“Crossroads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1 gave students from countries around the world a chance to showcase music, cuisines, fashion and culture.
Jim Frechette and his partner from the Applause Dance Factory demonstrate an Argentine Tango for the audience at “Crossroads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1.
Scott Albert Johnson plays his harmonica for a Mississippi Music set at “Crossroads of the South; Gate-way to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1.
“Crossroads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1 gave students from countries around the world a chance to showcase music, cuisines, fashion and culture.
The “Asia” section at “Crossroads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1, featured a natural Mongolian tea and tea set, among other delicacies.
The “Africa” section at “Crossroads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1, had a variety of handmade shirts showing Africa’s land, animals and culture.
Rhonda Blasingame sews a quilt during “Crossroads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1.
Students pair up to learn a few basic bachata and salsa skills with the Applause Dance Studio at “Cross-roads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1.
A Japanese Origami book was set out for guests to learn how to correctly create origami art at “Cross-roads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1.
The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians demonstrates a traditional dance at “Crossroads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1.
The “Europe” section at “Crossroads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April, had pastries such as Austrian style stuffed French toast and German-style cheesecake.
The Mississippi Masala group started off the evening’s performances high energy cultural dances for the audience at “Crossroads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1.
Bonnie Yang shows off a modest traditional Chinese dress during the Fashion show at “Crossroads of the South; Gateway to the World,” an intercultural festival at Millsaps College on April 1.

The International Student Organization and the International Perspectives program at Millsaps College hosted intercultural festival, “Crossroads of the South; Gateway to the World” at the school’s campus on Monday, April 1, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event gave Millsaps students from around the world a chance to showcase their food, dance, music, fashion and more.

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