International Institute Multicultural Fair

The Multicultural Fair is a celebration of the wide variety of cultures on our Schoolcraft College campus and in our community. Besides promoting cultural sensitivity and increasing an awareness and appreciation of other cultures, the Fair extends education beyond classroom walls by exposing students, faculty and staff to a cross-cultural experience and creates an opportunity for students to teach others.

Since 2001 this annual event has been held each year in March on the campus of Schoolcraft College. At our last Fair, there were cultural displays from two dozen countries prepared by 130 Schoolcraft students, instructors and staff as well as their family and friends. At these tables students actively shared their culture and answered questions from over 2500 visitors. Performances ran continuously and featured dances, music, and poetry from an array of cultures. Demonstrations of henna painting and a dozen languages were also included in the day's events.

Cross-cultural snacks from a variety of ethnic cuisines were provided free of charge by area restaurants and Schoolcraft's Food Services. Guests were issued a "passport" at the door which they were able to get "stamped" at each country table they visited. Door prizes included a week-end getaway.

This event, created for students and community by students and community, is free of charge and open to the public. The Fair is funded by a Schoolcraft College Foundation Grant.

Look for the 2010 Multicultural Fair coming to the Schoolcraft campus Thursday, April 1, 2010, from 10 AM to 3 PM in the DiPonio Room at the VisTaTech Center.

Contact Information

We encourage you to participate in and/or attend the Fair.

If you are interested in joining us or would like more information you may contact: