100 Years of Thought, Enlightenment, Values
This official video shows in summary an event of a substantial substance. We had come up with a concept and put this event together in less than two weeks. The Great Lawn of ADA University was beautifully decorated. Most importantly, it was filled with pride, dignity, dreams and inspirations. President Ilham Aliyev and First Vice President Mehriban Aliyeva attended. The President was also a commencement speaker. I dressed up in a national costume in trend 100 years ago, sat in one corner and watched ideas and dreams showcase on stage.
ADA University will succeed, because its foundation is made of solid values, it has discovered a thought of historical significance and built something of enlightenment.
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