By Amber Wheatley
Cardiff African Caribbean Society (ACS) is a lively, up-and-coming society that is trying to make a name for itself – not just among African and Caribbean students but in Cardiff University as a whole. One of the ways they try to achieve this is by holding events which showcase African and Caribbean culture. This October, Cardiff ACS hosted ÔÇÿRootsÔÇÖ, a celebration of Black History month. ÔÇÿRootsÔÇÖ was a great cultural experience and showcased talents from across the globe: there was singing, dancing, poetry, rap and, of course, food!
One of the main goals of Cardiff ACS is to make students of African and Caribbean heritage comfortable and at home while at University, as well as providing opportunities for them to make an impact of their own upon their new home. ÔÇÿRootsÔÇÖ gave ACS members and supporters the chance to express what it really means to get back to your roots, whether it through Caribbean poetry, Welsh folk songs, gospel music, spoken word or just having a chat over some delicious home-cooked baked chicken and jollof rice. ÔÇÿRootsÔÇÖ was truly an unforgettable evening.
If you missed out on this cultural explosion, Cardiff ACS also runs regular events, such as movie nights which happen once a month; aerobics classes to wonderful Caribbean ÔÇÿsocaÔÇÖ music; debates and club nights. In addition, their upcoming events include a Christmas dinner and – the icing on the cake – the ACS Culture Show in the Spring, so keep an eye out for that!
If you want to be a part of something different, try a new culture or share your own, Cardiff ACS welcomes you with open arms.
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