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International Festival 2022
WCU Global is excited to welcome you to the 41st annual International Festival on the campus of Western Carolina University. This unique opportunity highlights The World in Cullowhee. This April, discover where international and local cultures meet in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina.
The International Festival and all related events will be located at the center of campus on the University Center Lawn and around the Catafount. This is a Degree Plus event.
Live Performances
| Performance | Time |
|---|---|
|
World Flag Parade Welcome from Chancellor Kelli Brown |
noon - 12:30pm |
| Calligraphic Power a presentation of the WCU Japanese Program |
12:30pm - 1:00pm |
| MBA (Música Brasileira de Asheville) | 1:00pm - 1:30pm |
| South Asian and Appalachian Music De Silvas in Sylva |
1:30pm - 2:15pm |
| Mambo Dance Contest (Audience Participation) led by Alyssa Persina |
2:30pm - 2:45pm |
| Saudi Arabian Traditional Dance | 2:45pm - 3:00pm |
Country Booths
The Bahamas
Brazil
England
France
Italy
Japan
The Netherlands
Pakistan
Scotland
Sweden
Turkey
Department Booths and Other Organizations
Campus Dining
CAPS
Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning
Graduate School
ICA
WCU Global
WCU Study Abroad
WCU Cherokee Center
WCU Japanese Program
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Community of Practice
International Friends Campus Ministry
LASO/SLSLC and MCP
Special Thanks
We extend a special thanks to SGA for helping fund the International Festival and Campus Dining for providing ice cream sundaes during this year's event.