14 Nov 2024, Thursday

American Corner

American Corner Biratnagar

The American Corner Biratnagar provides information that will assist in building a better society through democracy, peace, and prosperity.

Introduction

American Corner Biratnagar was established in partnership and close cooperation between The U.S.Embassy Kathmandu and Chamber of Industries, Morang, in September 2003, the American Corner Biratnagar was launched in 8th February 2004. The American Corner shares the story of the United States and help individuals expand their general knowledge, skills and understand American society, culture and values. An important mission of American Corners is to build bridges of understanding between people of the United States of America and Nepal.

Objectives

The Objectives of the Corners are to provide library facilities and free information to the students, Professionals and the general public about the United States through books, magazines, CD-ROMs, and complimentary access to the Internet.

Membership
  • For students Rs. 300
  • For Teachers/ Scholars & researchers Rs 500
  • For Business Persons & others Rs. 500
  • For Institutional Rs.1000
  • 2 auto size photographs

Proof of identity (preferably CC) Submission of complete application form Annual membership fee

Services

The Corner provides information about the United States, including topics of its people, culture, History, Political and supports those learning the English language or preparing for TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, and SAT examinations through: Books, and also has OPAC Library world, E-library facilities .

The Corner also host a wide variety of events: such as cultural programs and guest lectures from U.S. Embassy officials, Fulbright scholars, and others, film and video showings, poetry readings, conversational hours, Readers Club, children’s story hours, and many other activities.

The following services are provided to patrons and members:

  • Photocopying of AC materials (Rs. 2 per page and Rs. 3 for both sides)
  • Bridge to American Educational advising services for prompt answers on questions about studying in the USA.
  • Availing information as per the request of the readers (charge will be there) AND MANY MORE!

 

Contact Information

Ms. Ashu Chauhan
Program Coordinator
American Corner Biratanagar
Chamber of Industries Morang (CIM)
Shahid Marg, Tinpaine
Tel: 021-515712, 577646
E-mail: americancornerbiratnagar@gmail.com
Facebook: American Corner Biratnagar

Opening Hours

Sunday – Friday: 10:00am– 5:00pm

Saturday will be Closed.