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African Culture week runs until Saturday

March 31, 2005

The African Student Union's "African Culture Week," which began on Wednesday, continues with a vendor day from noon to 5 p.m. today in the International Center.

Students will be able to purchase traditional African clothing and jewelry, as well as see an exhibit by Mozambican abstract wood sculpture artist Sergio Da Mata Simione.

"African Dress Up Day" takes place during the day on Friday, and the film "Lumumba" will be shown at 7 p.m. in the Erickson Hall Kiva.

On Saturday, the group will present its gala show "The Faces of the Motherland," featuring a variety of dance, drumming and poetry performances as well as traditional foods.

There will also be a fashion show during the gala, showcasing traditional African clothing styles. The event is free for MSU students and will start at 8:30 p.m. at Lansing's Eastern High School, 220 N. Pennsylvania Ave.

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