Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will host India Night 2014 on Friday, March 21, from 5-8 p.m. in the Morris University Center Meridian Ballroom. This event, sponsored by the SIUE Indian Student Association, will immerse guests in Indian culture through traditional cuisine and entertainment.
India-inspired dishes will be served to guests. Everything from a main dish to dessert will be provided. Throughout the evening, SIUE students and their friends will treat guests to performances of cultural music and dance.
An event highlight is Indian rice art known as Rangoli. It is usually found in Indian households during Diwali (Festival of Lights) or other auspicious occasions. It is a decorative art that brings good luck. The Rangoli Art in the MUC is an SIUE tradition during India week.
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Students will also display their culture through traditional clothing.
Tickets can be purchased at the Morris University Center Welcome Desk or by calling 618-650-5555. Tickets are $13 for SIUE students, $16 for SIUE faculty, staff and the general public, and $20 for V.I.P. Purchasing a ticket automatically enters guests in a drawing for an iPad Mini.
India Night was previously scheduled for March 2, but postponed due to inclement weather. Tickets previously purchased will be honored for the rescheduled event.