Distinguished U.S. Science Leader Inspires Tanzanian Youth

Dr. Shirley Malcom, Head of the Directorate for Education and Human Resources Programs of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) visited Ridhwaa Seminary, a school at Kinondoni Mkwajuni, Dar es Salaam, on November 10. Dr. Malcom encouraged the students to pursue further studies in science and technology in order to prepare themselves to assume the responsibilities of the next generation of decision-makers in Tanzania. She also donated 400 science books to the school on behalf of the American people. Dr. Malcom was accompanied by U.S. Embassy Economic & Commercial Officer Emily Shaffer, who briefed the students on U.S. assistance programs aimed at supporting innovation, science and technology in Tanzania schools.

Dr. Shirley Malcom addresses Ridhwaa Seminary students on November 10, 2010.

Economic & Commercial officer Emily Shaffer presents a book to a Ridhwaa Seminary student on November 10, 2010.