On Tuesday, March 28, 2023, Public Affairs Officer at the US Embassy in Beirut, Ms. Melissa O’Shaughnessy had an encounter with a group of Haigazian University students, majoring in Social Work, Psychology and Political Science.
O’Shaughnessy, who prior to her ten-year career in public diplomacy, was a social worker, shared with the students her rich journey and vast assignments in the field, putting particular emphasis on the core concepts and fundamental practices of social work. She generously provided the students with tips and advice in response to their concerns and queries.
Ms. O’Shaughnessy was accompanied with the Public Engagement Specialist of the Embassy, Mr. Elie Ferneiny, who in his turn introduced the Fulbright Program 2024-2025 encouraging students to apply.