On Nov. 21, International Student Cub (ISC) held International Educational Week (IEW) in the student union quad. ISC has held International Educational Week for the last couple of years in order to “educate students of the diverse cultures in DVC and to help different international students express themselves,” according to Lee Tsung Hsun, president of ISC.

The event started around 10 a.m. in the morning and went until 3:30 p.m. IEW included distinctive performances by clubs including Kendo DVC, Indo DVC, Latino Student Alliance, Dance club, and Japanese Club. Some clubs expressed their traditional dances and activities. A professional belly dancer also performed. Free food was offered as well. “We have foods that represent different cultures, Chinese, Brazilian, and European” Tsung Hsun said.

The event represents cultural diversity among students, and the event has distinctive activities” said Gary Karlsrud, who participated in IEW from the start, And the food is delicious.”

Mike Chong, a participant from International Christian Fellowship, said, “It’s wonderful experiences for both international and American students to learn. I learned about the event through Facebook and I think this event is very informational.”

Many DVC students also stopped by and participated in the event. Jae Hee Youn, a Economics major student said, “I didn’t know there were many international students here in DVC; [IEW] was a creative and informative event. I like the free food and entertainment.”

There were many students in the quad, socializing and watching the performance. According to a culinary student, who was serving food during the event, “I think about or more than 150 students participated.”

“Atmosphere is alive; music and performance is very nice. I hope this event continues next year and ASDVC is in support of this event. I promoted my club during the event and met some new people.” Said Alvin Delius, a representative from Indo DVC, who tabled during the event. While the performances were going on, many clubs tabled and promoted their upcoming events. “I think this year’s IEW is very successful,” said Delius.