FRIENDS International and Intercultural Day at SLU, Philippines - Part 3
Summary
TLDRThe video script from an international forum at Saint Louis University, Pakistan, features a Sudanese student, Ahmed Mohammed, sharing insights into Sudan's rich culture, history, and traditions. With a population of over 42 million, Sudan boasts a diverse cultural tapestry, including 590 tribes and over 114 languages. The script highlights Sudan's landmarks like the Nubian Pyramids and Dinder National Park, as well as traditional wedding ceremonies and dances. The forum also recognizes contributors to internationalization efforts and celebrates cultural exchange.
Takeaways
- 🌍 Sudan is located in Northeast Africa with Khartoum as its capital, situated between the Blue Nile and the White Nile rivers.
- 👥 Sudan has a diverse population of over 42 million people, with various cultures and tribes such as the Nubian, Denka, and Arab Dongola tribes.
- 🗣️ The country is linguistically rich, with over 114 languages and 500 accents, and Arabic and English as its official languages.
- 🏺 Sudan is home to the Nubian pyramids, which predate the Egyptian pyramids and are now a significant tourist attraction.
- 🌳 The Dinder National Park, established in 1935, is a unique wildlife reserve on the Sudanese-Ethiopian border.
- 🎉 Sudanese wedding ceremonies are elaborate, lasting seven days, and involve traditional silks, henna, and gold jewelry.
- 💃 The country boasts a variety of traditional dances, each reflecting the diversity of its tribes and regions.
- 🏛️ The script mentions an international forum discussing the importance of internationalization and intercultural relations among universities.
- 🏆 Certificates of appreciation were awarded to international cooperation leaders for their contributions to global education and intercultural awareness.
- 🎭 The event celebrated cultural diversity and aimed to foster interaction and dialogue among different cultures.
Q & A
What is the main theme of the open forum mentioned in the script?
-The main theme of the open forum is internationalization and intercultural relations among universities.
What is the significance of the location of Sudan's capital city, Khartoum?
-Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, is significant as it lies between the two rivers, the Blue Nile and the White Nile, which are important geographical features of the region.
What is the population of Sudan and what is its cultural diversity like?
-Sudan has a population of over 42 million people with a diversity of cultures and tribes such as the Nubian tribe, Denka, Arabs, Dongola tribe, and more.
How many languages and accents are recognized in Sudan?
-Sudan recognizes over 114 languages and 500 accents, showcasing its rich linguistic diversity.
What are the official languages of Sudan?
-The official languages of Sudan are Arabic and English.
What is the meaning of the word 'Sudan' and how many tribes does the country have?
-Sudan is derived from the Arabic word 'bilad al-sudan,' which means 'land of the blacks,' and the country has 590 tribes.
Are there any historical landmarks in Sudan similar to the Egyptian pyramids?
-Yes, Sudan has the Nubian pyramids, which were built by the rulers of the ancient Kushan kingdoms and are older than the Egyptian pyramids.
What is a notable tourist attraction in Sudan apart from the pyramids?
-Dinder National Park is a notable tourist attraction in Sudan, established in 1935 and located on the Sudanese border with Ethiopia.
Can you describe a traditional Sudanese wedding ceremony?
-A traditional Sudanese wedding ceremony involves silks, red and gold fabrics, henna, gold jewelry, and a seven-day celebration with different functions for the bride and groom.
What is the cultural significance of traditional dances in Sudan?
-Traditional dances in Sudan are significant as they vary from different tribes and regions, reflecting the country's cultural diversity.
Who are the individuals being awarded certificates of appreciation in the script?
-Miss Christina Armudieva, the director of international cooperation of Varna University of Management, Bulgaria, and Ms. Isaiah Denis Oscar, the vice director for global education and partnership at Istanbul IDEA University, Turkey, are being awarded certificates of appreciation.
Outlines
🌍 Internationalization and Cultural Relations
The paragraph opens with the conclusion of an open forum, highlighting the importance of internationalization and intercultural relations among universities. The audience is applauded for their participation, and the event seems to have been successful in fostering a personal understanding of these topics. The script includes various sound effects like music and applause, suggesting a lively and engaging atmosphere.
