The 3rd Annual International Cultural Show

            Trinity College Washington’s Room was on fire on Thursday night. Not literally, because that wouldn't be something to brag about, but figuratively. The 3^rd Annual International Culture Show brought together students who danced, recited poetry, sang and otherwise showed off their talents while representing their countries. It was an event full of energy and one that definitely highlighted the international student body on campus. It’s an event that we will all remember for a long time! I was invited to recite a poem in Swahili, which at first posed a challenge since I had to memorize it. In high school, I recited poetry but it was English and I had plenty of time to prepare. Using the tricks I had learned, I was able to learn the Swahili poem in time and perform it during the poetry section. There was a student who sang in Arabic; another who recited a poem in Albanian, another in Turkish and the last one recited his in Urdu. There was dancing representing different parts of the world from Bollywood dancing, Belly dancing, dancing to Korean pop music and the Latin Dance Club. Shondaa Steppers opened up the show with lots of energy. There was even a mini-fashion show featuring clothing and dress from parts of Africa. Overall, there were fourteen different acts and each one brought something new and exciting to the show.

            Sometimes you go to events and you wonder why you went in the first place and other times you go and get something meaningful out of it. Attending the International Cultural Show was a great decision because I couldn't be more proud of all the hard work students put into the show to make it a success!