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All Majors<\/strong><\/span>
\nWright Plaisance Fellowship for Study Abroad Opportunity<\/a>
\nApplication Deadline, May 2
\nFellowship of $20,000 is available for interested scholars who will be pursuing post-baccalaureate study in Europe or South America.<\/p>\n

Asia<\/strong><\/span>
\nChinese New Year Gala<\/a>
\nFebruary 7, 6:00-9:00 pm, Thwing Ballroom
\nJoin the Chinese Student and Scholar Association for authentic Chinese food, performances and more. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Please note that much of this event with be conducted in Chinese.<\/p>\n

Lunar New Year Fireworks<\/a>
\nFebruary 8, 8:00-9:00 pm, Tinkham Veale University Center
\nCelebrate the Lunar New Year with snacks, prizes and fireworks! Fireworks will begin promptly at 8:45 pm. This is a free event.<\/p>\n

Lunar New Year Celebration<\/a>
\nFebruary 9, 12:30-2:00 pm, Sears 464
\nLearn to make dumplings at this Lunar New Year celebration! Snacks and tea will be provided. This is a free event, but an RSVP is requested.<\/p>\n

Europe<\/strong><\/span>
\nLes Choses de la Vie<\/em><\/a>
\nFebruary 6, 5:00 pm, Cinematheque
\nFebruary 7, 6:30 pm, Cinematheque
\nThis French film follows a man as he tries to decide if he wants to stay with his wife and family, or leave with his new love. Tickets for individuals aged 25 and under are $7.<\/p>\n

Arabian Nights: Volume 1 \u2013 The Restless One<\/em><\/a>
\nFebruary 6, 6:45 pm, Cinematheque
\nFebruary 7, 8:15 pm, Cinematheque
\nDo not miss this unique trilogy of films set in Portugal and telling stories of layoffs, unemployment, and strikes, all with a dark creative twist. Tickets for individuals aged 25 and under are $7.<\/p>\n

Ravel & Debussy<\/a>
\nFebruary 4, 7:30 pm, Severance Hall
\nFebruary 5, 7:00 pm, Severance Hall
\nFebruary 6, 8:00 pm, Severance Hall
\nJoin the Cleveland Orchestra as they feature two French Composers, Maurice Ravel and Claude Debussy. Tickets are $29-$120.<\/p>\n

Cleveland Kurentovanje Festival<\/a>
\nFebruary 6, 11:00-6:00 pm, East 64th<\/sup> St & St. Clair Ave.
\nCelebrate Kurentovanje, the most popular carnival in Slovenia. The day will start with a parade and continue with costumes, crafts, music, and food. This event is free to attend.<\/p>\n

Paczki Day<\/a>
\nFebruary 8, 4:00-10:00 pm, Platform Brewery
\nFebruary 9, 6:00 am-5:00 pm, Rudy\u2019s Strudel & Bakery
\nCelebrate Polish Mardi Gras. These two events will feature polka music and dancing, as well as traditional Polish food and pastries. Both events are free to attend.<\/p>\n

Middle East and North Africa<\/strong><\/span>
\nUnderstanding Leads to Peace<\/a>
\nFebruary 9, 7:00 pm, Islamic Center of Cleveland
\nCleveland Peace Action invites you to join them in learning more about Muslim beliefs, practices, family, and social life. This event is free.<\/p>\n

A Sinner in Mecca<\/em><\/a>
\nFebruary 10, 7:00-8:20 pm, Cleveland Museum of Art
\nFebruary 12, 7:00-8:20 pm, Cleveland Museum of Art
\nDespite Saudi Arabia\u2019s ban on both homosexuality and filmmaking, a gay, Indian-born Muslim man secretly films his pilgrimage to Mecca. Tickets for students are $7.<\/p>\n

Latin America<\/strong><\/span>
\nNight in Nicaragua<\/a>
\nFebruary 4, 6:00-8:00 pm, Thwing Ballroom
\nSupport CWRU Global Medical Brigades at their annual dinner. Enjoy Latin American food, performances and a guest speaker. All proceeds will go towards supplies and medications for mobile health clinics in Nicaragua. Tickets are $10 for undergraduates.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

All Majors<\/strong>
\nWright Plaisance Fellowship for Study Abroad Opportunity<\/a>
\nApplication Deadline, May 2
\nFellowship of $20,000 is available for interested scholars who will be pursuing post-baccalaureate study in Europe or South America.<\/p>\n

Asia<\/strong>
\nChinese New Year Gala<\/a>
\nFebruary 7, 6:00-9:00 pm, Thwing Ballroom
\nJoin the Chinese Student and Scholar Association for authentic Chinese food, performances and more. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Please note that much of this event with be conducted in Chinese.<\/p>\n

Lunar New Year Fireworks<\/a>
\nFebruary 8,<\/p>\n

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