WABI covers 29th annual Culturefest
WABI (Channel 5) reported on the 29th annual Culturefest held at the University of Maine New Balance Student Recreation Center. The family-friendly event is hosted by the Office of International Programs and International Student Association. About 50 countries were represented at the event that featured cultural exhibits, food, children’s activities, a style show and performances. “We have around 450 international students on campus as well as many, many other multicultural groups and students, and it’s really their moment to shine; dress in their traditional clothing, eating their food and just really sharing it with the community,” said Sarah Joughin, assistant director of the Office of International Programs.