American Corner Debrecen

02/06/2026

Please note that the American Corner will be closed on June 3 (Wednesday) due to off-site activities (AC coordinators' meeting in Budapest).

02/06/2026

✈️ Budapestet és az Egyesült Államokat újra közvetlen repülőjárat köti össze, így minden eddiginél könnyebb lesz felfedezni Amerikát.

És hogy miért ideális érkezési – és kiindulópont – Philadelphia az amerikai utazásokhoz? Megmutatjuk.

✈️ Budapest and the United States are connected again by nonstop flights, making travel across America easier than ever.

And Philadelphia is a particularly appropriate gateway to the United States – why? We’ll show you.

28/05/2026

What does freedom mean today—and how has its meaning evolved over time? ✨

In connection with the 250th anniversary of the United States 🇺🇸, we invite secondary school and university students to explore the idea of liberty through creative expression in any of the following formats:

🎨 drawing, painting, illustration
📸 photo or collage
🖥️ digital art / poster
📖 comic
✍️ poem, slam poetry, short literary text
🎬 short film
🧩 installation or mixed media

📝 Each submitted work should be accompanied by a short description (3–5 sentences) in English, presenting the idea behind the work.

💡 Suggested sub-themes (optional):
• Freedom and responsibility
• Freedom then and now
• Symbols of freedom
• Freedom of expression
• Freedom and technology
• A moment of freedom

🖼️ Selected works will be exhibited at American Corner Debrecen from the week of June 15 until July 10, 2026.

🎤 The opening event will include a short live program (e.g. slam readings, film screenings, guided walkthrough of the exhibition).

🗳️ Visitors will be able to vote for their favorite works on-site during the exhibition. In addition to the audience award, a jury prize will also be awarded for the best submissions.

🏆 Results will be announced at our Independence Day celebration on July 3.

24/05/2026

🇺🇸 English Conversation Club – American Holidays Special 🇺🇸

Join us on May 26 (Tuesday) at 5 pm for a relaxed and engaging conversation about American holidays and traditions!

With Memorial Day as our starting point, we’ll explore how holidays reflect American history, identity, and culture — from remembrance and parades to fireworks and barbecues. We’ll also talk about Independence Day and the upcoming U.S. Semiquincentennial (America’s 250th anniversary in 2026), and what these celebrations mean to Americans today.

Expect lively discussion, cultural insights, and plenty of opportunities to practice your English in a friendly international environment. 🇺🇸🎆

23/05/2026

Are you a motivated young Hungarian (18-25) ready to share your ideas, engage with U.S. diplomats, and help shape programs for young people? AYC members meet regularly with Embassy staff and the Ambassador, contribute to key discussions, and take part in unique events and trainings.

💬 Bring your voice, ideas, and energy – and help shape the future.

👉 Apply now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/cr4ajLbLij

Deadline: June 28, 11:59 PM

More details on our website: https://hu.usembassy.gov/news-youth-council-call-for-applications/

23/05/2026

Are you a motivated young Hungarian (18-25) ready to share your ideas, engage with U.S. diplomats, and help shape programs for young people? AYC members meet regularly with Embassy staff and the Ambassador, contribute to key discussions, and take part in unique events and trainings.

💬 Bring your voice, ideas, and energy – and help shape the future.

👉 Apply now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/cr4ajLbLij

Deadline: June 28, 11:59 PM

More details on our website: https://hu.usembassy.gov/news-youth-council-call-for-applications/

Jelentkezz június 28-ig a 2026–2027-es Nagyköveti Ifjúsági Tanácsba!

18–25 év közötti, motivált fiatal vagy, aki szívesen megosztaná ötleteit, kapcsolatba lépne amerikai diplomatákkal, és aktívan részt szeretne venni a fiatalokat érintő programok alakításában? Az AYC tagjai rendszeresen találkoznak a Nagykövetség munkatársaival és a nagykövettel, bekapcsolódnak fontos beszélgetésekbe, valamint különleges eseményeken és képzéseken vehetnek részt.

💬 Hozd a véleményedet, az ötleteidet és a lendületedet – és segíts alakítani a jövőt!

👉 Jelentkezés: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/cr4ajLbLij
Jelentkezési határidő: június 28., 23:59
További részletek a weboldalunkon: https://hu.usembassy.gov/hu/news-youth-council-call-for-applications/

Apply by June 28 to join the 2026–2027 Ambassador’s Youth Council!

Are you a motivated young Hungarian (18-25) ready to share your ideas, engage with U.S. diplomats, and help shape programs for young people? AYC members meet regularly with Embassy staff and the Ambassador, contribute to key discussions, and take part in unique events and trainings.

💬 Bring your voice, ideas, and energy – and help shape the future.

👉 Apply now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/cr4ajLbLij
Deadline: June 28, 11:59 PM
More details on our website: https://hu.usembassy.gov/news-youth-council-call-for-applications/

22/05/2026

🇺🇸✨ Yesterday we had the pleasure of welcoming Alma Veres, recipient of the prestigious Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship! 🎓🌍

She shared her experiences from the month-long program hosted by Purdue University, where students from across Europe and the United States explored diplomacy 🤝, international relations 🌐, leadership 💡, public speaking 🎤, and intercultural dialogue 🌎 — offering an inspiring glimpse into U.S. exchange opportunities ✈️ and studying in the United States. 🇺🇸✨

📣 The next application cycle for the Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship is expected to open in January 2027 through the website and social media pages of U.S. Embassy Budapest. We will also share the announcement and application details on our pages once they become available! 🗽🎓

🎥 Missed the talk? Watch this short Hungarian-language video with Alma here: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1455141679548801

20/05/2026

Ady Endre High School is one of American Corner Debrecen’s key partner schools, with a strong English-language community: an active debate club (this year’s winning team at DEbate came from there), a drama club participating in English-language theatre festivals, and regular collaboration with the American Corner.

One of the highlights of their year is C-Day: the project day of the English–Hungarian bilingual program (where “C” is the letter code for the bilingual class in each grade). This year’s C-Day featured a joint program with the American Corner, including a presentation on the American West co-hosted with our guest speaker Norbert Walter, who was born in Hungary but grew up in the U.S. in Fort Worth, Texas — famously known as “Where the West begins.”

Thanks to Ady Endre High School for the invitation. We look forward to next year.

20/05/2026

South Dakota 🌾 is often known for its prairies, but it has two very famous caves 🕳️ as well!

👉Have you ever visited a cave? 🧗 What was it like? Tell us about your experience in the comments!

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