Douglas College is hosting an information session on the history and culture of Syria next Thursday at its Coquitlam campus.
The event will see college instructors with knowledge of the war-torn country and representatives of the Syrian Canadian Council of BC discuss the country's geography, history, ethnic diversity and recent events.
It comes as Tri-City residents have been opening their homes and hearts to Syrian refugees and local schools have been enrolling dozens of students from families who left Syria because of ongoing violence.
Among the presenters will be political science instructor Shaun Tyakoff and sociology instructor Siobhan Ashe, with geography instructor Mike McPhee and Sarah Paynter moderating the session. As well, students from the college's Hospitality Management program have put together a display that highlights Syrian youth.
The event will take place on the third floor boardroom at the David Lam campus from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Refreshments will be available by donation. The event is free and open to everyone but space is limited so registration should be made in advance at www.eventbrite.ca (search: Syria: Land of Diversity).
