September 5, 2003

Filipino American Student Organization Celebrates Culture

Galing Galing, a Filipino dinner and dance festival, comes to Boise State University 7-11 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, in the Hatch Ballroom on the second floor of the Student Union. Parking will be free in the Student Union visitors lot.     Galing Galing, meaning “very good” in Filipino, is a casual celebration of Filipino culture. The event will include an auction, raffle, door prizes and surprises. The evening’s menu includes food as prepared in Filipino homes, including lumpia, adobo, pancit, steamed and fried rice, and buko salad.     Guest speaker Shelton Woods, professor of Asian history at Boise State, will speak on the Filipino American experience. Also, Kevin Nadal will perform his award winning one-man show Pinoy. Pinoy covers issues that Filipino Americans face each day, such as identity, cultural awareness, family relations and self-esteem. Nadal employs comedy, music, drama and dance in his performance to create a passionate and personal show about the history and struggles of this group of people. Spectrum Entertainment will supply music for a social dance after the performances.     The event is sponsored by the Filipino American Student Organization, whose goals are to share Filipino traditions and heritage, integrate Filipino and American cultures and promote education and professional development of Filipino Americans. It is co-sponsored by the Boise State University Cultural Center. Tickets are available through Select-a-Seat, general admission $14, students and children are $9 ($15 and $10 at the door). For more information call 426-4259. -30- Contact Cultural Center 208 426-1223 Media Contact Kathleen Craven communications and marketing 208 426-3275