Last week, South West College (SWC) students and staff came together to celebrate Good Relations Week 2024. This year’s theme, ‘OpportUNITY,’ was a call to action for creating a brighter, inclusive future for all, and SWC certainly rose to the occasion!
Tuesday, 17th September: A Day of Fun and Flavor
The festivities kicked off with an Online Good Relations Fun Quiz facilitated by Fearghal O’Boyle from Youthscape +. Participants from across campuses joined in for a lively session of trivia and camaraderie.
Later that day, the Erne Campus hosted a delightful Cultural Diversity Tasting event at the Erne Restaurant. Attendees were treated to a mouth-watering menu featuring dishes like Beef Goulash with Parisian Gnocchi, Crispy Sesame Chicken with Soy Noodles, and Triple Chocolate Brownies. It was a feast that celebrated the rich tapestry of cultures within the SWC community.
Wednesday, 18th September: An International Tea Party
The celebration continued at the SWC Enniskillen Skills and Technology Centre with an International Afternoon Tea. Organised by the Social Inclusion Team, the event offered a variety of traditional and Mediterranean tasters. From Goats Cheese and Red Onion Bruschetta to Chinese Spring Rolls and Mediterranean Tartlets, the spread was both diverse and delicious.
Thursday, 19th September: A Grand Finale
The week wrapped up with vibrant events at the Dungannon and Omagh Campuses. Both campuses hosted Cultural Diversity Tasting Afternoons alongside interactive quizzes and activities. The Dungannon Campus featured dishes like Pierogi, Cabbage Rolls, and Peri Peri Chicken, while the Omagh Campus offered Lamb Tagine and Thai Chicken Curry.
Good Relations Week 2024 at South West College was a resounding success, filled with fun, food, and a strong sense of community.