The FIUTS blog is updated several times a week with stories and news from the FIUTS community of students, hosts, staff, alumni, and more.
Diana Gao has performed at some of the top concert halls in China, and you can see her on Saturday at CulturalFest! Diana Gao is one of twelve acts that the audience at the 2014 CulturalFest Performance Showcase will have the opportunity to enjoy…
Read MoreYou may think you know France, but read this blog (and come to the International Expo) and take another look! Visiting the CulturalFest International Expo on February 7 is a way to travel the world in just one day - and to do it for free! The Expo features booths led by University of Washington international students from all over the world who are eager to teach others about their home communities and cultures…
Read MoreThere's so much to learn about India, and the members of the India booth at the CulturalFest International Expo are ready to share their perspectives. Visiting the CulturalFest International Expo on February 7 is a way to travel the world in just one day - and to do it for free! The Expo features booths led by University of Washington international students from all over the world who are eager to teach others about their home communities and cultures…
Read MoreA CulturalFest favorite will return to the Meany Hall stage on Saturday with new dances to perform! Grupo Violeta Parra is one of twelve acts performing at the CulturalFest Performance Showcase on February 8 at Meany Hall. Learn more about CulturalFest - we hope to see you there! …
Read MoreParticipating at CulturalFest for the first time, this talented group will take the stage with their unique Bollywood dance performance!The UW Kahaani is one of twelve acts performing at the CulturalFest Performance Showcase on February 8 at Meany Hall. Learn more about CulturalFest - we hope to see you there! …
Read MoreThe winners of January's FIUTS Photo Contest! Every month this year, we'll be announcing a theme for a photo contest open to all members of the FIUTS community around the world - students, alumni, hosts, volunteers, former staff, partners, and friends. The photo contest is an opportunity for you to share your artistic views of the world around you, no matter where you are…
Read MoreAn interview with Ana-Maria, the leader of the Bulgaria booth at the upcoming CulturalFest International Expo. Visiting the CulturalFest International Expo on February 7 is a way to travel the world in just one day - and to do it for free! The Expo features booths led by University of Washington international students from all over the world who are eager to teach others about their home communities and cultures…
Read MoreThe FIUTS Explore the World program connects international students with a local after-school program. By Meredith Stilwell, FIUTS Education Programs Assistant…
Read MoreTwo local taiko drumming groups will collaborate for a not-to-be-missed performance at CulturalFest! For the second year, the spectacular art of Japanese taiko drumming will be part of the CulturalFest Performance Showcase - and for the first time, the act will be a collaboration between two local performers: Kaze Daiko, a performing taiko group for youth and young adults, and Taiko Kai, a newly formed University of Washington student-led group…
Read MoreMeet Brenda and Bruce, who have been hosting new FIUTS students for 30 years! For this month's entry in the host profile series, here's an interview with Bruce and Brenda, who have been hosting FIUTS students for about three decades! …
Read MoreLearn about one of our first-time CulturalFest performers! Guest Post by Kelsi Cunniff…
Read MoreThey'll be performing Raas, a traditional Indian folk dance, at the CulturalFest Performance Showcase. UW DangeRaas Dawgs is one of twelve acts at the upcoming CulturalFest Performance Showcase (Saturday, February 8, 7:30 PM at Meany Hall). Read on to learn more about who they are and what their performance is about! …
Read MoreThis incredible Iranian American solo vocal performer will be the opening act at the CulturalFest Performance Showcase. Guest Post by Denná Good-Mojab…
Read MoreA post from facilitator Julianne about the recent weekend FIUTS trip to Leavenworth. Guest post by Julianne Sloane…
Read MoreMinhtu Nguyen, a member of the FIUTS Student Board and co-chair of the CulturalFest Booth Committee, shares her CulturalFest experience. Guest post by Minhtu Nguyen…
Read MoreStudents enjoyed lots of fun and excitement at the recent Husky Men's Basketball game against Oregon. Guest post by Todd Lien, FIUTS facilitator…
Read MoreAn interview with Yili Chen, the leader of the China booth at the upcoming CulturalFest International Expo. Visiting the CulturalFest International Expo on February 7 is a way to travel the world in just one day - and to do it for free! The Expo features booths led by University of Washington international students from all over the world who are eager to teach others about their home communities and cultures…
Read MoreFIUTS students from around the world collaborated on four different volunteer projects on MLK Day. Guest post by Michael Carrizosa…
Read MoreAn interview with David, the leader of the Cambodia booth at the upcoming CulturalFest International Expo. Visiting the CulturalFest International Expo on February 7 is a way to travel the world in just one day - and to do it for free! The Expo features booths led by University of Washington international students from all over the world who are eager to teach others about their home communities and cultures…
Read MoreFacilitator Juliet writes about the recent FIUTS trip to the Ballard Farmers Market. Guest Post by Le (Juliet) Huang…
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