wanted to send you greetings from Malcolm
Rodman, Chairman of ESU Ar-gentine, who unfortunately could
not make it to this meeting.
I was asked to give a short presentation, and wanted to speak
to you briefly of the impor-tance of the English language
in Argentina; then go into ESU’s work in Argentina,
and fi-nally address the specific topic of this panel, the
communication challenge.
I am sure not many of you know that the influence from the
English, Scottish, Welsh and Irish communities in Argentina
is very significant and dates back to the early 19th century,
when British banks and engineering firms played a big role
in the construc-tion of railways and ports. Given its bad
relations with Spain, England was one of the first countries
to formally recognize Argentina following its independence.
I personally come from an Irish family that settled in Argentine
in the 1850s and kept lan-guage and tradition for many generations,
so much so that my father took a boat and went to Ireland
to find a suitable bride!
English was, therefore, almost my mother tongue.
I first came across the ESU in the year 2001, when I received
an invitation, addressed to young professionals, to apply
for a scholarship to attend the International Conference at
Oriel College, in Oxford. When I read what were the goals
and objectives of the ESU I felt totally identified: the English
language had been so crucial in my personal and profes-sional
life that I felt the ESU was “spreading the gospel”
to someone who was already a convert: so much so that I only
speak English to my children to that they may have the same
opportunities I had and so they may become open to cultures
and friendships around the world. For me it was a magnificent
experience, to meet representatives from about 40 different
countries, with their own cultural, professional and even
religious backgrounds, and see how well they could all interact
and learn from one another and even start long lasting relationships
just thanks to the English language.
The ESU Argentina has worked very hard for many years to strengthen
the awareness of the need to expand and improve the use of
English around the country. A large number of schools actively
participate in the various programs:
- Public speaking competition;
- Farming Exchange (a farming student spends three months
on farms in Scotland and England) and a young farmer visits
Argentine farms for three months;
- National Singing Competition;
- Selection of a teacher for the Cultural Seminar in London;
- Selection of a young professional for the Summer Conference
at Oxford;
- Lunch with a guest speaker aimed at the business community;
- Reading competition for students from non-bilingual schools.
- Secondary School Exchange sponsored by ESU US;
- Walter Hines Page Programme for an Argentine teacher to
visit US Schools organized by ESU US and reciprocal WHPP
for a US teacher to visit schools in Argentina;
- Books across the sea sponsored by Baltimore Branch of
ESU US.
ESU Argentina is currently working on a number of additional
programs to be implemented shortly, including a scholarship
for a young student of political sciences to live in Washington
and work as an assistant to a Congressman; schoolchildren
short story competition, and an annual gathering with former
ESU scholars.
The need to obtain institutional sponsorships and sources
of funding in general is a acute problem, particularly in
times of crisis, such as the one we are going through: companies
tend to quickly cut back sponsoring programs, without realizing
that their short term needs will jeopardize long term programs.
With respect to the specific topic of this panel, the “Communication
Challenge”, I have come across a few ideas:
- Internet and technology and the spread of the English
language:
The Internet has revolutionized the way and the speed in
which new ideas are spread around the world, and English
appears to be the preferred language when it comes to the
Internet and e-mail communications.
- Availability of the Internet and technology
In spite of the positive impact, as suggested above, are
the Internet and technology really closing the gap between
children from developed countries and those and poor countries
or is it increasing it?
One cannot but wonder if those children with no access (or
very limited access) to technology are not being condemned
to becoming the new “illiterates” of the world.
Governments and international agencies programs should aim
at allowing access to technology to all kids.
- The role of the media in setting aside prejudices.
The international media must develop to become a tool to
expand knowledge of other countries and cultures and facilitating
understanding. Sometimes we wonder if we are not being forced
to see a too “one sided” version of world affairs.
That is all I have to say.
Thank you.
Mr. Michael R. Rattagan |

