2009 Press Releases
UCC hosts International Cultures Festival 2009
23.02.2009
UCC hosts International Cultures Week today Monday, February 23rd and tomorrow Tuesday, February 24th 2009. His Excellency Mr Raja A Nazrin, Malaysian Ambassador to Ireland will perform the Official Opening at 1pm in Devere Hall, Áras na Mac Léinn.
23.02.2009
UCC hosts International Cultures Week today Monday, February 23rd and tomorrow Tuesday, February 24th 2009. His Excellency Mr Raja A Nazrin, Malaysian Ambassador to Ireland will perform the Official Opening at 1pm in Devere Hall, Áras na Mac Léinn.
This festival which began as an International Cookery Competition in 2001 is a celebration of the many diverse nationalities and cultures on and off campus at UCC and an opportunity for students to share and showcase their traditions with fellow students, staff and the general public.
The highlights of the festival include the Opening of the Exhibition, the International Food Fair, Lunchtime Live Performances and the many exhibition stands which feature crafts, culture and information on each of the respective participating countries.
At present, there are over 2,000 international students on campus from 95 different countries. These students make up 12% of the student body at UCC.
The festival is a joint venture between Áras na Mac Léinn and the International Education Office, UCC.
Following on from the Festival, the International Education Office will run a seminar titled "Study Abroad Opportunities for UCC Students" on Wednesday, February 25th in Boole 2 commencing at 5pm.
Picture: Malaysian students studying at UCC
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The highlights of the festival include the Opening of the Exhibition, the International Food Fair, Lunchtime Live Performances and the many exhibition stands which feature crafts, culture and information on each of the respective participating countries.
At present, there are over 2,000 international students on campus from 95 different countries. These students make up 12% of the student body at UCC.
The festival is a joint venture between Áras na Mac Léinn and the International Education Office, UCC.
Following on from the Festival, the International Education Office will run a seminar titled "Study Abroad Opportunities for UCC Students" on Wednesday, February 25th in Boole 2 commencing at 5pm.
Picture: Malaysian students studying at UCC
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