News - 21 November 2014

Nottingham says ‘obrigado’ to Brazilian students with a special celebration

The University of Nottingham, Nottingham Trent University and Experience Nottinghamshire are joining forces to say thank you to 150 Brazilian students who have chosen to study in the city as part of the Science without Borders exchange programme run by the Brazilian government.

The programme gives Brazil’s top students the chance to study at a university overseas, and is an important cultural and academic exchange for Nottingham.

For the first time, Nottingham’s two renowned universities will come together to host a special event to thank the students for choosing Nottingham, and celebrate the fantastic time the students have had while studying in the city.

The Sheriff of Nottingham, Cllr Jackie Morris, will officially welcome students at the event.

Taking place on Monday 24 November at Tropeiro restaurant, the Churrasco party will be a meeting of two cultures, marrying together the vibrant Brazilian barbeque with friendly Nottingham hospitality. 150 students are expected to attend the event, along with leading academics and alumni from both universities.

Professor Edward Peck, Vice-Chancellor of Nottingham Trent University, said:

“Science without Borders has been a fantastic opportunity for both of Nottingham’s universities to showcase their academic strengths internationally, with the ambition of forging strong links with young people in Brazil that will last far beyond this academic year of study. The students have brought added enthusiasm and vibrancy to our campuses and we’re very proud to celebrate their achievements over the past year.”

Professor Sir David Greenaway, Vice Chancellor of The University of Nottingham said:

“We are delighted to welcome our largest group of Science without Borders students from Brazil to date.  The University has well-established and growing links with Brazilian institutions and we are very pleased to be taking part in this scheme. The event in Nottingham on Monday will be a fitting celebration of the strong bonds the city has with Brazil and the contributions our visiting students have made to its academic and social life.”  

Jennifer Spencer, Chief Executive of Experience Nottinghamshire, said:

“These students will act as unofficial ambassadors for Nottingham when they return home, and will help spread the word that this is a welcoming city, full of vibrant culture and a great place to visit and live.”

EVENT DETAILS:

  • When: 7pm, Monday 24 November
  • Where: Tropeiro Nottingham, 11 King Street, NG1 2AY
  • Dress code: A touch of glamour
  • Details: Food and drinks (one per person) will be provided.  Live music and Brazilian dancers. Speeches by university officials and official welcome by Sheriff of Nottingham, Cllr Jackie Morris.

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