The Lord Mayor’s Student Welcome is all about celebrating the diverse contribution of multiculturalism to this city, through overseas-born Melburnians and the presence of international students (nearly 30,000 international students live and study in Melbourne’s central city).
The next Lord Mayor’s Student Welcome event is scheduled for Saturday 24 March 2012 at City Square from 2 to 5pm.
This event won an IEAA (International Education Association Australia) Excellence Award – Best practice/Innovation in 2009.
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Highlights for 2012:
Katumba – Melbournes one and only authentic Latin and Brazilian dance experience
Fresh off the Block – Hip-hop and Breakdance showcase (featuring Hip Hop Dancer and So You Think You Can Dance Australia Top 4 Finalist Demi Sorono)
Blackberry Jam Bush Band – Fun, joyful bush music, dance and entertainment (come crack a whip!)
Roaming Reptiles – pet snakes, lizards and watch a crocodile fed on stage! Yes a live one!
Student Performances – Catch the exciting buzz of Bollywood and Soran Bushi, performed by students!
Chop Sew’y Paper Fashion – Watch out for some stunning paper outfits to be featured at this event designed by students under the guidance of Melbourne artist Colleen Burke.
Host – JMAC: From experience at Fremantle media and Ch10 to ABC Radio National and Nova, JMAC’s love of the production world is prevalent and passionate. On a personal note, JMAC loves blogging, Zumba & collecting things from the 90’s; such as Pez dispensers, fluro jackets & hats with flaps at the back!
There will also be FREE face painting, photo booth, AFL clubs, roving performers and much more!