Digest for 96-02-29
Table of Contents
WHAT'S NEW . . .
*01-29 February 96 The Sovietski Collection Catalog
*02-29 February 96 Maximov's News, Contact and Directory Service
RECENT EMAIL . . .
01-29 February 96 Sender: Hongchan Chun (hchun@hyowon.cc.pusan.ac.kr)
Subject: data sources for Russian economy
02-29 February 96 Sender: "S.A. Benedict Hopkins" (100070.775@compuserve.com)
Subject: Medical Insurance in Russia
03-29 February 96 Sender: Christine Cave (CC7389A@american.edu)
Subject: Digital Journalist jobs in Moscow...
04-29 February 96 Sender: Dr Andrey Tsouladze (tsoul@aluf.technion.ac.il)
Subject: Web in Russian: New Possibility
05-29 February 96 Sender: lana@interport.net (Lana Vail)
Subject: Airline Tickets to/from Russia
06-29 February 96 Sender: "Dr. Pyotr Johannevich van de Waal-Palms, American_Bank, USA"
Subject: American & European Private Investors in Russia
07-29 February 96 Sender: vanderHoek@ECO.FRG.eur.nl
Subject: call for papers
08-29 February 96 Sender: oded arkin (sid@iol.co.il)
Subject: Information about jewish history in Belarus.
09-29 February 96 Sender: Jennifer Delay (delayj@gusun.acc.georgetown.edu)
Subject: New publication: oil & gas newsletter
10-29 February 96 Sender: PMICCICHE@FSCVAX.FSC.MASS.EDU
Subject: Distance Learning Collaboration
11-29 February 96 Sender: FFDD (0005628502@mcimail.com)
Subject: Job opening -- Washington, DC
12-29 February 96 Sender: takano@glas.apc.org (Makoto TAKANO
Subject: Funding Opportunity by ISTC
13-29 February 96 Sender: Bohdan@TRYZUB.com (Bohdan Peter Rekshynskyj)
Subject: NEW TRAVEL INFO -- Ukraine
14-29 February 96 Sender: dhake@utk.edu (Dave Hake)
Subject: Russian MBA Association
15-29 February 96 Sender: RON SCHECHTER (shechter@www-mail.huji.ac.il)
Subject: Terrible morning in Jerusalem /from Ron Schechter
APPENDIX: LISTSERV address & basic procedures
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WHAT'S NEW . . .
* The Sovietski Collection Catalog
Offers clocks, watches, optics, and many other collectibles from
the former Soviet Union.
Located on the "Gifts and Products" page of the "Commercial Services"
section or directly at URL:
http://www.sovietski.com/catalog.html
* Maximov WWW Server
A "dynamic news, telephone contact & directory service for the former
Soviet Union."
Located on the "Russian/NIS News Resources" from the "News" page
and also the "Who's Who" page or directly at URL:
http://www.maximov.com/
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E-MAIL POSTINGS . . .
Please continue to send your e-mail to friends@solar.rtd.utk.edu.
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Sender: Hongchan Chun (hchun@hyowon.cc.pusan.ac.kr)
Subject: data sources for Russian economy
I am trying to study empirical base for the impact of economic conditions
on election results in Russia. I would first like to know where I can
find data on economic situation in Russia at CITY or REGION level. I
would appreciate if anyone would take time to direct me to Russian or
western sources. (I only have vague hunch that organizations like World
Bank may publish such data.)
Hongchan Chun
Dept. of Political Science & Diplomacy
Pusan National University, Pusan, Korea
E-Mail: hchun@hyowon.cc.pusan.ac.kr
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Sender: "S.A. Benedict Hopkins" (100070.775@compuserve.com)
Subject: Medical Insurance in Russia
Hello All,
Can anybody recommend a medical insurance plan for 6 months in Russia?
Yours
Benedict HOPKINS
100070.775@compuserve.com
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Sender: Christine Cave (CC7389A@american.edu)
Subject: Digital Journalist jobs in Moscow...
Hello, I'm Christine.
I'm looking for a summer position with an on-line organization in Moscow.
I'm holding an internship position in Washington DC, USA, with
Congressional Quarterly. I write news for their web site and their America
On-line affiliate called "CQ alert" and "American Vote '96." I am currently
a graduate student with The American University in Washington, DC, USA.
My education and experience show I am familiar with the responsibility
that accompanies a global byline.
