Hungarian American Coalition News, 1993 (2. évfolyam, 1. szám)
1993 / 1. szám
BOOK NEWS Hungary (Special Editor: Enikő Molnár Basa) (Review of National Literatures) “Hungarian Literature has reflected the difficulties the Hungarians have faced in their millenial service as a bulwark of European civilization facing East." This volume, published by the Council on National Literatures, addresses Hungarian literature in its European context. In addition to an introductory survey and Bibliographical Spectrum written by the Special Editor, the volume includes: □ Major trends and themes in Hungarian literature, György Endre Szonyi □ Hungarian literature outside of Hungary, including Hungarian writers in America, Bela Pomogats □ New directions on the contemporary scene, László Rónay □ The critical heritage in Hungarian literature, Peter Davidhazi □ Hungary’ s neglected national literatures, Anna Paolucci (series editor) □ “Hungary’s Literary Promise in Dante's De Vulgari Eloquentia and the Divina Commedia”, Anna Paolucci and Henry Paolucci Price per copy: S23.00, prepaid. To order, mail $US check or money order to: CNL, P.O. Box 81, Whitestone NY 11357. Hungarian Foreign Policy: The Experience of a New Democracy, by Joseph C. Kun. Foreword by Representative Tom Lantos. Published by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), January 1993, 166 pp. “An informed and perceptive assessment of the foreign policy of an increasingly important participant in the politics of newly independent Central Europe. This volume casts new light on the role of Soviet weapons in Hungary and provides a valuable insight into the emerging HunSt. Stephen’s Day Celebration The Embassy of the Republic of Hungary warmly invites all Hungarians and Americans to attend an ecumenical and bilingual church service in celebration of August 20th, S aint Stephen's Day, the Hungarian National Holiday commemorating the foundation of the Hungarian State. The service will be held on THURSDAY, AUGUST 19TH at 7:00 p.m. at the chapel of the Wesley Theological Seminary (4500 Massachusetts Ave., N.W., Washington, DC). garian-Polish-Czechoslovaktriangle.”Zbigniew ! Brzezinski, counselor, CSIS, former U.S. national security adviser. “Amalgamating the richness of information of a native insider with the sober judgement of an j outside historian, this American-Hungarian au[ thor provides us with the first thorough evaluation of the new Hungarian government's foreign policy. Joseph Kun helps both Hungarians and ! Americans understand the history of our recent past. His contribution is greatly appreciated." Pal I Tar, Hungarian Ambassador to the United States. $15.95 paperback, $42.95 hardback. Contact CSIS, 1800 K Street, N.W. Suite 400, Washing-The Citizens Democracy Corps has developed two programs to match U.S. volunteers with companies and institutions in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). The Citizens Volunteer Program locates individuals who have mid- to senior-level experience working in U.S. governmental, nonprofit, or educational institutions and pairs them with CEE and CIS organizations which are seeking on-site technical assistance. The CEE/CIS institutions which benefit from the program are municipal governments, in areas such as urban and regional planning, tourism development, and municipal and health care administration; nonprofit organizations, in membership development, fundraising, and nonprofit administration, and universities, in areas such as university governance and administration. The Business Entrepreneur Program similarly pairs up U.S. volunteers who have experience in operating a successful small or medium business with compatible private and privatizing businesses in CEE and the CIS. The volunteer analyzes all aspects of a business and advises the owner/management on the specific steps needed to remain viable and competitive. Other roles may include assisting with marketing and sales, j financial planning, and restructuring of the busi- i ness. Volunteers are encouraged to maintain a mentoring relationship with the companies after their assignments have been completed. Both programs recruit volunteers who have j the willingness and financial ability to serve from two months to one year with the host institution. ton, DC 20006; Tel: (202) 887-0200. Central and Eastern Europe: Unfinished Revolution. Recognizing progress over the last three years, this report charts a "course correction" in refocusing U.S. assistance to the countries of the region with recommendations of priority actions for U.S. leadership. Published by die Atlantic Council, (202) 347-9353, ext. 6840. $10.00. Doing Business in Hungary. An updated information guide by Price Waterhouse. Doing Business in Hungary. Enrst & Young’s International Business Series. The Citizens Democracy Corps provides airfare and program coordination, while housing, local j transportation and translation services are provided by the host institution. The Citizens Democracy Corps is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to mobilizing U.S. private sector resources to assist countries of Central and Eastern Europe and the CIS in building democratic institutions and free market economies. For more information on these CDC programs or other activities, call 1-800-394-1945, or write to CDC, 2021 K Street, NW, Suite 215, Washington, DC 20006. Tel. (202) 872-0933; Fax (202) 872-0923. Peace Corps Holds English Drama Festival in Hungary Peace Corps/Hungary volunteers organized the second annual English Drama Festival to help 1 young English students use their newly learned skills in an applicable manner which is fun, competitive, and challenging. Approximately 1000 secondary school students representing over 70 schools from four regions in Hungary, as well as Slovakia and Rumania, participated in the first round of the competition, held at four regional sites from March 19-21. The finals, held in Vac, Hungary from April 2-4, included over 100 productions. Judges included Peace Corps staff and the U.S. Ambassador. (From the Peace Corps Monthly. June 1993.) Ms. Sandra Willett, Director of the Peace Corps in Hungary, reports that there are currently 105 teachers of English and 11 environmental workers on assignment in Hungary, with an average age of 40 years. CDC Volunteer Programs in Hungary Summer 1993 • Hungarian American Coalition News *11
