What did you find most interesting about Soc Fest? Was it the display or story of a classmate, or was it information you discovered about yourself and your culture as you worked on the project?
Monday, March 18, 2013
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Selena C.
ReplyDeleteThe most intersting thing to me was the kid that spoke and danced at the begining of the fest. I think it is pure talent when someone can speak to music right out of their head. He did a wonderful job and is a very talented young man.
Megan M. Online 12 in response to Selena C.
DeleteThey were so talented! That man's words really hit true to home.
Tate F. Online 08
ReplyDeleteThere were many interesting things I noticed at the Soc Fest. There were a few tables I walked around where I could relate to the things that were displayed. Some people used Southern cultural representations, which I used also. I could really relate to a couple of the classmate's stories and display, whether it had to do with canning, gardening, or the Southern flag.
Shanna S. 08
DeleteYes, it was nice to be able to see others with the same culture as my own. It was all very interesting and everybody was super nice. I'm glad I got to do it.
Tate F. Online 08
ReplyDeleteIn response to Selena C.
I also thought that was an interesting cultural display. I think he did a great job also, especially since he got up in front of all of those people. It was very cool to watch him sing and dance.
David H. 01
ReplyDeleteI liked seeing other people's more. You may see someone who is possibly from a different background as you, but you'd never know the full story. I thought it was cool getting to know class mates more and discovering awesome things about people i've never met before.
I love the stories and displays that everyone had. The dancing on the stage from both the Young Man and Lady were just amazing. I also loved how I was able to see other peoples culture and how they are different from my own. It was a great experience that I would differently do again if I ever had the chance.
ReplyDeleteBeatrice w 34 in response to Jeremy Brey
DeleteI do agree with you that the dancing from the two performers was amazing.I also meet many people with different cultures to be adored.
Amy Hedrick-08 responding to Jeremy Brey
DeleteI also enjoyed the two people who had the courage to get on stage and represent parts of their culture. I also loved being able to have the chance to talk briefly to the young lady who danced.
Anthony Hubert Soc.1101
ReplyDeleteI was very pleased by everyones displayes and the food items that everyone had brought in. I was especially pleased with the poster of the different sports and how familes come together. When a sports event is taken place.
Sonya R 08
ReplyDeleteThe Soc. Fest was all together interesting. Everyone had something wonderful to expresss about their culture. I really enjoyed the displays of the other cultures. I learned a lot, and ate a lot.
Bailey Glines
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed Soc. fest and I think it was a great assignment. I loved seeing other student's cultures, as well as finding out more about my own culture that I didn't know about. I liked the stories by other student and also there display's. You kind of had to ask questions because you don't know what anything is. I enjoyed all of the food and desserts. They were all delicious. I also loved that students actually went up on stage to perform some of there cultural dancing and singing.
Jenn L. 08
DeleteThe stage performances were wonderful. I thought they were very brave to do that too. I am not at all that talented and even if I were, I am not so sure I could perform like that anyway.
Eric B. 12
DeleteI definitely agree the food was GREAT!
Lucinda S online 08
ReplyDeleteIn response to Bailey, the foods were fantastic and a lot of care went into each display.
What I found to be more interesting was the enthusiasm each person had when speaking about their culture. I learned a great deal as I shared my history with everyone. But I can't help expressing the joy of the two young people who got up on stage and share a live performance! They both were terrific!
Tatrika H. 12 Online
ReplyDeleteI was not able to attend the SocFest this year due to family circumstances, however, I heard that it was fantastic! Anytime one talks about their culture, there's a lot of interesting things that you and that person discover from it. The culture is a journey itself, but I'm aware that the different flavors of food makes it even more unique!!! All the pieces come together to make-up one big BRILLIANT culture.
Tatrika H.12 Online in response to David H.01
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with you. Anytime you have many cultures all at once, there's a lot more to learn other than what you've already known. It makes it that much more interesting! Not only that, but it;s exciting when you can find someone from the same culture as you with a different story. A variety of cultures is interesting to learn about, in general, but you learn so much more and you find yourself in another state of mind from what you previously knew.
