La Cultura Fruta on Friday
Do you want to try free vasos de fruta (Hispanic fruit cups)? The Central American Student Alliance, or CASA, presents La Cultura Fruta at 6 p.m. Friday, April 5, in Kimpel 409. Come meet other members of the community and try a sweet taste of Central America!
This event is supported by the Student Activities Fee as a funded event by the Associated Student Government and is free to all currently enrolled University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, students who pay the student activities fee. This event is held in a venue that meets ADA standards. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend this event. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, please contact Daniella Fernandez, daf006@uark.edu, 479-251-0673, or Nurian Chavez, nchavez@uark.edu, 479-220-1563 by five business days prior to the event.
About CASA: CASA was founded in the fall of 2023 by Salvadorian undergraduates Daniella Fernandez and Nurian Chavez. The purpose of CASA is to create a sense of belonging for Central American students, promote awareness of Central American culture and to provide support and resources for minority groups.
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Daniella Fernandez,
Central American Student Alliance
479-251-0673,
daf006@uark.edu
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