Programing
Residents are required to participate in various programs designed specifically for and by the CEC residents and staff. Programs can include cultural nights, potluck dinner, sporting events, trips to local sites, and a variety of other activities to meet the needs and desires of the residents. A Cross-Cultural Orientation is provided to residents at the beginning of each semester as a way to meet other residents and learn more about cultural differences in a safe, comfortable environment. The CEC encourages residents to be active members of their community by coordinating their own cultural program with other residents.
Events from the past include: ·
Chinese Moon Festival Residents and students in Chinese courses celebrate a traditional moon festival with songs, games and moon cakes.
Japanese Tora Matsuri (Tiger Festival)
Japanese Tora Matsuri (Tiger Festival) Japanese residents and Japanese Club organized a Japanese-style school festival. The festival included home made foods, demonstration of traditional method of rice cake making, Japanese crafts and game corners.
Story Teller of Syrian
A Syrian resident and students in Arabic courses hosted a Syrian night to share a rich history, a traditional story telling in Damascus, a famous romantic song, and food from Syria.
