Culturefest 2011 International Student Showcase October 29
The University of Maine will hold its 24th annual Culturefest Saturday, Oct. 29, a festival of cultural exhibits, traditional singing, dancing, clothing and cuisine from around the world presented by UMaine’s international students.
Held annually in the UMaine Field House from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Culturefest features cultural exhibits, an international food court, international style show and cultural performances throughout the day. The festival typically attracts more than 1,200 visitors from campus and from communities across Maine. It is sponsored by the UMaine Office of International Programs and provides UMaine’s international students a showcase for their talents and traditions from as many as 70 countries and cultures from around the world.
Culturefest is free and open to the public. Members of the UMaine International Student Association will serve traditional homeland cuisine in the food court area from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. for a small donation. A talent show, a fashion style show, from 2:30-3:30 p.m., show and information tables with maps, flags and cultural items are part of the day’s events. From 11 a.m.-1 p.m., children’s activities are scheduled.
According to the Office of International Programs, Culturefest is a unique opportunity to meet with hundreds of international students eager to discuss cultures and customs from their home communities in Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East. It is the largest event of its kind in the state.
More information about Culturefest and the Office of International Programs is available by calling (207) 581-2905 or visiting the Culturefest web page.
Supporters of the event include the Office of International Programs, International Student Association, Cultural Affairs/Distinguished Lecture Series, Student Government, Division of Student Affairs, Residents on Campus and Iota Nu Kappa.
Contacts: Sarah Joughin, (207) 581-3423