I would like to work for an on-line agency in Moscow, Russia, dealing with
making websites user friendly or creating and organizing news and
information designed to improve the effectiveness Moscow's online
services.
I need your help, direction, or advice as I have no contacts there. I have
taken some Russian classes and expect to learn more this summer. I know
some words and phrases and can take another class before June 1st, 1996,
when I expect to leave for Moscow.
Can you help me? Please respond.
Sincerely,
Christine Cave
cc7389a@american.edu.com
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Sender: Dr Andrey Tsouladze (tsoul@aluf.technion.ac.il)
Subject: Web in Russian: New Possibility
Hello Friends,
This is a note for those of you interested in Web surfing and/or
publishing in Russian and other languages.
There is a (relatively) new browser which supports over thirty languages.
Its name is MultiLingual Mosaic. It comes with all necessary fonts. The
browser can recognize many languages automatically if it finds certain
tags in the pages (this is a piece of info for Web developers). MLMosaic
is still in beta and therefore is somewhat buggy but nevertheless is very
very good. It supports almost all modern HTML quirks. I highly recommend
that you try it out.
If I have not succeeded yet to persuade you here is more: Accompanying
program is a MultiLingual Publisher! Furthermore, they have a
MultiLingual MailPad!!!
The place to get both products is:
http://www.accentsoft.com/
Best luck,
Andy
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
* Andrey Tsouladze * *
* Webmaster/System Manager * Cogito, *
* SPL WorldGroup * *
* 3b Yoni Netaniyahu * ergo *
* Or-Yehuda 60200, Israel * *
* E-mail: andy@spl.co.il * sum *
* E-mail: tsoul@tx.technion.ac.il * *
* E-mail: tsoul@aluf.technion.ac.il * *
* http://www.spl.co.il/~andy * *
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Sender: lana@interport.net (Lana Vail)
Subject: Airline Tickets to/from Russia
We are a New York/Moscow partnership of travel agents offering a full range of
services to and from Russia.
Exchange program hosts and expatriates wishing to bring people over -- pay
for tickets in the US, pick them up in Moscow.
To save money, try the new Aeroflot -- flying Boeing aircraft -- and
European airlines with convenient European connections. Or enjoy the
comfort of Delta Airlines.
We help with Russian visa applications.
For current prices and other information please visit our home page:
http://www.users.interport.net/~lana/ambertours/
or inquire by return e-Mail.
Sincerely,
Amber Tours, Inc.
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Sender: "Dr. Pyotr Johannevich van de Waal-Palms, American_Bank, USA"
Subject: American & European Private Investors in Russia
A group of investors of private capital in Russia, The Baltics, Central
Eurasia and Former Soviet Union are discussing the results of money they
have invested and their resulting strategy for the future. Drop in and
eavesdrop.
To subscribe send message to: (majordomo@eskimo.com)
In message text type: subscribe palmport-list (your e-mail address)
leave subject blank
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Sender: vanderHoek@ECO.FRG.eur.nl
Subject: call for papers
CALL FOR PAPERS ON TRANSITION ECONOMICS
As a Regional Editor for "International Advances in Economic Research", I
am organizing several sessions at the International Atlantic Economic
Conference to be held in Washington, D.C., October 10-13, 1996. All papers
presented at the conference will be eligible for consideration in this
refereed, quarterly publication, published by the Atlantic Economic Society
(AES).
If you wish to present a paper at a session on Transition Economics, please
let me know as soon as possible, but not later than March 10, 1996. At a
later date you should submit two copies of at least a 500 word summary
including: (1) Objectives; (2) Background; (3) Data and Methods; (4)
Results/Expected Results; and (5) Discussion. Deadline to submit your
summary is May 1, 1996.
The paper submission fee of $49 ($59 for non-AES members) is waived for
authors on my sessions. Normal conference registration fees of $65 ($120
for non-members) do apply, however, for all session participants. In
addition, all participants are responsible for their own expenses.
M. Peter van der Hoek
Associate Professor of Economics
Erasmus Public Law and Economics Center
Erasmus University (L 6-81)
P.O. Box 1738
NL-3000 DR Rotterdam
Rotterdam
Tel.: 31-10-4081622
Fax: 31-10-4532912
E-mail: vanderHoek@eco.frg.eur.nl
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Sender: oded arkin (sid@iol.co.il)
Subject: Information about jewish history in Belarus.
Hello and Shalom,
my name is Oded Arkin, i am from israel. first i am sorry for my english.
i have been in belarus in the last july with my father,traveling in small
town called "Rozani". in the year of 1882 the greand-father of my greand-
father came to the land of israel, from a litlle village near Rozani
called "Pavlova". if its posibble i would like to get mor information
about touse tow vilegges, spacialy about jewish history in those places.
with great thanks,
Oded Arkin
ISRAEL
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Sender: Jennifer Delay (delayj@gusun.acc.georgetown.edu)
Subject: New publication: oil & gas newsletter
================PIPELINE NEWS=================
Interested in energy sector developments in the former Soviet Union?
Ever notice that most of the information on this particular topic isn't
put together in one place?
Pipeline News, a digest intended to track energy policy, pipeline
construction, and oil & gas investment opportunities in the former Soviet
Union, has just published its first issue. The newsletter is being
distributed free of charge to all interested parties, and short news and
analytical submissions ((500 words) are welcomed.
To subscribe, or for more information, please send an e-mail message to
delayj@gusun.georgetown.edu.
Thanks!
Jennifer DeLay, editor
===============PIPELINE NEWS===============
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Sender: PMICCICHE@FSCVAX.FSC.MASS.EDU
Subject: Distance Learning Collaboration
Dear Prof. Bulashova;
We are currently collaborating with the Moscow Medical Academy 9
Dr. Galina Perfilyeva, Dean on a joint ESL text project and welcome your
assistance in effecting expanded distance learning links with the
Academy. Please be in touch.
Regards and look forward to hearing from you.
Prof. Pat Micciche
Social Science Dept.
Fitchburg State College(9ma0
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Sender: FFDD (0005628502@mcimail.com)
Subject: Job opening -- Washington, DC
Dear Friends,
The Fund for Democracy and Development, a non-profit organization active in
business development and humanitarian aid in Russia and the Caucasus, has a
position available in its Washington office. Description of the position
follows; please send resume, cover letter, and references to Jennifer DeLay
by fax at 202-296-5433 or by e-mail at 5628502@mcimail.com.
Thank you!
***************
Non-profit organization active in humanitarian aid and business development
in NIS seeks accounting/program assistant for Washington office. Assistant
will help staff accountant with financial and field expense reports and
budgets as well as review overseas office accounts and track payments and
purchasing. Assistant will also provide day-to-day backstopping and
logistical support for field projects and Washington supervisory staff,
including drafting communications to donor agencies and responding to
requests from field offices. Responsibilities will also include actively
assisting recruitment efforts, maintaining personnel files and supporting
Washington staff in pursuit of new business.
Preferred candidates will have accounting experience and solid computer
skills (word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail). Familiarity with Quattro
Pro, Word Perfect required. Organizational abilities and attention to
detail a must. Russian language, strong background in Russian area studies
helpful. Strong writing skills desirable.
Fax resume, references to (202) 296-5433.
***************
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Sender: takano@glas.apc.org (Makoto TAKANO
Subject: Funding Opportunity by ISTC
WHAT IS THE ISTC?
The International Science and Technology Center is an inter-governmental
organization established by an international agreement. It develops,
approves, finances, and monitors science and technology projects that
address its objectives set forth below.
The initial Parties to the agreement are the European Union, Japan, the
Russian Federation, and the United States of America. Since the Center
opened, Finland, Sweden, the Republic of Georgia, Armenia, Kazakhstan,
Kyrghyz and Belarus have acceded to the Agreement. The initial program
budget is about $70 million. The Center has three administrative bodies:
- The Governing Board consisting of representatives of the initial Parties ,
- The international Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) ,
- The Secretariat located in Moscow which includes the Executive
Director, three Deputy Directors, Project Managers, and Procurement,
Finance,
and Administrative staff.
OBJECTIVES OF THE ISTC
The main objectives are:
1) to provide weapons scientists and engineers in Russia and other interested
states of the CIS opportunities to redirect their talents to peaceful
activities;
2) to contribute thereby to the transition to market-based economies
responsive to civil needs;
3) to support basic and applied research and technology development for
peaceful purposes; and
4) to promote the integration of scientists and engineers from Russia and other
CIS states into the international scientific and engineering communities.
To help achieve these objectives the Center assists in matching former
weapons scientists and engineers from Russia and other CIS states with
foreign colleagues who have similar interest in research and development for
peaceful purposes.
