Community Calendar

MSUB’s Office of International Studies is hosting its 5th annual Global Studies Seminar: Themed Semester
this fall and will be hosting weekly events for FREE from September through November to showcase South
America's northern and central Andean Region, also known as the Andean Community, featuring Peru,
Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, & Venezuela. See the full schedule of events at
https://www.msubillings.edu/interna.../themed-sem/Andean.htm.
Experience Peru through the eyes of MSUB’s student group that spent two weeks in May 2025 studying
Spanish and Peruvian culture in Cusco. Visitors will be able to peruse some of the most impressive sites of
the former Incan capital and region, shots that were taken through the lenses of program participants. The
exhibit will also showcase authentic artifacts from throughout Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia.
Artifacts on display will include a traditional festival outfit used in Bolivia’s Dance of the Devils (La
Diablada), which is a prominent part of the Carnaval de Oruro, hand woven tapestries and musical
instruments seen throughout the Andean region, antique brass stirrup boot covers from Colombia, and
more.
An art reception will take place at 5pm in the 1st floor Lobby of Liberal Arts Building on Oct. 2. We will have
an exhibition talk at around 5:30pm. Light refreshments will be served.
The exhibit will be on display from
Oct. 2 to Oct. 31, 2025

MSUB’s Office of International Studies is hosting its 5th annual Global Studies Seminar: Themed Semester
this fall and will be hosting weekly events for FREE from September through November to showcase South
America's northern and central Andean Region, also known as the Andean Community, featuring Peru,
Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, & Venezuela. See the full schedule of events at
https://www.msubillings.edu/interna.../themed-sem/Andean.htm.

Witness the Soul of the Andes in UTAMA (2022). Directed by Alejandro Loayza Grisi, Utama is a visually
stunning and deeply moving Bolivian drama that follows an elderly Quechua-speaking couple, Virginio and
Sisa, as they confront the harsh realities of climate change and cultural erosion in the arid highlands of the
Andes. When a prolonged drought threatens their way of life, and Virginio’s health begins to fail, their
grandson arrives from the city, forcing them to choose between tradition and survival.
Utama has received widespread international acclaim, including:
- Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival 1
- Golden Biznaga for Best Iberoamerican Film at the Málaga Film Festival1
- Bolivia’s official submission for the 95th Academy Awards 1
- Over 28 wins and 23 nominations globally
With breathtaking cinematography and heartfelt performances by non-professional indigenous actors,
Utama is a poetic reflection on love, legacy, and the resilience of ancestral wisdom.
This film appropriate for mature older children and teens, especially those with an interest in cultural,
environmental, or humanistic themes.

MSUB’s Office of International Studies is hosting its 5th annual Global Studies Seminar: Themed Semester
this fall and will be hosting weekly events for FREE from September through November to showcase South
America's northern and central Andean Region, also known as the Andean Community, featuring Peru,
Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, & Venezuela. See the full schedule of events at
https://www.msubillings.edu/interna.../themed-sem/Andean.htm.
Discover the ancient art of Andean weaving in this immersive workshop that blends tradition, creativity, and
community! Participants will explore the rich history and cultural significance of weaving across the Andean
region—from intricate patterns to symbolic colors—and then create your own hand-woven masterpiece to
take home.
Come solo or with friends—no experience needed!
This is an interactive event that people of ALL ages can enjoy!

MSUB’s Office of International Studies is hosting its 5th annual Global Studies Seminar: Themed Semester
this fall and will be hosting weekly events for FREE from September through November to showcase South
America's northern and central Andean Region, also known as the Andean Community, featuring Peru,
Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, & Venezuela. See the full schedule of events at
https://www.msubillings.edu/interna.../themed-sem/Andean.htm.
Andean Trivia Night: Test Your Knowledge and win!
Think you know the Andes? From ancient civilizations and breathtaking landscapes to vibrant music,
eclectic food, and unique traditions—come prove it at Andean Trivia Night!
Form a team or come solo—we’ll match you up with fellow trivia lovers for a night of fun, facts, and friendly
competition.
Prizes await the top teams, so bring your A-game and your curiosity!
Expect lively vibes, cultural surprises, and maybe even a few bonus questions about Andean music and
cuisine.
Bring your brain, bring your friends, and get ready to celebrate the Andes like never before!
This is an interactive event that people of ALL ages can enjoy!