Dr. Petra Schneebauer, Austrian Ambassador to the United States, visits ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ
They conducted a highly productive meeting with senior members of the University’s administration, strengthening the long-standing relationship between ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ and Austria.
On June 21, ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ had the honor of welcoming the Austrian Ambassador, Dr. Petra Schneebauer, along with the entire Austrian Delegation. They conducted a highly productive meeting with senior members of the University’s administration, strengthening the long-standing relationship between ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ and Austria. After the meeting, Ambassador Schneebauer was given a personalized tour of the University’s campus, followed by a luncheon at the Sullivan Museum. Ambassador Schneebauer concluded the event with insightful remarks at the luncheon attended by members of the ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ administration, faculty, and students.
Last January, leaders of the Vermont National Guard visited Austria where an agreement between ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ and Theresian Military Academy for an educational and cultural cadet exchange program was agreed upon. Brigadier General Tracy Poirier, ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ class of 1996, represented ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ in the finalization of the agreement.
The agreement is another testament to the State Partnership Program, an initiative aimed at strengthening global security, understanding, and cooperation. The active participation of Vermont, Austria, Senegal, and North Macedonia facilitates the fostering of long-term relationships across all levels of society. Additionally, the program is designed to promote the growth of economic, political, and military connections between the state and partner nations.
Dr. Petra Schneebauer, Austrian Ambassador to the United States, Visits ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ
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