Bailetón!

Thursdays from 12 to 3, there are no classes. Instead PUCP organizes (often the students) activities and competitions for everyone to participate. Today was the epic bailetón, a mix between a dance-a-thon and a dance-off. Basically think of the dance competition from the movie Grease but it lasts for 2 hours straight. It was pretty intense, I think over 2,000 people came to watch.



The students really get in the school spirit. Each department comes with its own mascot as well.



Of course I had to root for the social sciences department.



During the 2 hours of dancing, the DJ played various types of music including Cumbia,



cultural music,



and some classics including the YMCA!



The winning pair was the same as last year. They were really excited when they announced the winner.



It was interesting to see the mix of culture with modern music and styles of dancing. I was really surprised to see how many people came out to watch. I had to fight to save a spot for Rachel! And I even managed to get a slight sunburn (of course!). Next Thursday there is a cultural dance competition. I know a couple of people performing so it should be exciting.