Freedom for All: A Nation We Can Call Our Own

The terms 'Asian American' and 'Pacific Islander' refer to persons who can trace their original background to the Far East, Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, or the Pacific Islands including Native Hawaiians. Diversity is key for this population which includes six major ethnic subgroups: Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Asian Indian, Korean and Vietnamese and thirty-two different ethnicities speaking almost five hundred distinct languages and dialects! We invite you to come and celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with us!

Calendar of Events April 2008

Asian American Pacific Islander art and artifacts will be displayed throughout April at Meyer Library (2nd Floor) and Siceluff Hall (2nd Floor).

• April 1, Tuesday  Heritage Kickoff! 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Plaster Student Union 315A
• April 2, Wednesday  Learn Chopsticks and Origami 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Plaster Student Union 308B
• April 7, Monday Learn a Culture: Philippines 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Plaster Student Union 308C
• April 9, Wednesday Learn a Culture: Vietnam 7:00 pm - 9:00 Plaster Student Union 310
• April 10, Thursday Learn a Culture: Thailand/Cambodia Laos 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Plaster Student Union 308C
• April 15, Tuesday Asian Game Night! 7:00 pm - 9:00 Plaster Student Union 317A
• April 16, Wednesday Asian & Pacific Islander Art Night 7:00 pm - 9:00 Plaster Student Union 314A&B
• April 22, Tuesday SAC Presents: Comedy Night with Vadur Kippur and Amy Anderson 7:00 pm Plaster Student Union Theatre
• April 23, Wednesday Henna Tatoo Night 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Plaster Student Union 308C
• April 24, Thursday Henna Tatoo Night 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Plaster Student Union 317A
• April 28, Monday Karaoke Night! 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Plaster Student Union 317A
• May 2, Friday Third Annual Showcase Carrington Auditorium 7:00 pm. Reception following this event!

Thank You to Our Sponsors! Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Committee, Asian American Pacific Islander Organization (AAPIO), Multicultural Resource Center (MRC), Office of Multicutural Student Services and Student Activities Council (SAC)

Culture Packed Month

Learn more about Asian and Pacific Culture! These workshops will focus upon the language, culture, food and traditions of featured countries.

Vietnam and Philippians

Taiwan and China

Micronesian Islands

Saipan and Palau

Programs are Free and Open to the Public

Do You Know Your...?

Games and Pastimes: Board and Card Games

Join us for a fun and relaxing evening of games such as Mah Jong, Chinese Chess, card games and more.

Game pieces and instructions will be provided

 

Sign and Skill: Chinese Zodiac and Chopsticks

2007 is the Year of the Pig, what does that mean? Have you ever wondered what your sign is? Enjoy this workshop that explains the Chinese Zodiac and the characteristics of the 12 signs: Pig, Rat, Buffalo, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster and Dog. Which are you? The second portion of this workshop will focus upon having participants properly learn how to use and handle chopsticks. Supplies will be provided

Art and Beauty: Henna Tattoo

Beautifully intricate designs adorning the bodies of young women, henna tattoo is the application of henna paste (from the Henna plant) to the skin, this is not permanent. Come and have a Mehendi pattern added to your hands and arms! Events are Free and Open to the Public

Second Annual Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Showcase

The Third Showcase will feature a variety of student and professional performances from diverse regions! Performances will include island dances from Saipan and the Marshall Islands, Chinese fan and ribbon dances, Vietnamese bamboo dance, musical and instrumental acts, Jujuden martial arts and more. Enjoy an evening of entertainment as we conclude the celebrations for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2008!

Showcase is Free and Open to the Public Doors open at 6:00 pm Show begins at 7:00 pm