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MEDIA CONTACT: Helene Snihur (585) 275-7800
October 29, 2003
EVENT: South Asian Expo
TIME, DATE, AND PLACE: 2 to 6 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15, in the May Room of Wilson Commons on the University of Rochester's River Campus
ADMISSION: Admission is free and open to the public, with nominal cost for select activities
Note: Parking is available on University lots all weekend.
The Association for the Development of Interest in the Indian Subcontinent (ADITI) will present musical performances, fashions, food, and body art during its South Asian Expo from 2 to 6 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15, in the May Room of Wilson Commons on the University of Rochester's River Campus.
The annual cultural fair, exhibiting the rich culture of South Asia, will include interactive booths about South Asian history, sports, music, clothing, language, religion, and art. Guests will also be entertained by a variety traditional dance performances, a fashion show, and caricature art. Mendhi will be available to anyone eager to experience the South Asian tradition of body art. During the fair, Thali of India Restaurant will sell South Asian treats.
Admission to this event is free, with nominal cost for select activities, and open to the public. For more information, call (585) 275-5911.
About the University of Rochester
The University of Rochester (www.rochester.edu) is one of the nation's leading private universities. Located in Rochester, N.Y., the University gives students exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary study and close collaboration with faculty through its unique cluster-based curriculum. Its College of Arts, Sciences, and Engineering is complemented by the Eastman School of Music, Simon School of Business, Warner School of Education, Laboratory for Laser Energetics, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, and the Memorial Art Gallery.
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