Inside Iowa State: Iowa State University

October 29, 2003

Malaysian Culture Night to benefit United Way

Malaysian students will showcase their home's music, dance, food and culture during their annual Malaysian Culture Night on Sunday, Nov. 9.

As has been their tradition since the mid-80s, the students will give the proceeds from the evening of entertainment to a local community organization. This year, the funds will go to the United Way of Story County.

Joining the evening festivities will be the Malaysian Ambassador to the United States, H.E. Dato'Ghazzali S.A. Khalid.

Events will be held at the Memorial Union. A cultural display will available in the lobby in front of the main desk from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and 9:15 to 9:45 p.m. Cultural performances will be held in the Great Hall from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and samples of Malaysian food will be available in the Oak Room from 8:30 to 9:15 p.m.

Tickets are $10 for the public and $7 for students. There is no charge for children under 12. Tickets may be purchased at a booth beside the West Student Office Space in the Union from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 29-31 and Nov. 4-7.