Celebrate Global Series: USA Day Tonight

Explore the United States this month at the Holcombe Global Series: USA Day.

The evening starts at 7 p.m. today, Wednesday, Feb. 27, in Holcombe Hall's living room.

There will be interactive state booths to visit as well as performances and samples of famous regional dishes. This is a collaboration between the International Culture Team and University Housing that allows Americans to share their life experiences and diverse culture within the United States.

"I have so much pride for my state and I am honored to have the opportunity to represent the great state of Texas," said freshman presenter Mason Purkis. "Being able to participate in USA Day allows me to share my culture and where I came from with students from other states and other countries."  

There will be representatives from many American states.

"I'm excited for people to learn about the cultural differences between the western lifestyles and the Native Americans within the state," said Oklahoma freshman Jamie Black.

This event is open to all within the university community. Attendees are encouraged to bring friends and engage throughout the evening.

Global Series is an on-going program.

GLOBAL SERIES 2019 SPRING SCHEDULE

  • Feb. 27: USA Day
  • March 13: Germany
  • March 27: Laos
  • April 10: Grenada
  • April 24: Malaysia

About the Holcombe Global Series: The Holcombe Global Series focuses on new countries each month and gives international students at the University of Arkansas the opportunity to showcase their home country. American students are also invited to share their study abroad experiences. The series is presented by International Students and Scholars and University Housing. Follow us on Facebook.

About University Housing: University Housing is a department within the Division of Student Affairs serving a residential community of around 5,700 on-campus students. More than 200 students find employment opportunities with University Housing each year. We offer educational programs that support the success of students and services that help students focus on academics at the University of Arkansas. Living on campus starts with a housing contract.

About the Division of Student Affairs: The Division of Student Affairs supports students in pursuing knowledge, earning a degree, finding meaningful careers, exploring diversity, and connecting with the global community. We provide students with housing, dining, health care resources, and create innovative programs that educate and inspire. We enhance the University of Arkansas experience and help students succeed, one student at a time.

Contacts

Tess Constant, graduate assistant
University Housing
479-575-3951, constant@uark.edu

Christopher Spencer, assistant director of strategic communications
University Housing
479-575-5084, cjspence@uark.edu

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