ELIGIBLE INSTITUTIONS AND USE OF ISTC FUNDS
Project Proposals can be submitted by any person, institution, government, or
intergovernmental or non-governmental organization. A large share of the
funds are used to provide financial support for weapon scientists and
engineers from the CIS members. A smaller share of the funds are used to
cover limited equipment costs and costs of international travel, Foreign
collaboration in ISTC projects is strongly encouraged. In fact, several ISTC
projects help collaboration between Foreign private industry and CIS institutes
with the goal of making marketable products. However, ISTC funds are not
intended to support foreign collaborators.
DECISION-MAKING PROCESS
Proposals are submitted to the Executive Director of the Center. Each
proposal must comply with the ISTC INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPOSAL
PREPARATION. The Executive Director must also receive the approval of
the state(s) in which the work is to be carried out before transmitting the
proposal for further consideration. Each complete proposal, including the
official approval, is transmitted to the Governing Board without delay. The
Governing Board, taking into account the views of the SAC, makes decisions
regarding projects on a consensus basis at its quarterly Board meetings.
Projects can be financed by one or several Parties.
The total number of projects approved since the opening of the ISTC in March,
1994, is 180, representing a total contribution of approximately $80 million.
The projects will sponsor more than 10,000 scientists and engineers for
periods of up to three years. Projects have been approved in such fields as
nuclear reactor safety, radioactive waste management, medicine and laser
technology. Several projects could provide direct support to developing
technologies related to international efforts in verification of nuclear
test ban
treaties, destruction of weapons of mass destruction, and environmental
monitoring.
HOW TO APPLY?
Additional information may be obtained from the following address' ,
International Science and Technology Center
P. O. Box 25
Luganskaya Ulitsa, 9
Moscow, 115516
Russian Federation
Tel. +7 (095) 321-4665 Fax +7 (095) 321-4744
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Sender: Bohdan@TRYZUB.com (Bohdan Peter Rekshynskyj)
Subject: NEW TRAVEL INFO -- Ukraine
FYI,
Bohdan Peter Rekshynskyj
Date: 23 Feb 96 15:59:57 EST
)From: Wally Doerge (76702.1202@compuserve.com)
To: travel-advisories@stolaf.edu
Precedence: bulk
STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Ukraine
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Ukraine - Consular Information Sheet
February 20, 1996
Country Description: Ukraine is a newly independent nation
undergoing profound political and economic change, still in the
process of stabilizing its relations with neighboring countries.
Tourist facilities are not highly developed, and many of the goods
and services taken for granted in other countries are not yet
available. Travel within Ukraine is unrestricted. Though fuel
shortages are generally no longer a problem, internal travel can be
difficult and flight and train schedules can be irregular.
Entry Requirements: A passport and visa are required. Visas can
be obtained in advance from the Embassy of Ukraine, located at 3350
M Street, NW, Washington D.C. 20007, tel. (202) 333-0606 or
333-7507, or Ukrainian consulates in Chicago and New York. A letter
of invitation from a person, company, or organization in Ukraine or
a tour company voucher is currently required to obtain a visa.
Travelers are no longer able to secure visas at any border crossing
point or at airports.
Note: Travelers who intend to visit Russia from Ukraine must have
a Russian visa. The Russian Embassy in Ukraine is located at
Prospekt Kutuzova 8, Kiev, tel: (7)(044) 294-6701.
Ukraine Registration: All foreigners visiting Ukraine, except
those staying less than three working days and minors (under 18),
are required to register their passports with local law enforcement
authorities. Visitors who do not register may experience delays
when leaving Ukraine, or difficulty when trying to extend visas.
The registration requirement is automatically met when foreigners
stay in hotels, when resident business persons register their
companies, or when students register under established exchange
programs. Private visitors must have their hosts, relatives or
landlords register their U.S. passport at the local Section of Visas
and Registration Office of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (known
by the acronym "VVIR" in Ukrainian and "OVIR" in Russian). A fee is
usually charged for visa extensions or passport registration.
Medical Facilities: Medical care in Ukraine is limited. The U.S.
Embassy maintains a list of English speaking physicians and a list
of pharmacies that offer American and Western European supplies and
medicines. The availability of basic medical supplies, including
disposable needles, anesthetics, and antibiotics has improved.
Elderly travelers and those with existing health problems may be at
risk due to inadequate medical facilities. Doctors and hospitals
often expect immediate cash payment for health services. U.S.
medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States.
Travelers have found that in some cases, supplemental medical
insurance with specific overseas coverage, including air evacuation
coverage, has proved to be useful. Further information on health
matters can be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention's international travelers' hotline, tel: (404) 332-4559.
