Art becomes memory and hope in the eighth edition of “The Last Supper”

A night marked by art, reflection, and hope was experienced on August 6th with the inauguration of the eighth edition of “The Last Supper,” an artistic-cultural proposal that brought together prominent artists in the ICDA Exhibition Hall.

The evening became a space to celebrate artistic creation and, at the same time, to generate reflection around universal values such as love, unity, and hope.

Through the various proposals presented, “The Last Supper” reaffirms its purpose of connecting art with memory and emotions, inviting the public to contemplate and find new meanings in each work.

The eighth edition featured the participation of distinguished artists, collaborators, and guests, who contributed to making this cultural experience possible.

With this new edition, “The Last Supper” continues to establish itself as a gathering where art transcends the visual to become a message of encounter, reflection, and hope.

A Summer Full of Art at the Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture Camp

The Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture Camp became this summer a space where creativity knew no limits. The young artists were able to experiment, discover new forms of expression, and above all, enjoy the process of creating.

Throughout the camp, the participants worked with different techniques and materials, testing their imagination to transform their ideas into drawings, paintings, and sculptures. Each piece was an opportunity to learn something new and express their own vision of the world.

Beyond the artistic creations, the camp left many moments of fun, companionship, and learning. The smiles and enthusiasm of the participants accompanied each day, turning the summer into an experience to remember.

With an artistic summer full of color and creativity, the camp says goodbye until next year, when brushes, pencils, and materials will once again become tools to imagine and create.

See you next summer to keep creating together!

Verano Cómics closes a summer full of creativity, adventures and friendship

During the camp, teenagers enjoyed a different kind of summer, sharing activities, discovering new skills, and building bonds of friendship. Every day was accompanied by enthusiasm, imagination, and many special moments.

Throughout the activities, participants developed their own stories, shaping characters and settings, and learning how to tell tales through panels. Each comic reflected the personality and imagination of its creators, resulting in very different and original works.

Verano Comics thus closes a season full of stories, adventures, and new friends, with the satisfaction of having turned the summer into a space to imagine, create, and tell stories.

See you next summer with many more stories to tell!

Yes, Chef! World Cooks” Camp takes youth on an international culinary journey

The “Yes, Chef! World Cooks” camp hosted an educational and culinary experience during its morning and afternoon sessions, where young participants had the opportunity to explore different cultures through cooking.

During the camp sessions, the young chefs put on their chef hats to embark on a journey through various culinary destinations, discovering the flavors, ingredients, preparation techniques, and culinary traditions of Mexico, Italy, Spain, the United States, the Dominican Republic, and Asia.

Each class combined learning and fun, allowing participants to develop their culinary skills while uncovering the rich culture behind every cuisine.

In addition to learning new recipes and techniques, the youth strengthened values such as teamwork, creativity, discipline, and cultural exchange—turning each day into a hands-on learning opportunity.

“Yes, Chef! World Cooks” demonstrates that cooking can also be a fun way to learn, create, and experience other cultures.

U.S. Embassy celebrates the 80th anniversary of the Fulbright Program

The Embassy of the United States in the Dominican Republic, in collaboration with the Instituto Cultural Domínico Americano (ICDA), commemorated the 80th anniversary of the Fulbright Program with a special event that brought together alumni, academic leaders, and representatives from the public and private educational sectors to celebrate the impact of one of the world’s most prestigious educational exchange initiatives. The activity was also part of the Freedom 250 commemoration—celebrating 250 years of United States independence—highlighting the role that education, knowledge exchange, and international cooperation have played in projecting American culture and leadership for two and a half centuries.

For eight decades, Fulbright has strengthened ties between the United States and more than 160 countries, offering opportunities for students, researchers, professors, and professionals to develop academic and scientific projects that generate lasting benefits for their communities and foster international cooperation.

In the Dominican Republic, the Fulbright Program has contributed significantly to the training of professionals and leaders in fields such as higher education, public health, engineering, social sciences, the arts, and scientific research. More than 600 Dominicans have participated in the program through the Fulbright-MESCYT agreement, a strategic partnership between the U.S. Department of State and the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology (MESCYT) through which the Ministry sponsors eight additional students each year to pursue postgraduate studies at U.S. universities. This expands Dominican students’ access to institutions of academic excellence and reflects the shared commitment of both governments to developing highly skilled human capital.

Throughout its history, more than 400,000 people worldwide have participated in the Fulbright Program, establishing it as the U.S. Government’s flagship international academic exchange program. Its alumni include more than 40 heads of state and government, approximately 60 Nobel laureates, numerous Pulitzer Prize winners, as well as prominent scientists, diplomats, entrepreneurs, artists, writers, and social leaders who have transformed institutions and societies around the globe.

As part of the event, a panel discussion was held featuring prominent Fulbright alumni whose careers reflect the transformative impact of the program across various sectors. Participants included Dr. Erik Pérez Vega, rector of Universidad APEC (UNAPEC), who shared his experience in strengthening Dominican higher education, and Ashley Morales, a geotechnical engineer and incoming vice president of the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (EERI), representing a new generation of professionals leading advancements in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

The panel also featured Alison Grausam, program officer for Western Hemisphere Fulbright programs at the U.S. Department of State, who highlighted the program’s role as a strategic tool for strengthening academic cooperation and promoting American educational excellence.

The commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Fulbright Program takes on special meaning as it coincides with Freedom 250; both milestones reflect a shared vision: an ongoing commitment to freedom, innovation, leadership, public service, and the exchange of ideas as drivers of progress and international cooperation.

More than just a scholarship program, Fulbright represents an investment in people and their capacity to generate knowledge, build bridges between cultures, and develop solutions to common challenges. For eight decades, it has demonstrated that education and mutual understanding are essential tools for strengthening international relations and building more prosperous, resilient, and secure societies.