🎶 Musical Interlude and Laughter
This paragraph features a series of sound effects, including laughter and music, indicating a light-hearted and joyful segment of the video. The presence of multiple 'Music' tags suggests a continuous background score, possibly accompanying a montage or a transition in the video.
🏛️ Sudanese Culture and History
Ahmed Mohammed, a student from Sudan studying at Saint Louis University in Pakistan, introduces himself and his country, Sudan. He provides an overview of Sudan's geographical location, capital city, and its cultural diversity with over 42 million people and numerous tribes and languages. He also mentions the religious composition, predominantly Muslim, and the historical significance of the Nubian pyramids, which predate the Egyptian pyramids. The paragraph aims to educate and share the rich cultural heritage of Sudan.
🏞️ Sudan's Tourist Attractions and Traditions
The paragraph discusses Sudan's tourist attractions, including the lesser-known but historically significant Nubian pyramids and the Dinder National Park, established in 1935. It also touches upon Sudanese wedding traditions, characterized by the use of silks, henna, and gold jewelry, and a seven-day ceremony. The diversity in traditional dances from different regions of Sudan is also highlighted, showcasing the country's vibrant culture.
🏆 Awards and Appreciation
This paragraph focuses on the recognition and appreciation of individuals and groups who contributed to the event. Certificates of appreciation are awarded to Christina Armudieva from Varna University of Management, Bulgaria, and Isaiah Denis Oscar from Istanbul Idea University, Turkey, for their roles as resource speakers. The paragraph also extends gratitude to the Saint Louis University International Students Association, international relations officers, and participants from various universities and regions, emphasizing the collaborative and multicultural nature of the event.
🎉 Cultural Festivals and Interactions
The final paragraph discusses the cultural significance of events like the Panagbenga festival in Baguio, which celebrates the vibrant culture and dances of the region. The paragraph emphasizes the importance of interculturalism, promoting interaction and dialogue among different cultures. It concludes with a message of thanks and a hope for continued cultural exchange and understanding.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Internationalization
💡Intercultural Relations
💡Sudan
💡Cultural Diversity
💡Nubian Pyramids
💡Dinder National Park
💡Sudanese Wedding Ceremony
💡Traditional Dances
💡Certificate of Appreciation
💡International Students Association
Highlights
The open forum concluded with a focus on internationalization and intercultural relations among universities.
Ahmed Mohammed, a third-year computer science student from Sudan, shares insights about his country's culture, traditions, and history.
Sudan is located in northeast Africa, with its capital city Khartoum situated between the Blue and White Nile rivers.
The country has a diverse population of over 42 million people, with various cultures and tribes such as the Nubian, Arab, and Dongola tribes.
Sudan is home to 114 languages and 500 accents, with Arabic and English as the official languages.
Sudan's religious groups are predominantly Muslim, reflecting the country's cultural and religious diversity.
The term 'Sudan' is derived from the Arabic word 'bilad as-sudan', meaning 'land of the blacks'.
Sudan boasts the Nubian pyramids, built by the rulers of the ancient Kushan kingdoms, predating the Egyptian pyramids.
The Dinder National Park, established in 1935, is a unique wildlife reserve on the Sudanese-Ethiopian border.
Sudanese wedding ceremonies are characterized by silks, red and gold fabrics, henna, and gold jewelry, with a seven-day celebration.
Sudan has a rich variety of traditional dances, reflecting the diversity of its tribes and regions.
The event concluded with certificates of appreciation awarded to international cooperation speakers and participants.
The Saint Louis University International Students Association and other universities' faculty and students were acknowledged for their participation.
The event highlighted the importance of interculturalism and the promotion of interaction and dialogue among cultures.
The city of Baguio's Panagbenga festival was mentioned as an example of vibrant culture and intercultural exchange.
The event aimed to serve as a bridge for more interactions and dialogues among different cultures.
