International Club Welcomes Everyone
PVCC’s International Club hosted its annual potluck party on Oct. 18 at 5 p.m. in the main building. Members of the International Club gathered in the Bolick Student Center to share traditional dishes. Tables were covered with cuisines from all over the world. Best of all, the dishes were all homemade and free.
According to PVCC’s website on the International Club page, their mission is to cherish the values and differences that everyone at PVCC has to offer. It provides ways for international and native students to learn about various cultures and traditions.
International Club’s potluck had many dishes from countries such as Afghanistan, Turkey, Nepal, Georgia, China, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico. Chinese members brought dumplings and spicy seaweed snacks. They also served spicy Napli noodles, beef curry, Afghanistan rice, and baklava. The event lasted for longer than two hours. Members and attendees listened to music from all over the world, danced, and played Twister.
Aleena Haidari, the vice president of International Club, said that she hopes more students participate and join meetings. International club will host a hiking event on Nov. 2.
“It’s a way to bond and connect with our members and get to know each other on a personal level. We’re also going to host yoga during the final exam week to help students relax and de-stress,” Haidari said.
International Club meetings usually hold presentations, activities, and food. Their most recent meeting consisted of a presentation about Diwali while enjoying free pizza and drinks. In the future, International Club will be celebrating Holi (festival of colors), food festival, and Culture Day.
“I’m in the club because it is fun and exciting to learn new things about others and their cultures,” Haidari said. International club brings students from all over together and provides them the opportunity to showcase their culture and tradition without fear of any backlash or judgment.
“Everyone is welcome to join us. We meet once a month on Wednesday, room 161, from 12 p.m.- 1 p.m,” Haidari said.
