Charles Darwin University in Australia has appointed well-known Greek artist Nikos Kourkoulis as its first ambassador for its Greek studies program, according to Greek Diaspora newspaper Neos Kosmos.

The artist stated that he would use his appointment to promote the program, including during upcoming music performances to thousands of people across Australia and overseas.

A few months ago, Mr. Kourkoulis moved to Australia with his wife and two children and said both the Greek and wider communities had helped the family feel at home. “I can do something and start something here that I am very passionate about,” he said.

“I can do something and start something here that I am very passionate about.”

As Neos Kosmos reports, Mr. Kourkoulis has rich ties with CDU and has invited students on the CDU Greek In-Country Language Program to visit his Greek home town of Kavala during the program.