A new sense of place — UI commemorates Native American tribes with a flag dedication ceremony
The sounds of drums, voices and bells resonated against the walls of the Bruce Pitman Center Friday for the Tribal Flag Dedication Ceremony.
Tag: culture
Eat, dance, learn — Annual event showcases food, song and dance from different regions in Africa
Dami Olapa came to the University of Idaho two years ago from Nigeria, and said she still learns new things about Africa during Africa Night.
The fluidity of culture — Cultural appropriation can and should be used positively
A few years ago, it was rare to find anyone who discussed the term “cultural appropriation” outside of the academic world. Now, the often negatively interpreted phrase is seen on […]
Couture for different cultures – Fashion differs across cultures, but it”s more of an art form in France
Every culture has their own unique way to dress. In India, people wear wrapped Saris and bindis on their forehead, while in Japan, the street fashion is more extreme, colorful […]
“An extension of you” – Moscow community discusses the culture of African-American hair
Raised by two adoptive white mothers, University of Idaho sophomore Jessy Forsmo-Shadid found a hairdresser who best fit her needs when she was just eight years old. “She”s like my […]
A concert full of culture – UI”s Auditorium Chamber Music Series hosts string quartet concert
The Auditorium Chamber Music Series began with the dream to make high-quality chamber music available to the University of Idaho and has since developed into a concert series that is […]
Open opportunities
College assistance program gets $420,000 Since 1999, with Yolanda Bisbee as the director, the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) has been giving students from an agricultural background an opportunity to […]
A night of Indian culture
Indian Students’ Association to showcase Indian culture To celebrate and showcase Indian culture, the University of Idaho Indian Students’ Association (ISA) will hold India Night at 5 p.m. Friday in […]
Cross-cultural carnival
UI student brings the Carnival of Brazil to campus University of Idaho senior Brandon Hurt is collaborating with the UI Brazilian Club to host an event inspired by the annual […]
A showcase for the people
Shades of Black event draws large crowd More than 700 people crowded into the Bruce Pitman Center International Ballroom Saturday night to watch dance and vocal performances in the 12th […]