Crime Information: Inflation, unemployment, and the breakdown of
the country's social fabric have contributed to an ever increasing
and violent crime rate. Westerners and their residences are
increasingly viewed by criminals as choice targets. The loss or
theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to
the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. The
Department of State's pamphlet "A Safe Trip Abroad" provides useful
information on guarding valuables and protecting personal security
while traveling abroad. Additional information on the region can be
found in the brochure "Tips for Travelers to Russia and the Newly
Independent States". Both publications are available from the
Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington D.C. 20402.
Traffic Safety and Road Conditions: Roads in Ukraine are in
generally poor condition. Travel between cities at night and in the
winter can be particularly treacherous. Gasoline and diesel fuel
supplies may be difficult to find in outlying areas. Carjackings of
Western-made or foreign-registered cars is on the rise. There has
been an increase in the number of documented reports of criminal
acts occurring on trains, including gassings and robberies.
Aviation Oversight: In March 1993, the U.S. Federal Aviation
Administration assessed Ukraine's civil aviation authority as in
compliance with international aviation safety oversight standards
for Ukraine carriers operating to and from the U.S. The same level
of safety oversight would typically be applied to operations to
other destinations. For further information, travelers may contact
the Department of Transportation at 1-800-322-7873.
Currency Regulations: Ukraine is a cash economy. Traveler's
checks and credit cards are gaining wider acceptance in larger
cities. Use of credit cards is limited to the better hotels,
Western-style restaurants, international airlines and select stores.
Customs regulations prohibit sending cash, traveler's checks,
personal checks, credit cards or passports through the international
mail system to Ukraine. These items are regularly confiscated as
contraband by customs authorities. Changing U.S. dollars for
Ukrainian coupons or another currency is legal only at banks,
currency exchange desks at hotels and at licensed exchange booths.
Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the
country in which they are traveling. Penalties for possession, use,
or trafficking in illegal drugs are strict and convicted offenders
can expect jail sentences and fines.
Registration and Embassy Location: Americans may register at the
Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy and obtain updated information
on travel and security within Ukraine. The U.S. Embassy in Kiev is
located at Vulitsa Yuria Kotsubinskoho 10, telephone (380-44)
244-7349. The Embassy's 24-hour emergency number (answered only in
English after working hours) is (380-44) 216-3805.
No. 96-038
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet for Ukraine dated
February 3, 1995, to update information on entry requirements,
currency exchange, customs regulations, road conditions and new
telephone numbers.
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Sender: dhake@utk.edu (Dave Hake)
Subject: Russian MBA Association
I have received information about the Russian MBA Association
from its founder and organizer - Vladimir Ashurkov. Perhaps the
organization and its plans will be of interest to some members of
the list.
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RUSSIAN MBA ASSOCIATION
History, Current Status and Future Prospects
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The market reforms in Russia and in other NIS (Newly Independent
States) countries, as well as the establishment of a significant
number of Russian commercial firms and entrance of foreign compa-
nies into the Russian market created demand for well-educated,
open-minded, business-oriented professionals. Since educational
institutions in Russia are new to providing business training and
developing the student's skills needed in a free-market economy,
there exists a serious gap between the demand for people with
these skills and the supply of young professionals, capable both
of understanding the intricacies of the nascent Russian market
and of bringing managerial, financial and other expertise from
the developed markets.
Many Russian young men and women who recognize this are pursuing
business studies or are preparing to apply to MBA programs in
universities across the world, but primarily in the USA. In
addition to citizens of the former Soviet Union studying for an
MBA, there is a considerable number of foreign professionals who
have worked in the FSU (Former Soviet Union), who are interested
in applying the skills and knowledge acquired during business
studies working in this geographical area. This group of people
has quite distinct common interests, which include keeping in-
formed of events in the FSU, networking with other business
students and, most importantly, obtaining employment in the
region.
The Russian MBA Association was created in the fall of 1995 by
Vladimir Ashurkov, a second-year student at the Wharton School of
the University of Pennsylvania who realized the need for bringing
these individuals together. The goals of this organization are:
* to bring together business professionals interested in working
in Russia or with Russia;
* to promote American business education in the countries of the
FSU;
* to facilitate communication between MBA students, graduates and
potential employers (both Russian and international) in the
region.
Especially important is the ability of the Russian MBA Associa-
tion to provide a vehicle for American and Russian companies to
effectively communicate with MBA students and graduates interest-
ed in working in Russia, who are geographically separated. For
students it is an effective way to learn about other business
students, get job leads and share their educational, professional
and related experiences.
