PAO Harper Speaks at MLK/BHM Event
The Grupman Larkansiel Kreol organized a presentation on Martin Luther King (MLK) day and Black History (BHM) to mark the 177th anniversary of the abolition of slavery in Mauritius. PAO Vanessa Harper, who was guest speaker at the event, carried out a presentation on both themes, focusing on the Civil Rights Movement.
Super Bowl in Mauritian School
Embassy diplomats and American football enthusiasts and former Mauritian Yale football player, Vedant Seeam, shared their passion with some 100 students of St Esprit College, in view of Super Bowl 46. Students also participated in a sports trivia, and learned about the sports scholarships available in U.S. universities.
Presentation on the U.S. Electoral Process
U.S. Chargé d'Affaires Troy Fitrell led a talk on the U.S. Electoral Process on Wednesday January 25 at the N. Saddul College in Vacoas (center). Students and teachers from neighboring high schools attended.
Mauritian PM Meets Deputy USTR
The Deputy USTR Ambassador Demetrios Marantis paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Dr. Navin Ramgoolam. He was accompanied by the delegation including Assistant USTR Florizelle Lizer and representatives of the Department of State and USAID.
Additional Embassy Information
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The 2012 Election Cycle begins now! YOUR VOTE COUNTS!
All absentee voters must register to participate in the 2012 elections, even if you have registered in previous years. You may mail your registration, the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA), via the U.S. Embassy in Port Louis. 2012 Election Cycle »
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Diversity Visa Program: DV-2013 Entry Instructions
The online registration period for the 2013 Diversity Visa Program (DV-2013) will begin at www.dvlottery.state.gov on Tuesday, October 4, 2011, at noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4), and conclude on Saturday, November 5, 2011, at noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4). (DV 2013 page) »
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J-1 Visa
The Exchange Visitor (J) non-immigrant visa category is for individuals approved to participate in work-and study-based exchange visitor programs. Participants are integral to the success of the program. Here you can learn more about obtaining the J-1 Visa and other relevant visas. (J-1 Visa Page) »
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Holiday Closure
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Washington's Birthday
Maha Shivaratree
Monday, February 20, 2012
The U.S. Embassy will be closed on this day. For other holidays observed, please consult the full holiday listing.
eJournal USA
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Making Their Mark: Black Women Leaders
This issue of eJournal USA profiles African-American women of the 20th and 21st centuries who have made significant contributions to many spheres of American life. It also offers insights into how earlier generations of African-American women serve as touchstones for the present generation.