229-333-2157 March 4, 2005
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VSU International Students to Participate in Valdosta-LowndesAzalea Festival
Valdosta State University's international students will
contribute to the Fourth Annual Valdosta-Lowndes County Azalea
Festival, which will be held from March 11 to 13. The festival will
have an international dimension, recognizing the diversity of the
Valdosta community.
Festivities will begin on the front lawn on Friday, March 11, with
the Parade of Nations and International Extravaganza provided by
VSU's international students and faculty.
On Saturday and Sunday, the Azalea Festival will dedicate an entire
area of Drexel Park to the International Village, a site where the
students will represent the nations of the world.
The village will have booths displaying various artifacts and
souvenirs. There will be ethnic dresses, costumes, entertainment,
and food. The program will also feature Asian, African, and Latin
American performances. Collectively, over 30 countries will be
showcased in the International Village and Parade of Nations.
For more information, please contact the Center for International
Programs at (229) 333-7410.
