Viajecito Criollo Fair celebrates Dominican identity with flavor and tradition 🇩🇴
On Thursday, February 26, as part of the commemoration of Dominican Independence Day, the “Viajecito Criollo” Fair was held—an event filled with culture, flavor, and national pride.
The initiative was organized by students of UNICDA’s Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism and Hospitality Business Administration, who carefully attended to every detail to highlight the traditions, folklore, and joy that characterize the Dominican Republic. Through this experience, they managed to transport attendees on an authentic journey through the best of Dominican culture.
During the fair, visitors enjoyed a wide variety of gastronomic offerings, including fresh fruits, habichuelas con dulce, empanaditas, and chimis, as well as a display of handicrafts that filled the space with color, identity, and creativity.
The event also benefited from the valuable support of the School of Art and Culture, whose participation strengthened the purpose of showcasing and celebrating our roots, promoting recognition and appreciation of Dominican identity.
The “Viajecito Criollo” Fair was consolidated as a space for gathering, learning, and celebration, where culture was experienced in every flavor, every artistic expression, and every shared moment.
We extend our gratitude to all who joined us and became part of this experience that exalts the very best of who we are.
Choral Concert Tribute to the Homeland celebrates Dominican musical identity and tradition
In an emotional evening dedicated to national culture, the choral concert “Tribute to the Homeland” was held—a musical gathering that brought together distinguished choral groups to exalt the identity and traditions of the Dominican Republic. 🇩🇴
The concert featured the participation of the Julio Alberto Hernández Male Choir of the Instituto Cultural Domínico Americano, directed by Henry Cordero; the National Lyric Company of the General Directorate of Fine Arts, under the direction of Antonia Chabebe; and the Mixed Choir of the Instituto Cultural Domínico Americano, directed by Professor Viterbo Peña.
As hosts of the evening, the choirs of the Instituto Cultural Domínico Americano shared the stage with the prestigious national ensemble in a program that highlighted the richness of Dominican choral music, performing pieces that evoke the country’s history, culture, and patriotic spirit.
The event brought together music and culture enthusiasts in a memorable night where voices united to pay tribute to Dominican roots and celebrate the power of choral singing as an artistic and cultural expression.
The organizers thanked the audience for joining this special celebration, which reaffirms the commitment to promote and preserve Dominican culture through music.
Students of Spanish as a Foreign Language explore Dominican culture at the Quisqueya Rally
Students of Spanish as a Foreign Language explore Dominican culture at the Quisqueya Rally
Students of Spanish as a Foreign Language explore Dominican culture at the Quisqueya Rally
As part of a learning experience outside the classroom, students from the Spanish as a Foreign Language program participated in the Quisqueya Rally, an educational activity held in the historic Colonial Zone.
During the tour, the students walked through streets filled with history, culture, and tradition while practicing the Spanish language in an authentic way: conversing with residents and visitors, asking questions, and connecting with the essence of Dominican daily life.
This part of the program aims to strengthen participants’ communicative skills in real contexts, allowing them to apply what they have learned in class while discovering some of the most emblematic spaces of the city’s historic center.
In addition to boosting their confidence in speaking Spanish, the students had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the country’s cultural richness, getting to know its traditions, the warmth of its people, and the historical value of the area.
Activities like the Quisqueya Rally reflect the importance of dynamic and immersive learning, showing that learning a language goes beyond grammar: it is about living real experiences that leave lasting impressions.
Playful Learning from the Language School celebrates the Christmas Show & Fair with student talent and creativity
Playful Learning from the Language School celebrates the Christmas Show & Fair with student talent and creativity
Playful Learning from the Language School celebrates the Christmas Show & Fair with student talent and creativity
The Language School experienced two days filled with magic and enthusiasm during the Christmas Show & Fair by Playful Learning, an event that brought together students from different schedules on a single stage to celebrate language learning through art and Christmas.
During the first days, students from Monday and Wednesday, as well as Tuesday and Thursday, offered performances inspired by well-known Christmas movies, taking the audience on a journey full of creativity, wonder, and festive spirit. Each presentation showcased teamwork and the progress achieved in the classroom, where the language came to life through music, acting, and body expression.
The event continued to shine with the participation of students from Friday and Saturday, who took center stage with performances full of energy, dedication, and confidence. Their presentations reflected not only their command of the language, but also the joy of the learning process through a playful and participatory methodology.
The Christmas Show & Fair by Playful Learning reaffirmed the Language School’s commitment to a dynamic, creative, and meaningful education, where learning becomes an experience to be lived, felt, and shared—especially during such a special time as Christmas.
Students of Spanish as a Foreign Language Celebrate Cultural Diversity at Gastronomic Fair
Students of Spanish as a Foreign Language Celebrate Cultural Diversity at Gastronomic Fair
Students of the Spanish as a Foreign Language program at the School of Languages led a vibrant day dedicated to multiculturalism during the 2025 Gastronomic Fair, an event that brought together flavors, traditions, and cultural expressions from different countries around the world.
In this activity, each group represented a different country, sharing key aspects of its history, customs, traditions, and gastronomy with the educational community, creating an immersive experience that allowed travel through various cultures without leaving the campus. The creativity in the presentations, the authenticity of the dishes, and the enthusiasm of the participants brought to life an enriching event full of learning.
The day unfolded in an atmosphere of encounter, respect, and celebration of diversity, reaffirming the importance of language as a bridge between cultures and a tool for understanding the world from multiple perspectives.
Through activities like this, the School of Languages strengthens its commitment to educating global students who are aware of and open to cultural exchange. An experience that undoubtedly left a valuable educational and human flavor with everyone present.
The School of Languages holds the closing ceremony of the English Immersion Program for Competitiveness of MESCYT
The School of Languages of the Instituto Cultural Domínico Americano (ICDA) held on November 28 the closing ceremony for the students who completed the English Immersion Program for Competitiveness of MESCYT. The event, conducted in an atmosphere of pride and satisfaction, recognized the effort, discipline, and academic growth achieved by the participants throughout their training process.
The activity was attended by Robert Valcin, Director of the School of Languages at ICDA, and Daphna Reyes, Program Coordinator, who highlighted in their remarks the commitment demonstrated by the students and the importance of perseverance in learning a second language.
Representing the faculty, professors Midel José and Winser Espinal delivered a message that underscored the academic and personal evolution experienced by the students during the program. Likewise, outstanding students shared words of gratitude and reflection, emphasizing the positive impact this experience has had on their development.
The ceremony concluded with the awarding of diplomas by professors Norberto Gallardo and Víctor Ramírez, a symbolic moment that officially marked the closure of the process for the morning group.
The School of Languages congratulates all the graduates and encourages them to continue advancing toward new goals and opportunities, reaffirming its commitment to the training of competitive citizens prepared to face the challenges of today’s environment.