ODU 2012 International Festival
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Join thousands from the Hampton Roads community for a phenomenal cultural experience! On Sunday, April 1, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Ted Constant Convocation Center, ODU will host the 4th Annual International Festival. WTKR News Anchor Kurt Williams will serve as the official host. This global extravaganza will highlight magnificent performances that will guide all on an exciting and engaging international journey.
At the Global Food Court, you will enjoy authentic Thai, Turkish, Southern, Creole, Greek, Israeli, and Puerto Rican cuisine.You will be able to shop at the International Bazaar featuring jewelry, arts and crafts that reflect international artistry.
The International Children’s Activity Arena will feature global activities and interactive educational stations. The little ones can also hang out at the Big Blue Inflatables Room and the outdoor petting zoo.
All activities are free and open to the public,free parking available at the 43rd and 45th parking garages. Ethnic foods and other items will be on sale. For more information call the Office of Intercultural Relations(OIR) at 683-4406
Performance Applications
The registration for Performance Applications has closed for the 2012 festival. If you are interested to perform on stage at the 2013 festival, please check back next year. Thank you for your interest in the International Festival.
Student Organizations
The registration for Student Volunteers has closed for the 2012 festival. If you are interested to be part of the 2013 festival, please check back next year. Thank you for your interest in the International Festival.
Vendor and Educational Booth Applications
The registration for Merchant Vendors has closed for the 2012 festival. If you are interested in being a merchant vendor at the 2013 festival, please check back next year. Thank you for your interest in the International Festival.
Festival Participants
Educational Tables
- Alliance Francaise
- American Turkish Association of VA
- American Red Cross Coastal Virginia Chapter
- Around the World in 80 Game
- Blue Heron Chapter of the Sumi-e Society of America, Inc.
- British Isle Dance Group
- Effortless Language Club, Kluture and Klass
- Friends of Italy in Hampton Roads
- Hampton Roads Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- Mary L. Franke
- Multicultural Alliance of Virginia
- Norfolk Sister City Association
- ODU Office of International Programs
- Palestinian Artifacts and Information
- Scottish Society of Tidewater
- Simon Family JCC
- Tidewater Chinese School
- World Affairs Council of Greater Hampton Roads
- Zonta Club of Hampton Roads
Performances
- African Caribbean Association
- Angora Tribal
- Bangladeshi Students Association
- Belly Dance Navel Academy
- British Isles Dance Group
- Ebony Impact Gospel Choir
- Flores Flamenco Dance Ensemble
- Jr. Mosaic Steel Orchestra
- Ohana Mau Lao
- Rachel Martin Dance
- Shir Darom Jewish Community Chorus of Hampton Roads
- South Asian Student Association Bhangra
- The Maskaraiders
- The Virginia Beach Silver Tappers
- “Ya Gamila!” Belly Dance Organization
- Yunus Erkaya
- Zumba Ladies
Merchant Vendors
- Akiss
- Amazing Dresses
- Athena’s Accents
- Beloved Beadwork
- Dee Chic Boutique
- Inspired Mache
- Maasai American Organization
- Naokeidoe Creations
- New Forest Earth
- Paul’s Designs
- Perisie Jewelers
- Rubina’s Adornments
- Sokute Boutique
- Stampin Grannies
- The Art’s Daughter
- Trinity Enterprises
- Via Creativa
- Visit Norfolk
- Women of Hope Project
Food Vendors
- Bangkok Garden (Thai)
- By: April (Israeli)
- De Rican Chef (Puerto Rican)
- Grapevine Restaurant (Greek)
- Mary Helen’s (Southern & Creole Cuisine)
- Mayflower Cafe (Turkish)
- Cagney’s (Ice Cream)
ODU Student Organization Volunteers
- “Ya Gamila!” Belly Dancing Organization
- African-Caribbean Association
- Alpha Phi
- Alpha Xi Delta
- APASU
- Bangladeshi Students Association
- Class of 2015
- D.E.S.T.I.N.E.D
- Delta Zeta
- Egyptian Student Organization
- English Language Center
- F.I.R.S.T
- French Club
- Filipino American Student Association
- Gamma Sigma Sigma
- Heaven Bound International
- In Support of Children Group
- International Student Christian Fellowship
- Latino Student Alliance
- Muslim Student Association
- NAACP Youth & College Division ODU
- ODU German Club
- ODU Moroccan Students
- ODU OUT
- ODU Poker A.C.E.S.
- ODU Random Acts of Kindness
- ODU Student Chapter of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association
- OSAL-Frankie Krimowski
- Phi Eta Sigma
- Pi Beta Phi
- Pi Kappa Alpha
- Persian Student International Association
- Roc Solid Club
- Saudi Students Association
- Sigma Nu
- South Asian Student Association
- Student Activities Council
- Student Government Association
- Success Without Limitations
- Sword of the Spirit: Christian Student Ministries
- T.R.U.S.T.
- THE FOREIGNERS
- The Romanian Student Organization
- Thai Student Association
- Turkish Student Association
- Tau Kappa Epsilon
- Zeta Phi Beta