The Cultural Review

Belonging

2 articles

Diverse college students from different cultural backgrounds connecting and building community through campus cultural organizations.
Culture

Campus cultural groups foster student cohesion and identity

At Penn Carey Law, Noor Shater L’26, a Palestinian and Egyptian student, finds crucial community and friendship through organizations like the Middle Eastern Law Students Association (MELSA) and the M

Eleanor Voss·April 22, 2026
Diverse group of people enjoying a lively outdoor local festival, dancing and connecting, showcasing community spirit over digital isolation.
Culture

Why Communities Are Choosing Local Events Over Digital Escapes

At Arizona State University, the Latin Sol Dance Festival celebrated its tenth event in April 2026, a remarkable milestone for an initiative that began with a single clinical assistant professor.

Eleanor Voss·April 22, 2026