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Deans’ email suggests an end to flag lounge

The Hong Kong and Taiwan flags were hung separately from the others, and initially listed on the WCSA website as sub-national entities.  Read More

An inclusive experience with South Asian cultures

Though the weather outside was chilly, the South Asian Expo on Saturday brought some much-needed warmth and support for a variety of South Asian cultures. The event took place under the national flags in the Hirst Lounge, stressing diversity in the UR community. The expo featured live performances, food, and informational booths. “Everyone passing by […]

Water yo-yo and rubber-band guns at JSA’s Omatsuri

Japanese Students’ Association held their annual Omatsuri event, reminiscent of a Japanese summer festival of the same name, in Hirst Lounge. Omatsuri, which translates in English to “festival,” is marked by stands in the streets with games and activities like Shateki, a rubber-band gun target game, and water yo-yo, where participants use string and a […]

Food, games, and poster board at China Expo in Hirst

Mooncakes, calligraphy, and traditional games were among the offerings by stations at the Chinese Students’ Association’s (CSA) annual China Expo, which celebrates and educates about Chinese culture. The expo took place in Hirst Lounge in Wilson Commons on Friday, Sept. 28, from 2 to 5 p.m. The event came three days after Mid-Autumn Festival, a […]