BARKADA'S FINAL GM of the '08-'09 SCHOOL YEAR!
Posted: March 25, 2009

Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: 450 Dodge Hall

Part I:
Led by senior Amanda Correa

How does your spirituality or faith (belief in the truth of or trustworthiness of a person, idea, or thing) impact your life and your culture? Come and learn about the historical impact of spirituality on Filipino culture, how the faiths of famous Filipino figures transformed our culture to have the freedoms and values that we share today, and listen as Amanda Correa shares a personal story of how Christianity continues to play a role in our culture today.

Part II:
SCAVENGER HUNT!

Be prepared to use the clues and follow the signs.
Bring your A game.
Barkada's family secret will be revealed.

Barkada presents…
BAHAY KUBO
A Filipino culture show. A celebration under one roof.
Posted: March 11, 2009

Saturday, March 21, 2009. Fenway Center, 5:30 PM.
Doors open 5:00 PM. $3 NU/$5 Non-NU. Tickets available at the Blackman Box Office.

The way we live tells us who we are.

The nipa hut is considered the national house of the Philippines. Translated in Tagalog, it is called a "bahay kubo." The traditional bahay kubo follows the old Southeast Asian rural archetype of the single-room dwelling where all family activities happen in one area. To many, this house summarizes the Filipino concept of space- demonstrating the lifestyle and culture of the people: togetherness, closeness, and unity.

A wealth of folk knowledge surround the bahay kubo. Communal ties bring neighbors together to construct the house; familial bonds shape the relationships and recognize the spirit of community.

As a family, we come together and build a home. Welcome to our bahay kubo, our Barkada.

This year, you will discover one couple's story about leaving home and raising a family in America. As they struggle to instill Filipino values to their children, they are all challenged to return to their roots and hold on to those traditions. Through drama, dance, and diversity… enjoy this celebration with us, this festival of culture.

Come join Barkada in their BAHAY KUBO 2009.

Guest performances by:
BAYANI WARRIOR STUDIES
KALIENTE
KASA
UTSAV