Desmond H. soc 1101
ReplyDeleteI think soc fest was amazing to see my class mates presentation was nice to see how passionate they were about their specific culture. Also i likes the dancing in the beginning of the festival. I loved all the new faces and how they were so eager to explain their amazing culture.
Megan M. Online 12
ReplyDeleteI think what really stuck out for me was the discovery of myself and my subculture as well as how big it was! A lot of people who came up to my display loved showing me their tattoos and telling me about what they meant to them. It made me feel like I was part of a special club or something and it made me very proud about being part of my expressive generation.
Trina H 12 in response to Megan M 12
DeleteMegan, your display was awesome and although I did not get to speak with you, I want you to know I admire that you are not afraid of who you are! As I am quite a bit older, our generation had to keep certain things to ourselves and expressing with tattoos on our bodies was one of them. Although it may have been accepted elsewhere, rural America it wasn't. So nice to see fresh faces of young people such as yourself growing our world in this manner. I want my daughter to be unafraid to be herself! There is a whole world out there to experience.
heather 08 in response to megan 12
DeleteThis is the part that surprised me the most. People chose to represent the subcultures they felt connected to. People belong to so many different cultures and subcultures it celebrates living somewhere like the United States.
I really enjoyed your display too - and I understand what you mean about being part of a special club - (subculture?). My parents weren't too happy about my own expressiveness related to my tattoos! It is great that you are proud of who you are - I am working on that!
DeleteElia V. 12
ReplyDeleteI just loved it, it was very interesting getting to know some of my classmates and the teacher (at least looking at him, he was so bussy!) most of the students did a great job, I think pretty much everyone is proud of their culture, it is amazing how the facial expression changes when you start asking abou it, we all love sharing our background, at least I do!
Elia V. 12
ReplyDeletein response to Lucinda S online 08 and Bailey Glines
I agree with you guys, it was very cool learning and sharing, and please let's not talk about the food, I loved it too!
Taiwo O. 0nline 08
ReplyDeleteIt was an interesting Soc Fest. I loved all the displays of each culture and I learned a lot from their stories.Also the performance on rhe stage of the young man was fantastic.The food was delicious.I was pleased to see my instructor though he was busy I could only speak with him briefly, but all is fun I loved it.
Marie P L. 08 Online
DeleteIn Response to Taiwo O. online 08
You're totally right about the performance on stage. It was great and I really loved it.I also enjoyed the food, specially the German chocolate cake was delicious.Everyone did a great job.
Kirsten H. Online 10
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the fact that many people ventured out of their family backgrounds and branched out into subcultures such as anime and tattoos. It was refreshing to see something new.
In response to Meggan M. Online 12
I loved your display! You were right next to mine, and although I didn't have enough time to personally speak with you the presentation looked awesome!
Howard C. 01
ReplyDeleteThe most interesting thing about Soc. Fest was the cultural diversity. I had no idea that there would be that many people there. I sampled alot of the food and it was nice to get real authentic meals that different cultures consume at home.
M Williams online 10
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately, I could not make Soc Fest, but heard of all the excitement. As someone who has lived in a city like New York for over 10 years, I also attend a lot of cultural events.I know Soc. Fest was a blast. I have always enjoyed meeting other people and learning about their culture.
Reply to Tatrika H. 12 Online; M.Williams online 10
ReplyDeleteI have to agree with you Tatrika the cultues is always a journey, just listening to others speak of their culture, makes us see that we are really not that different as individuals.
C.Spears(41210) I enojyed seeing everyone elses cultural asspects. My family does not have alot of culture which has been passed down from one generation to the next. I found the student who had the famialy cookbook very interesting. First of all it was something that truely meant something to her and her family. Secondly, I can not cook, I try but it is one of those talents that I do not have. I would like to think that if my family had a cook book and if I would have had a mom, dad, grandmother, or other family member to cook with that I may be better at it.
