The FIUTS blog is updated several times a week with stories and news from the FIUTS community of students, hosts, staff, alumni, and more.
The topic we chose for this year is Chinese calligraphy. Nowadays, we seldom experience the act of picking up a pen to write a letter or compose an article . . .Through this initiative, we aim to inspire people to rekindle the traditional habit of writing, to appreciate the enchanting beauty and cultural richness embedded in Chinese characters . . .
Read MoreStorytelling is what makes CulturalFest mesmerizing and memorable for the participants. Sandy Reyes Tena, a descendant of P’urhépecha-Mexico, is going to tell a story from the aspect of Latin American Indigenous communities at CulturalFest Expo 2024!
Read MoreTHE KOMPANY is a seasoned K-Pop dance troupe: their performance always makes a splash! They are joining FIUTS CulturalFest for the first time as a performance group at the night show and will wrap up the full-day cultural celebration. We can’t wait to see them “burn” the stage at CulturalFest . . .
Read MoreI arrived in Seattle in the fall of 2012 to start a graduate program in Hispanic Studies. I didn't know anybody in the city. My English back then was even worse than it is now, and I was genuinely contemplating life without any social or cultural outlets beyond school . . .
Read MoreEach year, we have returning and new representatives for the same culture, trying to enrich the diverse portfolio of different cultures. Dhanshika, the new Booth Captain of Sri Lanka this year is planning to show the rich history of her country from her perspective.
Read MoreCulturalFest invites all student individuals and organizations in the Great Seattle Area to join the celebration. Ukrainian Community at Bellevue College is showcasing the aspects of Ukraine culture that have been overlooked by the world.
Read MoreFIUTS CulturalFest helps promote underrepresented cultures through the student body. Nirmal Kumar Marimuthu is showcasing what has been a valuable asset to him—the music of Southern India at the CulturalFest Expo!
Read MoreCulturalFest is a place to strengthen group bonding and enhance cultural understanding for TYAPN (Taiwan Youth Alliance of the Pacific Northwest) at the University of Washington. This year, they’re going to continue this tradition by recreating a bustle Taiwanese Night Market at Expo!
Read MoreThe newly formed Ukrainian Students United group at University of Washington found its place advocating for its culture and traditions at FIUTS CulturalFest 2023, and is returning to represent its nation in another critical year. . .
Read MoreEach year, we receive new applications for booth captains who are eager to share their cultures from unique and personal perspectives. Such new faces diversify the flavors of the cultures represented and allow students, families and children to learn . . .
Read MoreA traditional activity at Japanese summer festivals – kingyo sukui (goldfish scooping) – will be part of the fun at CulturalFest2024 Expo through Mia Chon and the Japan Student Association at University of Washington . . .
Read MoreThis special award began with Betty Jean Crouch, a student who came to the University of Washington in the mid 1960’s to study sociology. During her student years she volunteered for FIUTS and met Hiro Ogawa . . .
Read MoreSince the start of our campaign in September, so many of you—alumni both here and around the world, local hosts, community members, and local organizations and institutions—have helped support FIUTS . . .
Read MoreMy FIUTS Journey: I became part of FIUTS in 2022 as a student focusing on database and community programs while pursuing my computer science degree at University of Washington…
Read MoreAnother SUSI on Civic Engagement cohort is coming in Winter and we are so excited to welcome them to Seattle. Read about our wonderful participants coming in next month..
Read MoreHere at FIUTS, we’re always looking for ways to show gratitude for what we have, especially when it comes to the support we have from our colleagues. In this post, we show gratitude to all the amazing work that our Manager of Education Programs has accomplished in the past year. Read about Olena’s journey at FIUTS so far..
Read MoreThis year FIUTS students and staff come together again to share their favorite books that illuminate international understanding. If you’re book buying, buy to support FIUTS too.
Read MoreA Thanksgiving holiday well spent thanks to our wonderful hosts and passionate students! Read more about what FIUTS has been up to during Thanksgiving weekend.
Read MoreWe are so proud of our SUSI Alum for the work they are doing in their home communities. Read more about Nino and Sirunik’s project.
Read MoreOver the years, we’ve created so many memories with our host families. Their engagement in our students’ lives has been more joyous than words could describe. Read more about our host appreciation night and check out all the photos we’ve gathered throughout the years.
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