Abdulrahman Laryea Addy’s African Dance classes put on their annual, end-of-semester performance Wednesday in Carlisle gym.
Addy, originally from Ghana, teaches not only fundamentals of African Dance, drumming and culture, but also the importance of community, personal well-being and contemporary social issues.
Students are encouraged to bring their children to class, and anyone is welcome to join in the dancing. After the performance, the dancers, drummers and audience shared fresh, local barbecued goat.
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February 3The University of New Mexico held its second part of Welcome Back Days in the Student Union Building on Wednesday, Jan. 28. This day was centered around student organizations on campus, thus allowing students to get more information on how to become more involved and best suit their interests as they start a new semester. For those who love being active in sports, there were organizations represented such as UNM club tennis and Fusion ultimate frisbee. Those who love games could join clubs such as tabletop tavern or UNM’s chess club. Alex Joe is a freelance videographer for the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at photo@dailylobo.com or on X @DailyLobo
