iCU Intercultural Dialogue Series - Philippines: The Melting Pot of East and West
- Event Type
- Lecture
- Sponsor
- International Education, Asian American Cultural Center and ISSS
- Location
- 1210 West Nevada Street, Urbana (Asian American Cultural Center)
- Date
- Nov 9, 2022 5:30 - 7:00 pm
- Contact
- Yun Shi
- yunshi@illinois.edu
- Views
- 30
The Philippines is an archipelago in Southeast Asia, comprising over 7600 islands. With 120 spoken languages, Filipinos are mainly of Malay descent, but with diverse culture and Spanish and American influences in name, culture and food. Filipinos take pride in their beautiful beaches, powerful and beautiful volcanoes and mountains, hospitality, and resiliency. Come explore this country with us!