African Night – Saturday March 24, 2007 in CSU Ballroom; Minnesota State University, Mankato starting 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. for formal program; dance following.
Tickets available at the ISO, at tables in the CSU, and at the Door on the night of the event: $ 5 with MavCard (students), $ 7 for guests.
African Night is evening of cultural celebration. The festivities include African performances, authentic gourmet food, and distinguished speakers. The performances consist of African dances, poetry citation, video or power point presentation, and a play depicting African life in Africa or abroad. The night celebrates diversity of the African people and displays collaboration, friendship and unity. The African Student Association's members come together to plan, organize, and execute the whole evening. The students exhibit leadership, commitment, and professionalism in bringing this event to fruitation annually. The students take great responsibility in sharing their culture to promote peace, understanding, and mutual respect.
The event has grown in popularity in recent years. On average, about 350 to 400 of students, staff, faculty, and the greater community come to enjoy the evening. The guests have come to expect a beautiful showcase of African diversity like dazzling fashion, moving performances, and amazing speakers. Additionally, after the formal celebration, there is social dance party with a DJ which brings the evening to a close.