ReplyDeleteAdetola M.online10
ReplyDeleteIt was an interseting event. I was pleased to meet some certain people i read their responses on the blog site. I live the displays of each culture, especially the Uganda. The performance stage of the woman was wonderful.The foods were nourishing, because i tasted some. I was so please to see my instructor, eventhough, i couldnt have a word with him because he was so busy. Overall, it was an amazing night of fest.
Adetola M.10 in response to Howard C.01
ReplyDeleteHoward i agree with you, it was really a night of cultural diversity. I think we both had a good time sampling food from different cultures.
Beatrice w 34
ReplyDeleteIt was interesting to meet different people with their culture.The food and drinks from each culture tasted good.then the live music from the African lady was wonderful and it reminded me of home and i was able to meet my instructor.
Derek S. Soc 1101 41208
ReplyDeleteWhat I found most interesting about Soc Fest was seeing everybody's culture and how they displayed it. There were so many different presentations and each of them were unique. I have great respect for each and every persons culture and Soc Fest was a great way to display that.
Natasha E Online 12
DeleteI agree, when you display a culture people can understand a person more and that culture they have.
Derek S. in response to Selena C.
ReplyDeleteI agree. His song and dance was really good and he's definitely talented!
Jenn L. 08
ReplyDeleteI thought it was neat to find so many people from the same heritage and background as myself. I really did not think there were that many people still around that had Georgia history or that have lived here their entire life. I found several fellow classmates that had the same Irish and German background as my parents and grandparents. On top of that, the FOOD was really good from all the different cultures!
Natasha E. Online 12
ReplyDeleteSeeing other people and their culture was pretty cool. It is awesome to know that there is so many people around and they everybody is so different, but also to see that many are very similar to you. You never really get to know somebody until we all get together and talk about what we like and what our culture is. It can really explain who a person is.
Megan N. 08
DeleteI completely agree with you. Just passing someone in the hall would never tell you what kind of environment someone grew up in and what things they did growing up. It was a nice side of everyone to see. Of course everyone was extra friendly which I also enjoyed!
Trina H Online 12
ReplyDeleteThe entire Social Fest was amazing and opened my eyes to the diversity of students at Chattahoochee Tech! I really enjoyed hearing about other's heritages involving other countries. The most interesting to me was the person that came way out of her comfort zone to tell about and educatel us because of her ordeal with vitiligo. I have known someone with this possible autoimmune disorder and for this young lady to tell her story was wonderful. We are who we are and when we embrace ourselves we can embrace each other and the future! This young lady could do wonders for other young people who are dealing with these types of issues. Thank you for sharing!
Marie P L. 08 Online
ReplyDeleteSocial Fest was wonderful and I really had a great time. It was so nice to be around people from all over the world in one place. The cultural diversity was the key to the success of Social Fest. I tried some German chocolate cake that a fellow student made, it was the best that I ever ate. What I found to be more interesting was the performance on the stage of the young lady that was awesome.Also I was very pleased to finally meet my Instructor. I thought He spoke french because of his last name, but I was wrong. Anyway, I had a chance to speak with him for a few minutes because I was early.
Bola T. online 12
DeleteYou are right concerning the chocolate cake made by a German student and it taste so nice. I was opportune to eat some of the cake and it's really good. The Soc Fest was wonderful thanks to Mr. Tom the program was a success and it is nice getting to know him and my other colleagues. This event has help me to identify other culture and there uniqueness.
Megan N. 08
ReplyDeleteSoc Fest was a blast. I had a great time walking around and seeing the different things people have to show that their families do on a regular basis. I only wish I had something like that to do with my own family. Seeing all the different family cultures made me sad that I didn't grow up with one of my own. I would find great pleasure in actually spending time with these people and their families! I think my favorite part of all way all the different types of food that were brought. I tried some very interesting stuff. I never thought I would ever drink rice water!
Tracy parkinson 01. i found it interesting just to see everyone's culture and how many different cultures were there.I also really enjoyed the performances. Also enjoyed the different foods and watching people try and see different things.
