(Correction to last issue: Worldfest is coordinated solely by the RWC Office of Multicultural Affairs, under the direction of Helen Kegler.)
Here’s your schedule of events at RWC for Worldfest 2007:Friday, April 27
(More) Faces of RWC, 12-1 p.m., Muntz Lobby, Digital Images of RWC students, faculty, and staff, reflecting the RWC family of cultures. Snacks.
Monday, April 30
Worldfest 2007 Kickoff! 12-1:30 p.m., Courtyard, Commons, SAHB
Welcome, World Flag Display, Worldfest Kickoff Reception, Music of the World
Peace Conference: 12-1:30 p.m., SAHB 100, “Understanding Hate, Terrorism, Religious Extremism,” Ms. Shakila Ahmad and Dr, Saba Chughtai, Co-Presenters; Co-Founders, Muslim Mothers Against Violence (MMAV); Dr. Steve Sunderland and Dr. Grace Auyang, Facilitators
Worldfest Evening kickoff, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Muntz Lobby, Becchana Steel Band, Trivia Game & Prizes, Reception; Student Life, Sponsor
Tuesday, May 1
Focus On India, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Muntz Lobby
Native Indian jewelry, garments, art, Indian food samples, Cultural Music, Cultural Video, Information
“How to Wear a Sari” Workshop, 12:30-1 p.m.
Dr. Soma Sanyal, Adjunt Biology Professor & Anupama (Ranjoo) Shanbhag,OIT Analyst/Supervisor, Sponsors
Wednesday, May 2
Diversity Fair, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Courtyard and Commons
Booths: 11-1:30 p.m.
Multicultural Council: Cultural Cuisine, Cultural Items, Cultural Recipe, Calendars
Cultural Diversity Committee: Cultural Diversity Games, Prizes
Montague’s Grilled Hamburgers and Snack Combo
First Book: Information, Salad Bar
RWC Study Abroad Programs: Information
Akwaaba: Information, Southern-Style Desserts
International Student Group: Membership Information, Indian Cuisine
Parent Support Group: Information, Membership forms, Pop
Pathways: Raffle & Merchandise
Book Signing: KEMY (RWC student), Author of “Betrayal Of the Past”
Shirley’s Freedom Fund: Macaroni & Cheese, Metts, Shirley Sewell, Sponsor
Magic Magnets Poetry Booth: Poetry Creations
Red Cross Club: Information & Auction
Partners In Justice: “Cultural Links,” Photos and Games
Performers: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Courtyard
Anthony Malone, Assoc. Professor of Math: A Tribute to Oliver Nelson, A Dream Deferred Saxophone & CD, 11 a.m.
Mike Roos, Professor of English & Communications, Original Songs, vocals, banjo & guitar, 11:30 a.m.
Dr. Frank Wray, Assoc. Professor of Biological Sciences, Salsa Dance Demonstration, 12 p.m.
“Jammin” John Kraimer, Director of Disability Services, Keyboard/Synthesizer, 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 3
Reading Across Cultures 11:30-1:30, p.m. Muntz Lobby, Prose & Poerty authored by writers from diverse cultures; Readers: Faculty, Students, Staff; Trivia Questions, Prizes, & Ethnic Desserts; Dr. Rita Kumar, Associate Professor of English & Communications
Culturelogue: Taiwan, 1 p.m., Muntz 349B, Information, Cultural snacks, artifact display, Hung Koo, Foreign Language Lab Coordinator, Presenter; Foreign Language Department, Sponsor
Friday, May 4
Grand Finale! 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Commons and Courtyard, Courtyard Cookout, Basketball Hoop & Volleyball Free play, PANN Entertainment, All Star Band
Multicultural Bites: Tapas, Hor d’oeurves, Imbisse, 12-2 p.m., Muntz 349B, Foreign Language Classes, Preparers; Foreign Language Department, Sponsor