Transcripts
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we guess that's all the time we have for
our open
forum we hope we all had a personal
takeaway
that will help us excel even more in the
areas of
internationalization intercultural
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hello everyone my name is ahmed mohammed
enemy of man
and i am from sudan
i am a bachelor of science and computer
science
third year student from the i.t and
computer science department
school of accountancy management
computer and
information studies
mary heights campus at saint louis
university pakistan
in this video i would love to share more
about my country
about our culture our traditions
our brief history and even more
i hope you'll enjoy this video and let's
get started
to start with sudan is located in
northeast
africa
sudan's capital city is horton which
hartung lies
between the two rivers the blue nine
river and the white nine river
the river is flowing from the lake
victoria
from all the way from ethiopia
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sudan's population is over 42 million
people
with a diversity of cultures different
tribes
such as the nubian tribe denka
arabs dongola tribe and more
also sudan's languages and accents with
over 114 languages and 500 accents
sudan's official languages are arabic
and english furthermore
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sudan has 590 tribes
the majority of sudan's religious groups
are muslims
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in addition to that sudan derived from
an arabic word bilad
sudan which means
land of the blacks
sudan has pyramids as well
known as the nubian pyramids built by
the
rulers of the ancient khushan kingdoms
with about 255
pyramids they are built
long before the egyptian pyramids for
more than
2 000 years however the pyramids
are unknown for quite a long time
but now it is one of the top tourist
attractions
in sudan
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hello i'm david adams and this is the
sudan
i'm about two and a half days sailing
south of the egyptian border
into what they call the hidden quarter
from here to khartoum
there's a thousand miles of temples
tombs and fortresses
of a culture that once ruled all egypt
herself
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another tourist attraction in sudan is
the national
wildlife park which is that dinder
national park
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established in 1935 a dinder national
park
lies on the sudanese border with
ethiopia it's also the only park
north of the equator where local
communities that have entered the nature
reserve since the 1980s
still exist
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a sudanese wedding ceremony in sudanese
wedding
tradition silks red
and gold fabrics henna an abundance of
gold jewelry
and a seven day ceremony with different
functions and celebrations
for the bride in the groom the ciartic
is one of the seven
ceremonies in a sudanese wedding
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sudan has diversity in traditional
dances as well
dances vary from the different tribes
as well as dances from other parts of
sudan
such dances vary from khartoum
northern sudan eastern sudan western
sudan
and more
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last but not least i hope you all
enjoyed
this wonderful introduction video about
sudan
thank you very much for watching
and i hope you all have a wonderful day
stay safe and god bless you all
thank you and now
let us welcome the director of the slu
office of external relations media
communications
and alumni affairs dr mary grace carrido
on behalf of saint louis university we
would like to express
our gratitude by awarding this
certificate of appreciation
to miss christina armudieva who is the
director of international cooperation of
varna university of management
bulgaria for being the resource speaker
on the topic
innovations in internationalization
would also like to award a certificate
of appreciation
to ms isaiah denis oscar who is the vice
director for global education and
partnership
istanbul idea university turkey
for being the resource speaker on the
topic increasing
access to global learning and
intercultural awareness
through digitalization during the
international and intercultural day
for the i create innovations in
creatives
research extension and technology
year 2021 on the seventh day of may
signed reverend father gilbert v sales
cicm
university president slu
we would also like to extend our
gratitude
for the participation of the members of
the saint louis university international
students
association for sharing their cultures
deepest gratitude to the international
relations officers of the philippines
the students and members of the faculty
from other universities in our country
in asia europe and the rest of the
regions
to the commission on higher education
international affairs
staff the students of contemporary world
and other social science forces of smu
the city of baguio we have panagbanga it
is a festival
of flowers it is participated by young
baguio people in the nearby towns and
cities
this is very colorful and it shows our
vibrant culture
and dances just like the panama we have
come together today to share life
and culture they are both very dynamic
we feature inter culturalism
in this event now this does not only
mean the acceptance
we have for multiple cultures but that
in this global world we promote
interaction
and dialogue we hope that this activity
will be a bridge for more interactions
and dialogues among cultures
thank you
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