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I thought the best thing about soc fest was all the different cultures getting together. I like learning about different cultures anyway so it was a fun experience for me. It also told me a lot about peoples personalities so I liked that too. And of course the food, I'll try anything once and I liked pretty much everything as long as it was homeade. The rice water was awesome!
Victor V 01 - T/Th 6pm
ReplyDeleteHonestly, I just had a good time seeing all the diversity we have in our classes and how our perspectives are derived from our culture.
Natalie P. 10
ReplyDeleteI found that it is always refreshing to learn about the culture of people you don't know personally. There was such a diverse group of people at soc Fest. I enjoyed everyone and their representation of their culture. I loved the performances they were brave and talented and exciting.
Leightonia B, online 12 in response to Natalie P. 10
DeleteI agree with you when you stated that it was refreshing to learn about other cultures. Although I did not get to see any of the live performance, I read other posts about how talented everyone was.
Christine w.'s response 27
DeleteI completely agree with you! The whole event was interesting, especially being in an online class because it was the first time we could really meet and put names to faces.
Natalie P.
ReplyDeleteIn response to Trina, I agree that our school is a melting pot. That makes the school so much more interesting. I missed the young woman speaking, i wish I would have had the opportunity to hear her speak.
Leightonia B, Online 12
ReplyDeleteMany of the projects that I viewed were interesting. I do not remember the student’s name, but his project was on his Southern Culture. That project stuck out to me because I thought it was very creative how he used lights to enhance his poster. There was another project I viewed where another student made her own jellies and jams. I thought that was pretty cool because these days, many people are busy with everyday life, and you rarely hear about anyone having time to make their own jelly. There were many other great projects out there also, but those two stuck out to me.
Emilee A. online 12
ReplyDeleteNot only did I enjoy Soc Fest and getting to see a lot of different cultures right here in Georgia but I loved working on my project as well! You don't generally just stop and think oh hey my family does this and it's part of my culture. It was neat to see people on stage dancing and singing. Seeing how others felt so passionate about things was awesome! This was a wonderful experience!
Emilee A. online 12 in response to Natalie P. 10
ReplyDeleteYou are right, there was great diverity amoung all the culture project. It was pretty awesome to see!
Bola T. online 12
ReplyDeleteThe most interesting thing about the Soc Fest to me is seeing different culture with their uniqueness. It was a wonderful experience and some of the cultural materials displayed have a little resemblance with my culture. In a typical culture like mine, names are significant and it is attached to a particular circumstances. For example, Bola means born in wealth, my parent had wealth when they gave birth to me so, that is why I was given that name. Also, Yoruba tribe in Nigeria observed what is called a Naming Ceremony, which is also a time to make peace with the parents of the child no matter what the conflict or fight anybody might have had with them in previous relationships.
Eric B. 12
ReplyDeleteMy favorite part of Soc. Fest was seeing the different cultures represented and all of the different food and drinks there were to try. I was also very pleased to see that I was not the only person who chose to represent a subculture they are part of.
Jane N 73
ReplyDeleteThe Soc. Fest was very interesting especially the food from different cultures. They were delicious. I learned a lot from different cultures especially how they cook their food on different occassion. I also loved the stage perfomances.
Jane N 73
ReplyDeleteIn response to Howard C
I agree with you that Soc. fest was the cultural diversity. I learned a lot about other cultures.
Heather 08
ReplyDeleteSoc. Fest was interesting for me for both my own culture and that of others. I actually took the time to look into my culture and learn things I previously did not know. I was surprised by the choices people made as far as cultures that were not heritage, but the culture they were raised in. I suppose this goes to back up the fact that we are all a mixed society. We are all parts of different cultures blended that we have created new cultures and subcultures and belong to several at one time.
John Marchant 08 Onine
DeleteI thought it was interesting as well to see the "melting pot" in my area, along with all the cultures that were nearby to where I lived.