What medium could have provided a way to reach people in the US
and Russia, separated by thousands miles? The Internet, and
especially the rapidly developing World Wide Web, seemed to be
the obvious choice. Practically all students have access to the
Internet through university accounts, and an increasing number of
young business professionals use the Internet for various purpos-
es. It is a convenient and inexpensive method of sharing and
disseminating information. Thus, efforts were first focused on
creating the World Wide Web site, devoted to resources for MBA
students and graduates interested in Russia. Its WWW address:
http://www.serve.com/mbafsu/
Creating the appropriate structure and content for the site took
a lot of time and effort. Currently, net surfers accessing the
site can do the following:
* Register through an on-line form to become members of the
Russian MBA Association;
* Browse through the list of current members to get information
about their schools, graduation year and e-mail address;
* Get information about funding MBA studies for citizens of the
FSU (Edmund Muskie Fellowship, EBRD Loan Program, etc.);
* Access news and other Russia-related Internet material.
The response to the creation of the Russian MBA Association has
been strong and consistent. Currently, there are about 30 members
of the Association and several registration forms are received
per week. This response confirmed the need for this organization
and encouraged expansion aimed at bringing this virtual community
closer together, promoting the Association and coordinating its
external relationships.
Until now the Association has been maintained by the volunteer
efforts of an MBA student. Some important aspects that would
enhance the publicity and the effectiveness of the Association
were never carried out due to lack of consistent support. In
particular, promotion of the organization in the business commun-
ity and the solicitation of job postings from various companies
doing business in the FSU require a full-time commitment. The
initial idea of publishing a regular electronic newsletter con-
taining job opportunities and other news of interest for business
students, has not yet been fully realized.. To ensure the con-
tinuing existence and development of the Russian MBA Association,
its founder, encouraged by MBA students and graduate's response,
is now in the process of obtaining funding from interested spon-
sors. The funds obtained would be used to hire a permanent
employee responsible for maintaining the WWW site, communicating
with American and Russian business community in order to share
information and job opportunities with the Association members
and publishing the newsletter. Possible sponsors include, but
are not limited to, companies doing business in the FSU interest-
ed in reaching business-educated professionals, employment agen-
cies and non-profit organizations supporting market reforms and
education in the FSU. The benefits of sponsorship include access
to a resume database, targeted mailing (by country of citizen-
ship, university, previous experience, etc.) and promotion though
WWW (company logo, links, etc.).
If you are interested in becoming a partner of the Russian MBA
Association, or if you would like to post a position, please
contact:
Vladimir Ashurkov
1738 Pine Street, Apt. 3A
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Tel: (215) 546-5053
E-mail: ASHURK83@WHARTON.UPENN.EDU
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Sender: RON SCHECHTER (shechter@www-mail.huji.ac.il) (by way of
Subject: Terrible morning in Jerusalem /from Ron Schechter
February 25, 1996
Dear friends,
Something terrible happened just three hours ago here in Jerusalem.
At 6.45 a.m. a bus full of the people who were on the way to their jobs
/today is the first working day on the week in Israel/, was explosed by
an arab terrorist quite near to the central bus station /which is in the
most center of Jerusalem/. More than 20 people died and around 70 were
wounded, about 25 are in the terminal situation. Obviously the terrorist
came up to the central door of the bus, because what we are getting from
the radio now - the bus was crushed and separated by the explosion into
two parts, the roof of it and the bodies of the people just flew out from
the bus. Some vehicles which were standing on the traffic lights near the bus
were also damaged. Half an hour after it happened in Jerusalem, another
terrorist act happened in the city of Ashkelon, which is about one hour
drive from Jerusalem to the south-west of the country. Two people died and
more than 20 wounded, 12 of them - terminally. According to Israeli security
service's sources - there is a connection between this two awful acts.
All country just shocked. No words to express our feelings. In the peaceful
time so many jews just found their death from the hands of terrorists.
We still don't know the names of the died people. Almost all hospitals
here in Jerusalem are surviving the lives of the wounded people and trying
to identify the people who died. We don't know whether there were
children in this bus or not, but it was crowed by the people who were in
a hurry to their jobs......
I'll try to provide you with a new information as soon as we can get it.
Sincerely yours,
Ron Schechter
P.S. If anyone wants to respond my e-mail address is :
shechter@www-mail.huji.ac.il
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