Gaining a Global Mindset
March 7 was a day packed with colorful sights, sounds, and smells at the Global Enrichment Fest hosted by USM’s Parents’ Association. Nearly 30 countries, from Bangladesh to Venezuela, were represented, each with a brightly decorated booth and volunteers who answered questions and stamped visiting students’ “passports.” Guests also enjoyed performances from both student and professional dancers and musicians, and a sampling of foods from 15 countries. The annual event highlights a broad range of cultures and backgrounds, many of which are represented within USM’s own student body.
Parent volunteers Juliana Elejalde (far left) and Yovana Banda (far right) entertained classrooms with their bright and vibrant booth representing Columbia.
Volunteer Edovia Aku Nyadzi helped to dress Mischa Gokhman '32 in traditional garments of Togo in West Africa.
Lyle Mondano '24 (left) and Elise Gozon '23 performed Tinikling, a popular, traditional Filipino folk dance.
Members of Milwaukee Taiko Group Hibiki performed a Japanese drum ensemble to promote interest in, and understanding of, Japanese culture through taiko drumming.
Members of the Upper School Dance Team (from left) Elizabeth Schoon '22, Sophie Zaba '22, and Mallory Wang '23 performed Danse des Demoiselles d'Honneur (Aurora's Friends) from "Sleeping Beauty."
From left: Mysha Bello '33, Londyn Baumgart '33, and Hillary Dwamena '33 practiced Chinese lettering.
Students dressed in vibrant attire while giving an Indiana Bollywood dance performance.
Sara Manning (left) and Renee Mondano, co-chairs of USM's Parents' Association global enrichment committee.
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