Giana Deleon
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I think that is the best part this project could have done for an individual it to help them learn of their own roots! Glad to hear how this process helped you to open your eyes more to your own background as well as others!
Ronald McGuire
ReplyDeleteI thought it was great to get the chance for people to show their culture or interest in other cultures. Gives others the chance to get to know one another even more, then just on a social level. You found out more about the people who you see everyday that you would have never really known about them.
Porchia H. Online 10
DeleteHi Ronald! I didnt attend the Fest, but I agree that it is so amazing to be able to view other cultures! I myself am black and white, and my step dad is from Mexico, so I have grown up with a lot of culture around me and have really grown to appreciate and love it!
Raygan D. Online 08 in response to Ronald M.
DeleteOh yeah i totally agree and the best part honestly was that it felt so casual you just walk up to another student and suddenly you find yourself in the middle of a really long conversation with! It was really fun and a part of me really didn't want it to end as soon as it did.
Mandy B. Online 10
ReplyDeleteI loved the entire event. At first, I wasn't looking forward to going and even felt nervous about it, but it exceeded my expectations. It was an awesome evening. Seeing how everyone embraced their cultures was quite amazing! I am so happy to have experienced Soc Fest and would recommend it to anyone. I met some very interesting people.
C sparks online 10 in response to mandy b. online
DeleteI agree with you, I wasn't looking forward to it either, but it ended up being really fun and I stayed the entire time!
Mandy B. Online 10 in response to Ronald McGuire
ReplyDeleteI agree. It was great to experience everyone's culture with them. It definitely takes getting to know someone to a whole different level. It is nice to hear about things people are passionate about.
Whitney C.10
ReplyDeleteThe part I enjoyed most about the SOC FEST was going back and looking at my culture of where my family came from and how far we've all came. From the different countries and religions to the different subcultures we all take on. It was also exciting and very interesting to see where others came from and what their cultures were with all the different foods and music.
Julian Lee 09
DeleteYeah I agree on that perspective. I too enjoyed making some of my mom's style food and listening to the music I used to listen to with her. I was able to look back on what defines me and it prepared me for learning about what defined you all. I met a lot of people with backgrounds I knew nothing about at ala!
Whitney C10. In response to Derek S. Soc 1101 41208
ReplyDeleteI agree with you there were a lot of really great presentations. I was actually surprised with hoe nice some of them were and really wish I would have did more with mine! but it was great.
Megan C 21:
ReplyDeleteI did not get to attend Soc Fest! But I would have loved to have learned more about my culture and where my roots lie.
Joan M. 08 in response to Jane N 73
ReplyDeleteI agree with you. I really like the presentations, the african dance and the young gentleman. Unfortunately, I was not feeling well enough for a dance from my original country but maybe for a next SocFest I will.
Joan m. 08
ReplyDeleteThe SocFest was fantastic..I made some good mental and intellectual contacts with some of the students, I talked to an ex army man who really assure because that weekend was a goodbye to my brother living for the NAVY bootcamp and I was really worried; also I ve had some meals from Africa where I come from and I was so nostalgic, the performances were great , I personally admire their bravery. Food was good in general, people really took the time to prepare for it and I thank them for that. Thank you to you teachers too.
cori s. online
ReplyDeleteMy favorite part was seeing how passionate people were about their ethnicity.
This was a great event and assignment. It was fun to both work on my own project and to look at all they many different presentations and projects from the other students. I had no idea there would be so many different cultures and ideas represented. It was a very interesting evening and it was a good to be a part of it all.
ReplyDeleteCourtney Wintzell online o8
ReplyDeletewhat i find most interesting at soc fest is that their were so many different types of cultures and so many colorful displays. I was very impressed with the types of food and the amount of work people put into their projects. I also found out so much different information on different cultures that i have never heard or seen before.
Courtney wintzell online 08 in response to Whitney C, I totally agree with you. i enjoyed looking back at my family culture and the wonderful things that happened in my culture.
