Garba and Raas represent traditional dance forms that have been a part of the Indian culture for many years. The University of California, Riverside is proud to announce that its very own Garba/Raas team is in its ninth successful year. This dance team brings together 14-16 individuals who share a passion for dancing. Together, this group of students will go out and compete with other Garba/Raas teams across the nation. For the past three years, they have placed first and second at Garba With Attitude, a competition hosted by the University of California, Irvine and have won 1st place at Raas Mania, a competition hosted by the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign. Their goal for this upcoming year is to continue to build a stronger foundation for years to come. Awards 2014-2015 1st Place Raas Mania Best Costume GWA Competed at R2B2 2013-2014 3rd Place at GWA 1st Place at Las Vegas All-Stars 2012-2013 2nd Place at GWA 2011-2012 1st Place/Best Costume at GWA Bid to BoB 2010-2011 Competed at GWA, Miami Mayhem, & Raas Rodeo Student Life Award Winners at UCR 2009-2010 Competed at GWA, Miami Mayhem, & West Coast Crown Student Life Award Winners at UCR 2008-2009 2nd Place at Rangeelo Raas Competed at GWA & Miami Mayhem