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Festivals & Receptions
The Center for International Programs, in collaboration with others, hosts several festivals and social gatherings throughout the year to celebrate the cultures represented in our community and create space for intercultural engagement.
CultureFest
Celebrate diversity. Celebrate You.
Celebrate the many cultures and diverse backgrounds present around campus. This event includes a fantastic schedule of music, dance, and demonstrations, along with diverse cuisine from around the globe.
Sponsored by Office of Multicultural Affairs, Center for International Programs, Dining Services, Center for Student Involvement, Housing and Residence Life, Campus Recreation, Institute of Applied Creativity for Transformation (IACT), Women’s Center, New Student Programs, Office of Diversity and Inclusion and Student Government Association.
"Friends Of" Receptions
“Friends Of" receptions are hosted throughout the fall and spring semester, each with a theme from Latin America, Middle East, Africa or Asia. These informal receptions are hosted in KU Torch Lounge for students, staff and faculty with an interest in or affiliation with these areas of the world.
Sponsored by the Center for International Programs and the Office of Multicultural Affairs
Friends of Latin America
Monday, September 25, 3:30-5:00 p.m., KU Torch Lounge
Friends of Middle East
Tuesday, November 14, 3:30-5:00 p.m., KU Torch Lounge
Friends of Africa
Wednesday, February 21, 3:30-5:00 p.m., KU Torch Lounge
Friends of Asia
Wednesday, April 11, 3:30-5:00 p.m., KU Torch LoungeInternational Festival
See, experience, and taste the world.
Food, performance, culture, and philanthropy come together for one unforgettable evening. Sample the world’s cuisines, take a walk through the international bazaar, watch incredible cultural performances, and see the beautiful clothes and flags of different countries at this enjoyable event. The International Festival is open to the community.
The International Festival 2017 will be held Saturday, November 4, 5:30-8 p.m. at the RecPlex.
Sponsored by the Center for International Programs
Talent Show
Showcasing the diverse talents of our community.
Do you sing, dance, play an instrument, act or have some other unique talent? Join UD’s one and only campus-wide talent show and share your gifts with the world! The Talent Show aims to bring international and multicultural students together. This non-competitive talent show is open to any student. Cross-cultural performance collaborations are encouraged and preferred. Email isss@udayton.edu to sign up to perform!
The 2018 Talent Show will be held Saturday, March 10 at 8:00 p.m. in KU Ballroom.
Sponsored by the Center for International Programs and the Office of Multicultural Affairs.