ReplyDeleteJulian Lee 09
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed trying out all of the different types of food that you were all so generous for sharing. Communicating with so many people of different race and culture could have entertained me for several hours. Quite frankly, the entire experience was a beautiful one and the only shame was that it had to end. I don't remember anyone's name BUT; to the gentlemen with the WarHammer Figurines; great job sir, I showed many people pictures of your hard work. The jamaican lady with the banana pudding, that was so delicious, tell your mom I said "Thank you, i'm devastated for not have having a second bowl" . To the guy who freestyled and danced on stage, good work man, follow that passion. And to the Medical Assistant soon to be Registered Nurse, you're an amazing person for what you do, keep up the good work and may god bless your sweet heart. I had a great time and I hope to find something similar to this convention in the future. You guys were all amazing people!!!!!
Giana Deleon
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Glad to hear how fun and interactive this was! You make me really wish I could have made it to share the same experiences! Banana pudding makes me regret not being able to go but I am still glad to hear how much was going on between the food and activities!
Brittany S. Soc. 1101
ReplyDeleteI thoroughly enjoyed each and every one of the project presentations that were present at the Sociology Fest. Among one of my favorites,(which pardon me, I am not great with names) the gentleman that distilled and brewed his own beer. Of course this would be one representation that I can personally relate to, one in the face that I am a beer connoisseur/enthusiast. Unfortunately, I was unable to try any of his I'm sure delicious beer!
Amy Hedrick-08 Preparing for Soc Fest was a touching time for me as I included objects from four generations of women-including myself. I knew each of these women personally and each of them has had significant meaning in my life. While my mom is still living, I don't see her but every few years and both my grandma and great granny have passed. It is still good to have material items to look upon and be able to remember the times I have had with them.
ReplyDeleteChassity Haywood online 10
DeleteMy condolences to about the important women of you life passing away. I think its amazing that you have memories from four generations. To be able to look back and see who and what crafted you into the woman you are today is a blessing.
Cameron R10
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed looking at all the parts of the world that peoples cultures were from, it was almost like going on a small trip from table to table learning, tasting, listening to and reading everything that, that persons culture was and where their families were from and what made them.
Cameron r 10 in response to Julian Lee 09
ReplyDeleteI really like your statement there really were a lot of wonderful presentations and great people with wonderful personalities and i too hope that the soc fest continues on for others.
Trina H 12 in response to Cameron R 10
DeleteYes, it is imperative that SOC FEST contiues in the years to come. It does us all good to see the differences in those around us that make us all unique, and yet educates others at the same time.
Thoroughly enjoyable!
Christine W. 27
ReplyDeleteI actually enjoyed everything about the Soc. Fest! At first I was dreading doing the project, but after I started on it I quickly realized how much fun it was going to be. Actually attending the fest was amazing. To see everyone's different cultures and taste all the food was definitely worth all the effort. My favorite was a girl who is half Brazilian. I can't for the life of me remember her name right now but I had the opportunity to sit and talk with her for awhile about her project and how much her heritage means to her. Plus she brought the most AMAZING cheese bread! So overall I really enjoyed everything as a whole.
I agree Christine, I totally enjoyed every aspect of the SOC fest and I learned so much about the different cultures, the food and the different clothing. I have so many favorites but the one who sticks out was the guy who danced and did the spoken word. Loved it!! He was braver than i could ever be.
DeleteI will start by saying the SOC fest was absolutely great!!! At first i was dreading it and I felt like it was just a "project" but upon arriving and seeing all the different cultures, food and clothing and traditions, I was amazed! I have learned so much about different cultures, the ones that stick out were Germany, Brazil and Africa. My 2 favorites were the guy who danced and did the spoken word and A lady from Kenya who had fabric from her wedding and a wedding album which showed how a traditional Kenyan wedding is, she also had hand woven baskets called peace baskets in which the women of the village weave in time of sadness and pain. For me personally the SOC fest was a way for me to teach people on Vitiligo and the effects on all races, I had so many people to ask questions and learn about the condition. It felt good to share my life with others. I thank you for the experience.
