Celebrate diversity at Hesston College with annual Cultures Fair

Hesston College will celebrate the many cultures represented on campus with its annual Cultures Fair on Tuesday, November 3, in Bontrager Student Center dining hall. The event features international foods to showcase the diversity of the Hesston College community. Admission is $11 per person and open to the public. RSVPs are requested by Nov. 1 at hesston.edu/culturesfair2026.

Guests are invited to taste, learn and celebrate the variety of global traditions that make Hesston College unique. A mild chicken curry main dish will be served by Pioneer College Caterers from 5:30 to 7 p.m., while international sides, desserts and drinks will be available from 6 to 7 p.m. Students will share flavors and wear traditional clothing from their cultures, reflecting Hesston’s global connections and welcoming spirit.

“We’re really looking forward to a night of internationalization,” says Kyle Timmermeyer, international student support coordinator. “We’re grateful to Hesston College and the Hesston community for their warm embrace of international students and the cultures they represent.”

This year’s event continues to build on Hesston College’s commitment to cultivating a Christ-centered community that values peace, justice, equity and inclusion. With students representing 30 countries on campus, the Cultures Fair provides an opportunity to connect across many of those borders and foster understanding in a joyful, welcoming setting.