Founded in 1987, student organization EKTA is celebrating its 25th anniversary this academic year. “Ekta” means “unity” in several languages spoken in South Asia and the organization aims to weave together its members’ languages, cultures, faiths, and identities in order to form a community among South Asians and those who are interested in the region studying at Smith.
On April 5, EKTA will be hosting “Jhalak,” its main event for the spring semester. Jhalak is a cultural show with performers from the Five College area and beyond. The show will encompass performances from all over South Asia and will highlight the diversity of the region.
Jhalak will take place at 7 p.m. at JMG Hall and promises to be a colorful and entertaining evening. There will also be a dinner before the performance. The dinner, which begins at at 5:30 p.m., will take place in the Campus Center Carroll Room and promises people a “true taste of South Asia”.
Jhalak will be a welcome break after a stressful week! Entrance is free for both the show and dinner.
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