Lord Watson of Richmond, CBE | Jon Dye, Chairman
del ESU Scotland | Mr. Michael R. Rattagan |
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STOP PRESS!
ESU Chile Launch
The launch of ESU Chile will take
place on Monday 23 October with a programme
of events taking place from 21-27 October.
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May 11, 2006
Distinguished Guests
The Chairman of ESU Argentina, Malcolm Rodman
and his wife Cecilia, drove out to San Antonio
de Areco with our most distinguished guest,
the Chairman of ESU Oxford, UK , Geoffrey
Goodall and his wife, Marian. After a visiting
the History Museum and the well-known silversmith,
Dragui, in the town they made their way to
Colegio San Antonio where they were met by
Irene Navarini, the overall Head and Martin
Garvie, a member of the ESU Committee and
Head of English Studies at the school...
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50th Anniversary
The English Speaking Union Argentina wishes
to congratulate St Catherine´s Moorlands
School , Belgrano , on occasion of its 50th
Anniversary and thank the school as ESU founding
member for its continued support of our activities.
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RECOGNITION
Honorary entitlement
The ESU Executive Committee of Argentina
has appointed Mrs.
Mabel Mazzini MBE as Honorary
Founding Member and Mr.
David Ian Martin OBE
as Honorary Member
for the many years of commitment to the benefit
of so many in the ESU community.
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Mrs. Mabel Mazzini
MBE
Honorary Founding Member |

David Ian Martin
OBE
Honorary Member |
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E.S.U. Argentina
National Public Speaking
Competition 2005.
Creating global understanding through English.
“Differences and
Diversity"
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judges from left to right
Mr Martin Freyer , Director of the British
Council, Mrs Gail Budd , HSBC , Dr.Lynne Hughes,
British Embassy. |

Participants |

From left to right 1st Prize, Mr Fernando
Racimo, Mr M: Freyer, Dr L. Hughes, Mrs G.Budd
and Mrs Cravino |

