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Durham Global Week
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World Fest

Canadian, Hispanic, Chinese, Thai, Czech, Slovak, Swiss...World Fest will showcase all these countries / cultures and more in a celebration of the diversity at Durham University.

University students, staff and members of the local community are welcome to attend what promises to be a very enjoyable afternoon to learn about different cultures and countries, sample cuisines from around the globe, and take part in a wide range of activities / workshops. Drop in to the Students' Union on Sunday 5 March between 2-6pm.
Celebrate World Fest with us

This student-run Durham Global Week Signature Event will bring together students, staff and the local community to celebrate the international and cultural diversity at the University. World Fest will feature a range of student societies and groups representing their cultures at various stalls, as well as interactive sessions, such as dance lessons.

Who's behind World Fest?

World Fest is co-hosted by the Durham University International Students' Association (ISA) and Durham University Student Volunteering and Outreach (DUSVO). Find out more about their current initiatives by exploring their social media platforms:

  • Why not run an interactive session / workshop?

    Do you know how to ceilidh, salsa or even foxtrot? Perhaps demonstrating martial arts is your thing? Or maybe you could show participants how to create crafts using special techniques? Express your interest and help make World Fest a day to remember.

  • Host a stall and represent your culture / country

    Help showcase the cultural diversity at Durham University by running a stall. Chat to visitors about what makes your country / culture distinctive and share international experiences. Register your interest now.

Why not run an interactive session / workshop?

Do you know how to ceilidh, salsa or even foxtrot? Perhaps demonstrating martial arts is your thing? Or maybe you could show participants how to create crafts using special techniques? Express your interest and help make World Fest a day to remember.

Host a stall and represent your culture / country

Help showcase the cultural diversity at Durham University by running a stall. Chat to visitors about what makes your country / culture distinctive and share international experiences. Register your interest now.
Do you have other World Fest ideas? Let us know!

About Durham University International Students' Association

The Durham University International Students’ Association (ISA) represents over 4,500 students from around the world. Their aim is to bring people together through the celebration of different cultural events such as Thanksgiving, Diwali and Lunar New Year and provide a supportive environment for students to exchange ideas and learn about different cultures and languages. Alongside organising and hosting a variety of events, the ISA also runs a mentoring scheme which pairs incoming international students with current students from similar backgrounds, helping students integrate into University life and form new friendships. The ISA also liaises with University staff and Durham Students’ Union to ensure the unique needs of international students are considered and accommodated for. Ultimately, the ISA seeks to create a sense of community for all students, no matter what background, and create a space to celebrate and appreciate the diversity we have at Durham University!