ReplyDeleteBriana S. 12
DeleteMy expectations for Soc Fest were completely different than what it actually was. I think it's amazing that you turned your project into a learning experience and educated students on Vitiligo.
John Marchant 08 Online
ReplyDeleteThere were a lot of interesting things that I learned at soc-fest, but probably the most interesting display I saw was the woman who talked about growing up, and living in an orchard in north Georgia. She talked about how they would can all of their stuff, make their own apple butter and jelly, and she also brought in some of her homemade quilting. I also liked that I got to learn about all of the other cultures too that I had never really thought about. The cultures that I presented were also rather fun to showcase because I got see other people's reactions to my cultures.
Edens T CRN No 41212
Deletei enjoyed that woman as well i also enjoyed how people were interested in to my dancing skills that ive learned growing up and how they became interested as well.
Megan C 21 in Response to John Merchant 08
DeleteAfter reading all of these reviews, especially this one, I wish I had been able to attend Soc Fest. It would definitely have been worth it to experience the cultural backgrounds of everyone and to see things from the point of views of other people!
Edens T CRN No 41212
ReplyDeletei enjoyed soc fest seeing these other sum cultures that i would have not imagined i saw one classmate have the same type of back ground i have and it was nice to know im not the only one around so many different people .
Chassity Haywood online 10
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the displays and performances. Soc Fest was a really nice event and well put together. People's faces would just light up as there presented to others. A beautiful thing to see.
Cam S. 12
DeleteI also enjoyed the displays and performances. It was very nice to see everyone's effort and it is always nice to meet new people.
Cam S. 12
ReplyDeleteI learned a lot of things during Soc. Fest. The most interesting thing to me was all the interesting things that different people's families made by hand. I was so impressed by the things people were able to make with the smallest amount of items to make it from. From baskets to wood carvings all the way to clothing were made, which were all very unique and cool. Also, the stories that follow with the items were just as interesting.
Briana S. 12
ReplyDeleteSoc fest was a very fun and interesting experience. I enjoyed viewing everyone's projects, and tasting food which was like sampling the world. I learned so much from the different displays and interacting with students. I learned a lot about different areas of the world, and even Georgia where I have lived my entire life.
The Soc Fest was overall a great experience for me. It was sweet to see what everyone values the most in their life. It was also a time where you got to know your peers in a more personal way. It was a good assignment!
ReplyDeleteShanna S. 08
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed walking around meeting my class mates and Mr. Laporte. I thought this was an awesome way to get everybody together related to sociology. It was interesting and I got an amazing apple butter recipe.
Taiwo O. online 08
ReplyDeleteIn response to Natasha, it was amazing seeing many people that have similar culture.It is good to interract with other culture.
I think Social fest was great to get to know all the classmates. Im sure it helped everyone get to know everyone a little better.
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Tanya W. 01
ReplyDeleteI loved social fest. It was like visiting several places at the same time. It was very interesting learning about these different places. I loved see how others dress in other places. It really opened my eyes to others ways of living/culture.
I loved seeing other people's cultures and the way they live. It opened my eyes that many people differ from me alot in various ways.I loved it!
ReplyDeleteEvery thing was so interesting. In fact the cultural festival was like a mini world come together. Because I might not see this again, I recommend that the school set aside a day for cultural manifestations so that we can enjoy seeing and learning from other cultures.
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S.Castro online 12 in response to Florimon
DeleteI totally agree. It was almost like watching the travel channel. I could be in Georgia 50 years ago and then move forward to Africa in todays world, all with just steping to my left.
S.Castro online 12
ReplyDeleteI was impressed by the turn out. Knowing now how many people where representing, I would have been happy with doing it on a Saturday and making it an all-day event. I began walking around and got so interested in a couple of works that I may have truly gotten around to half of the folks works. Doesn't it sound cool for next year's Socfest to be at an outdoor venue? We get a moon walk for the kids, a stage for the live entertainment. Set up full booths instead of tables. And let the cider guys fill those bottles with what where on the labels. All kidding aside, had such a good time and felt like I left there with a broader understanding of the world I live in.
