the Irish ’, Eastern Europeans sharing a range of food , Italians making homemade cannelloni , Lebanese with fresh zaatar and baklava , Zimbabweans playing traditional music , Swiss with chocolate , Indians presenting street food and much more . We were able to see people from all nationalities try new foods and learn about new cultures – the cultures represented at Sevenoaks were ‘ connected ’ in all aspects . We are all proud to be a member of the diverse Sevenoaks community . It was amazing to see people of the same culture bond , regardless of their year group , and then also find similarities with other cultures at the fair .
In tutor groups , Kahoots were played , quizzing students about different cultures . On Friday 2 February , it was home clothes day with a twist – traditional clothing was encouraged ! Around campus , people wore an element of their cultural apparel , whether a hat , coat , or even full outfit .
Throughout the week , we had ‘ Sounds of the World ’, as well as different cuisines in the Dining Hall . Listening to Spanish music while eating Indian food was an experience in itself ! By the end of the week , we had made a ‘ home map ’, as a visual memento from this week ; it represented all the places the Sevenoaks family call home .
Connecting Cultures Week was an enlightening experience for all who participated . We were able to connect cultures , literally and metaphorically , through new friendships and leaflets that explore contrasts and similarities between nationalities . Our world is diverse , but this week at Sevenoaks , we explored our diversities and made connections in unique and undiscovered ways .
Ananya Ruia , Upper Sixth
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