20/08/2026
LOOK | Flavors, cultures take center stage at CNU ASEAN Caravan
Colors, flavors, and movements from across Southeast Asia came alive at the ILS Centennial Stage as Cebu Normal University’s ASEAN Caravan Week 3 brought together cultural exhibits, food presentations, and performances celebrating the traditions of 11 ASEAN countries.
The event showcased the rich and diverse cultures of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam through vibrant displays of food, arts, music, dance, and other cultural expressions.
Behind the colorful booths, flavorful food exhibits, and dynamic performances were students from the Homemakers Association (Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education), Physical Education Majors Organization (PEMO), Culture and Arts Majors’ PACK, and CNU-Tourism Society.
Dr. Janet Mananay, director for Internationalization Affairs, underscored the importance of cooperation in bringing the celebration to life.
“This is an example of how collaboration and effort make this event successful,” Mananay said.
For CNU Supreme Student Council President Kurt Justin Jacalan, the celebration went beyond showcasing cultural differences. He said the activity embodied the spirit of “pakikipagkapwa,” a deep recognition of shared human identity and connection.
“As we witnessed the cultural singing, the pagkalamian nga pagkaon from BTLED, the cultural and extravagant booths of the tourism students, the vibrant expressions and dance of the PEMO, and the captivating Huangmei Opera performance from our visiting delegation, we were reminded that our differences are beautiful, but our connectedness is profound,” Jacalan said.
The event also fostered connections between CNU and its international visitors. Win Kua of Kang Chiao International School Hefei Campus expressed appreciation for the university’s hospitality and enthusiasm for the cultural exchange.
“Thank you for the hospitality, and we are excited to learn from CNU,” Kua said.
The delegation also entertained CNU students with a special song performance during the cultural presentation.
Through its food, performances, exhibits, and cultural presentations, ASEAN Caravan Week 3 gave students and visitors an opportunity to experience the traditions of Southeast Asia while discovering the shared values that connect its people.