M Labbe.online.08 in response to s.castro online 12
Deletei agree with you. it should be an all day event with more performances. the Soc Fest was too short for to actually enjoy the full experience. i didn't get to see every display.
Crystal White 41210 CrystalW10
ReplyDeleteI found that learning about my classmates and what is most important to them to most interesting and exciting thing about the Soc Fest. I actually didn't think it was going to be that fun and eventful but it was a pleasant surprise. I thought it was a cool wait to bring the information from our books alive and on display. I also thought it was pretty cool to share my values with my sociology classmates.
Kristina W-M online.12 in responce to Crystal White 41210
DeleteI was also apprehensive about the event. Leading up to the event I could only think about how much I didn't want to do this. It changed when I got there, I had a great time.
CrystalW10 Crystal White 41210 In response to S.Castro online 12
ReplyDeleteYou hit the nail on the hammer. I almost didn't want it to end. I felt it should have lasted longer. I really think the timing was great because it took the pressure off of midterms. I also was pleasantly surprised at the amount of students that came and even more pleasantly surprised at the amount of work most people put into their project. It wouldn't be a bad idea for all departments to engage in some sort of festival each semester.
Jessica H
ReplyDeleteSoc Fest was a lot of fun, I just wish I would have been able to make it to the event earlier. What was most interesting for me was how different everyone's culture is. Even people who may have had similar items to display had different things that were important to them about that item. I do wish that it had lasted longer or that I had arrived earlier so that I would have been able to see more displays.
M Labbe. Online.08
ReplyDeleteThe Soc Fest was definitely an experience.it was nothing like i expected it to be. i had a great time learning and seeing other peoples displays about their sub-culture.the performances were great and so was the food.
Maricela E. online 10
ReplyDeleteI was really amazed that no matter where we come from a big part of our lifes is our family.
Porchia H. Online 10
ReplyDeleteI did not attend the Soc. Fest, but it is so encouraging to see everyone else's responses! It seemed to be a huge hit!
Raygan D. Online 08
ReplyDeleteSocFest was a big surprise to me to be honest I don't usually deal well being in big crowds of people I'm not familiar with so i was really happy after walking around for a bit I got to meet some people I actually had a lot in common with. It was cool to see all the different cultures but for me it was really special to know that I wasn't the only one who had a specific love of what i do or what I'm a fan of. I had so much fun and it was really nice to finally meet Mr. LaPorte.
Kristina M-W online 12
ReplyDeleteI was nervous about revealing personal parts of my life to others at SocFest. I had a good bit of fear. I was lucky that everyone was very supportive and encouraging toward me. The teacher even took a picture of my Pierogi which was unexpected.
Jessica A. 10
ReplyDeleteMy favorite part of Sociology Fest was all the different cultures coming together! I loved that it wasn't just cultures from different countries around the world, but sub cultures, like the south or Chicago. I learned a lot and had so much fun putting faces to the rest of the online classmates!
Chynna Boggs 01
ReplyDeleteI loved soc fest i just think it was a fun time. All different cultures and ethnicities, people you see day to day came out and shared their personal heritage and where they came from and what they are proud of. I met really great people.
Jon Walker 41101
ReplyDeleteThe Soc Fest was a great experience. I met many different people with different cultures. The two that stood out the most to me was one guy from America that served his country and he had all sorts of pictures from the service. He is a dedicated man to serve his country and he said he would do it again if he could. The other presentation that was admiring was a lady's about her grandfather. He was a black male that in the time when black's were discriminated against he had his own land and a farm that stayed in the family. I thought that was awesome. The Soc Fest opened my eyes to different ways of life and was a fun time.
Bylia Jones 08
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the many displays of my fellow class mates. Each poster brought out a better detailed understanding of the different cultures. Most came from tradition and some from different beliefs. They all were very detailed and gave clear understanding of other peoples life.