2nd Prize , Iris Odstrcil , Northlands College
, Mr Luciano Miguens ,President of the Sociedad
Rural Argentina, Mrs Cravino , Chairlady and
Malcolm Rodman Chairman ESU Argentina |
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Left to right
David Martin OBE, Willy Carballo, Malcolm Rodman,
Teresa Davis
Enrique Braun Estrugamou, Mabel Mazzini MBE, Jean
Taylor, Mike Potter, Lucila Gasso, Mrs Ofelia
Veltri MBE, Embajador Carlos C Helbling |
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Baroness Brigstocke
visit to Argentina
David Martin OBE, Baroness Brigstocke, Secretario
de Educación Ing. Jorge Rodríguez,
Mabel Mazzini MBE, Lic. Juan Tobias Rector de
la Univ. del Salvador |
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Left to right
The Horourable Humphery Maud CMG, Mabel Mazzini
MBE, Ambassador Jorge Aja Espil. |
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Left to right
Mabel Mary Manzitti, the Honourable Peter Hall
CMG KBE, Malcolm Rodman. |
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National Public Speaking Competition
at the British Embassy
Eric Campbell OBE, Ambassador Sir William Marsden
and winner Hugo Rodriguez. |
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Ambassador Wiliam Marsden,
Valerie Mitchel Chairman of the ESU |
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National Public Speaking Competition
at the Bitish Arts Centre 2002 |
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Mabel Maria Manzitti, Eric
Campbell OBE, Ambassador Sir Robin Christopher. |
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Malcolm Rodman, Ambassador
Sir Robin Christopher |
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Farming Exchange UK-Scotland
Mr Federico Casas |
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Left to right
Mrs Gail Budd, HSBC, Paul Dick British Council,
Lady Christopher, Connie Eastman. |
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Farming Exchange
Federico Casas at a cattle show. |
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| Secondary School Exchange 2004 Angeles Spinassi at Peddie School |
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"Argentina Board Member Mrs. Susana Berdeal de Cravino with Ms. Helen Green on her visit to Dartmouth House." June 2004 - Photo 1 |
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"Argentina Board Member Mrs. Susana Berdeal de Cravino with Ms. Helen Green on her visit to Dartmouth House." June 2004 - Photo 3 |
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SCHOOLS
Colegio Champagnat
Colegio Jesús María
Colegio Las Cumbres
Colegio Palermo Chico
Colegio San Antonio
Escuela Argentina Modelo
Holy Trinity College
Islands International
Norbridge School
Northern International
St. Andrew´s Scots School
St. Brendan´s College
St Catherine’s Moorlands Belgrano
St Catherine’s Moorlands Tortuguitas
St.George’s College
St.George’s College North
St. Hilda´s College
St. Matthew´s College
St. Matthew´s North
We wish to give very special thanks to the judges,
Mrs. Solange Prat, Mrs. Maria Florencia D’Elia
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appreciation to BAC - AACI on the loan of this wonderful
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THE ENGLISH SPEAKING UNION ARGENTINA
IX th SINGING COMPETITION 2006
The annual ESU singing competition
took place on Thursday 19th. of October 2006 at
the British Arts Centre with twenty youngsters
taking part. The participants sang to a packed
audience and an enjoyable afternoon was had by
all. Year after year the level seems to improve
and the judges had a hard time selecting their
winner.
This years winner was Juan Mc Lean from St. Hilda´s College who sang " Nice work if you can get it"
by G Gershwin ,
The runner up was Dolores Pueyrredon from St.
Catherine´s Moorlands, Tortuguitas,
who sang "If I ain't got you" by Brothers,
Kerry Jr,Alicia Keys
Special mentions went to Lucia Ambrosini from Colegio "Las Cumbres" and Macarena Forrester from St. Brendan's
College.
To see all photos please contact:
Eduardo M. Aguirre
Fotógrafo
155-405-7834
www.eduardoaguirre.com.ar
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Participant |
Song |
Music/
Lyrics by |
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Martina Sciagliano |
I’m not a girl, not yet a Woman |
Britney Spears
Britney Spears |
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Matías Martinez
Vidal |
Yesterday |
P. Mc. Cartney
P. Mc. Cartney |
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Ma. Mercedes D’Albora |
New York, New York
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John Kander
Fred Ebb |
| 4 |
Manuela Casttarena |
Think of me |
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Tim Rice |
| 5 |
Dolores Pueyrredon |
If I ain’t got you |
Brothers, Kerry Jr.
Alicia Keys |
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Juan Mc Lean |
Nice work if you can get
it |
G. Gershwin
I. Gershwin |
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Antonella Cherutti |
Shadow |
Ashlee Simpson
Ashlee Simpson |
| 8 |
Leslie Lewis |
Your Song |
Elton John
Bernie Taupin |
| 9 |
Macarena Forrester |
Nothing |
A Chorus Line |
| 10 |
Lucia Ambrosini |
My Strongest Suit |
Elton John
Tim Rice |
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Mara Zoccola |
Love of my life |
Freddy Mercury
Queen |
| 12 |
Franco Bacchiani |
Your Song |
Elton John
Elton John |
| 13 |
Delfina Saravi |
Only hope |
Mandy Moore
Mandy Moore |
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Lucia Navarro |
Happy Phantom |
Tom Amos
Tom Amos |
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Fernando Erra Diaz |
Blowing in the Wind |
Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan |
| 16 |
Carolina Mazur |
Love of life |
Freddy Mercury
Freddy Mercury |
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Danila Gomez
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If I aint’t got you |
Alicia Keys
Alicia Keys |
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Laura Calderon |
Evergreen |
Barbara Streisand
Paul Williams |
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Delfina Cano |
The greatest love of all |
Michael Masser
Linda Creed |
XIV Years Creating Global Understanding
through English |
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