doctorbee
Jul 7, 2009 9:42 AM
A few things about the ANA Convention:
Playing of the American National Anthem before Nepalese National Anthem
Out
of respect of the host country, which, in this case, is the United
States, the Star Spangled Banner must be played. This was a very good
decision by the organizers and it follows international protocols
Forums
As expected, forums started later than usual.
The
quality of the forums was a lot better this year, because of the solid
contents. The intelligent community in California did a very good job
bringing different perspectives and initiating a knowledge base for the
Nepalese community.
Overall: B
Cultural Program
Very well organized compared to other years
धेरै लामो भयो। Enough said.
Overall: C+ (Better than last year)
DJ Nights
Music
was fine. A regular DJ night, as expected. There needs to be a better
protocol in terms of ending the DJ night, because there seems to always be dissatisfaction
What's up with the fights? We Nepali people love our दगां फसाद , but this is ridiculous.
Overall: C+
Fashion Show
Best organized program of the convention, two years in a row.
I
was thoroughly disappointed this year, however, with the awkward
moments during the show itself. The folks did an excellent job, but
there seemed to be a slightly uncomfortable feeling in the contestants,
which could have been avoided if there were more rehearsals.
Overall: B+
Concert
Did not attend because of the crowd
Sports
Communications about sports results could have been done better
Overall: C
Venue
EXCELLENT! It was very convenient to get to
It
would have been even more excellent if they could have gotten soccer
and basketball venues that were close to the BART, but one can't get
everything
Overall: A
Security
It was good that the security personnel didn't seem unwelcoming
Overall: B+
Overall, I give this convention a B
Best of luck next year, Boston!
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