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Building Community
Center for Community fosters community-building and mutual respect by creating opportunities for intercultural education and celebration of heritage. Your gift directly supports student-centered programs, cultural events, and welcoming spaces helping all Aggies thrive as global citizens.
Giving Priorities
USU Annual Echoing Traditional Ways Pow Wow
An annual celebration of renewal and the arrival of spring through song, dance,drumming, and ceremonial practices, honoring Indigenous traditions, values, and community.
Miss Native American USU
A cultural and educational event honoring the leadership and traditions of Native American women at Utah State University.
Fiestas Américas
A celebration of the broad array of cultures and traditions of Latin America.
International Connections Night
An evening of community and connection through the sharing of cultural traditions from around the world.
USU Annual Echoing Traditional Ways Pow Wow
The USU Echoing Traditional Way Pow Wow is an annual celebration of renewal and the arrival of spring through song, dance, drumming, and ceremonial practices, honoring Indigenous traditions. It is a vibrant space for cultural sharing, education, and community connection while uplifting Indigenous presence, history, and continuity at USU.
The USU Pow Wow was initiated in 1971 by the USU student organization Many Eagles Indian Council as they established “IndianEmphasis Week”. It is one of USU's longstanding cultural traditions bringing together students, families, Tribal Nations, and the broader community to learn about and experience powwow traditions.
We thank you for your support to sustain this meaningful celebration, ensuring Indigenous cultures and voices remain honored as part of our community.
Miss Native American USU
The Miss Native American USU Pageant is a cultural and educational event honoring the leadership, identity, and traditions of Native American women at Utah State University since 1972. Hosted during Native American Heritage Month, this pageant celebrates Indigenous representation in higher education while connecting academic achievement with cultural expression.
The winner of the title of Miss Native American USU, first runner-up, and second runner- up each receive a scholarship supporting their roles and responsibilities of those titles. The title holder of Miss Native American USU serves as Head Woman for the USU annual Echoing Traditional Ways Pow Wow, helping lead one of the university’s most significant Indigenous cultural celebrations. Your donations directly support these winners and the continuation of this longstanding tradition.
Fiestas Américas
Fiestas Américas is one of Utah State University’s longstanding cultural traditions, originating in 2003 under the name “Salsabration”. Later, in 2014, the name was changed to Fiestas Américas to “help students throughout the community feel included” and show an emphasis on “...celebrating all Latin America”. This annual event brings the richness of Latino culture to the USU campus and surrounding community through a mix of vibrant dancers, talented singers, colorful art displays, and traditional foods highlighting the vibrancy of life throughout Latin American cultural heritage.
Every contribution helps keep this tradition alive, ensuring Fiestas Américas continues to shine and bring people together for years to come. Thank you for supporting this meaningful event and helping us preserve a tradition which holds a special place at Utah State University.
International Connections Night
The International Connections Night at Utah State University has grown over many decades in to one of the institution’s most cherished cultural traditions. The International Student Association firmly established the event's roots in the early 1980s when it hosted the first documented banquet and accompanying international events on campus.
What began as a gathering focused on cultural exchange, friendship, and community has evolved into a vibrant celebration featuring global cuisine, artistic performances, and enthusiastic participation from students, families, and community members. The banquet has embraced creative themes, immersive presentations, and a broadening range of cultural expressions, becoming a unifying event highlighting the richness of the international connections at USU. We deeply appreciate your contributions to support the continuation of this longstanding tradition.
