Well, I might have gone to few of this programs (may be 2 at most except those in university days) and they are exactly like some of you explained. I was frustrated by those 'bhasans' in Maha jodi program this year. However, they are not to be avoided but rather improved. As communities are growing this sorts of program makes people meet and make friends. I am not much concerned about those who know everything in US but those who have limited language ability, children, amma and bua's who would enjoy meeting people and see changing Nepali society. Also, individuals coming from various walks of life who do not have friends like those of students.