13th Annual International Fest
Events include the sharing of customs, traditional dress, food, music and dancing
BUFFALO, NY – Canisius College will celebrate the ethnic diversity of various cultures during its 13th annual International Fest, to be held February 25 – March 1. Sponsored by the Office of International Student Programs, International Fest events include the sharing of customs, traditional dress, food, music and dancing.
Cultural Night on Tuesday, February 26 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. on the second floor of the Richard E. Winter ’42 Student Center will feature an international bazaar, cultural demonstrations and international desserts and coffees. Admission is free.
International Fest will conclude on Friday, March 1 with Festival Night, which will be hosted by Pat Breen, Channel 2’s Day Break meteorologist. Festival Night begins at 5:00 p.m. in the Peter Gust Economou Dining Hall in the Richard E. Winter ’42 Student Center with an international buffet, ethnic entertainment, an international fashion show and music. Admission for students is $6.00 pre-sale; $7.00 at the door. Admission for adults is $8.00 pre-sale; $9.00 at the door. Admission for children ages 12 and under is $3.00.
For more information on the events included in International Fest, contact the Office of International Student Programs at 716-888-2784.
Canisius College is one of 28 Jesuit Colleges in the nation and the premier private college in Western New York. Canisius prepares leaders – intelligent, caring, faithful individuals – able to pursue and promote excellence in their professions, communities and service to humanity.