Learners from Stoke on Trent College have been embracing their diversity and different cultures as part of the annual Multicultural Day.
Now in its 13th year, the student-led event was held in the Sports Hall at the Cauldon campus, with a host of activities going on throughout the day.
Attendees were treated to a mix of delicious Indian foods, prepared and served by Hospitality and Catering students.
Maths lecturer Amna Jamal also led a sing-a-long of Pakistani songs used traditionally for weddings and happy occasions as well as playing a traditional drum known as a Dholak.
Students from various courses also hosted stalls showcasing different cultures plus presenters from Blue Sky Radio were broadcasting live as well as speaking to learners and Principal & CEO Hassan Rizvi. A range of external College partners also attended including Amity Hub and Staffordshire Police.
The culmination of Multicultural Day saw learners and staff take part in a catwalk, showcasing traditional dress led by BBC Radio Stoke’s Reverend Geoff Eze.
Level 3 Health & Social Care learner Umaiza Noveed, was one of the organisers of Multicultural Day and said,
“I’ve really enjoyed being an organiser of the Multicultural Day. Through the planning we’ve got to work with College staff and understand how to plan events.
“To see everything come together today has been a really rewarding experience.”
Hassan Rizvi, Principal and CEO at Stoke on Trent College said;
“Multicultural Day is the perfect way for learners and staff at the college to embrace our different cultures and come together for an unforgettable celebration.”
Dave Hopley, Assistant Principal Student Experience at Stoke on Trent College said;
“Multicultural Day is always one of the highlights of the college calendar. Our learners have been working extremely hard, planning and managing the event and the results are truly outstanding.
“We’re proud to honour and embrace the multitude of backgrounds and cultures represented at the College and the uniqueness this brings.”
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