Students explore Pacific culture

Aloha!

Chadron State College students, faculty, and members of the community enjoyed authentic Hawaiian/American Samoan style entertainment as well as food that complemented the occasion Thursday evening.

Around 200 people gathered in the Student Center to enjoy the Hawaiian dinner and entertainment.

Hayden Jones 19, freshmen of Cheyenne, Wyo. said “As soon as I walked in the doors it felt as if I was really in Hawaii!”

The rooms were decorated with grass skirts, flowers, huts, and palm trees. The room temperature was warm which made the room feel tropical as though everyone were in Hawaii.

Those who attended enjoyed spinach salad, pork, chicken, sticky rice, sweet potatoes, fish, and fruit.

Entertainment was led by Ottely Wright who introduced all performers, while getting audience members involved.

Performances included solo and group hula-dancing, as well as a stick dance.

Sarah Polak, director of the Sandoz Center, said “I hope this event brings the Chadron State College community together. With a fun event and good food, people always have a good time.”

The purpose of this event was to bring awareness to Asian and Pacific cultures, through traditional food and dances of the culture.

The event was hosted by Chadron State College President Dr. Janie Park, CAB, Diversity Committee-Asian/Pacific Island, the Print Shop, and the Conferencing Office here on campus.