World Premiere of White Frog
White Frog, a new film by writetn by Ellie Wen '09 with Executive Produce David Henry Hwang '79, premiers on Thursday, March 8. Learn more about White Frog.
A Reading by Garrertt Hongo
When: Wednesday, February 22, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Terrace Room, Margaret Jacks Hall (Building 420, 4th floor)
Garrett Hongo, Distinguished Professor of the College of Arts and Sciences and Professor of Creative Writing. B.A., Pomona College; M.F.A., University of California, Irvine. Graduate studies in Far Eastern Languages and Literature at the University of Michigan and in Critical Theory at UC Irvine. Garrett is the author of two books of poetry, Yellow Light s(Wesleyan) and The River of Heaven (Knopf), which was the 1987 Lamont Poetry Selection of the Academy of American Poets and a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in 1989. His memoir, Volcano, was published by Knopf in May 1995 and won the Oregon Book Award for nonfiction. He is the editor of The Open Boat: Poems from Asian America (Anchor) and Under Western Eyes: Personal Essays from Asian America (Anchor). His poems and essays have appeared in Antaeus, Gerogia Review, Field, Kenyon Review, New England Review, Parnassus, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, Hawaii Herald, and The New Yorker. His current work appears in Ploughshares, The American Poetry Review, Amerasia Journal, Raritan, and Virginia Quarterly Review. Garrett was profiled in the PBS Televesion series "Moyers: The Power of the Word," and he's been the recipient of fellowships from the NEA, the Guggenheim Foundation, and twice from the Rockefeller Foundation. His next book of poetry, Coral Road, is forthcoming from Knopf in Fall 2011.
He is presently at work on a book of nonfiction entitled The Perfect Sound. He teaches at the University of Oregon in Eugene.
Where: Terrace Room, Margaret Jacks Hall (Building 420, 4th floor)
Garrett Hongo, Distinguished Professor of the College of Arts and Sciences and Professor of Creative Writing. B.A., Pomona College; M.F.A., University of California, Irvine. Graduate studies in Far Eastern Languages and Literature at the University of Michigan and in Critical Theory at UC Irvine. Garrett is the author of two books of poetry, Yellow Light s(Wesleyan) and The River of Heaven (Knopf), which was the 1987 Lamont Poetry Selection of the Academy of American Poets and a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in 1989. His memoir, Volcano, was published by Knopf in May 1995 and won the Oregon Book Award for nonfiction. He is the editor of The Open Boat: Poems from Asian America (Anchor) and Under Western Eyes: Personal Essays from Asian America (Anchor). His poems and essays have appeared in Antaeus, Gerogia Review, Field, Kenyon Review, New England Review, Parnassus, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, Hawaii Herald, and The New Yorker. His current work appears in Ploughshares, The American Poetry Review, Amerasia Journal, Raritan, and Virginia Quarterly Review. Garrett was profiled in the PBS Televesion series "Moyers: The Power of the Word," and he's been the recipient of fellowships from the NEA, the Guggenheim Foundation, and twice from the Rockefeller Foundation. His next book of poetry, Coral Road, is forthcoming from Knopf in Fall 2011.
He is presently at work on a book of nonfiction entitled The Perfect Sound. He teaches at the University of Oregon in Eugene.
A Conversation on the Media and Race Relations with K.W. Lee, Journalist and Activist
When: Wednesday, February 1, 4:00 p.m.; reception to follow talk and Q & A
Where: Bender Room, 5th Floor, Bing Wing, Green Library
On Wednesday, February 1, 2012, at 4:00 p.m., the Stanford Libraries, in conjunction with Asian American Studies, the Bill Lane Center for the American West and the Center for East-Asian Studies, will host a talk by K.W. Lee, journalist and activist titled "A Conversation on the Media and Race Relations with K.W. Lee, Journalist and Activist."
Considered the godfather of Asian American journalism, K.W. (short for Kyung Won) Lee’s illustrious career as the first Asian immigrant to work for mainstream daily publications in the continental United States has profoundly shaped the Korean American community's consciousness and activism.
For more information about K.W. Lee and the event, please visit the event page here or contact Ben Stone at bstone@stanford.edu.
Where: Bender Room, 5th Floor, Bing Wing, Green Library
On Wednesday, February 1, 2012, at 4:00 p.m., the Stanford Libraries, in conjunction with Asian American Studies, the Bill Lane Center for the American West and the Center for East-Asian Studies, will host a talk by K.W. Lee, journalist and activist titled "A Conversation on the Media and Race Relations with K.W. Lee, Journalist and Activist."
Considered the godfather of Asian American journalism, K.W. (short for Kyung Won) Lee’s illustrious career as the first Asian immigrant to work for mainstream daily publications in the continental United States has profoundly shaped the Korean American community's consciousness and activism.
For more information about K.W. Lee and the event, please visit the event page here or contact Ben Stone at bstone@stanford.edu.
Dragon Dance Performance this Friday
Celebrate the year of the dragon with a live performance of the dragondance by Corey Chan and Kei Lun Martial Arts.
Friday, January 27, 7:30pm
920 Sacramento Street (between Powell & Stockton)
San Francisco, CA 94108
See an excerpt of The Celestial Dragon, a film by Corey Chan featuring Kei Lun Martial Arts.
Friday, January 27, 7:30pm
920 Sacramento Street (between Powell & Stockton)
San Francisco, CA 94108
See an excerpt of The Celestial Dragon, a film by Corey Chan featuring Kei Lun Martial Arts.
Fukushima Nuclear Accidents - Interim Report
Kenji Tateiwa, MBA '04, will be giving a talk on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at the Knight Management Center about the Fukushima Nuclear Accidents.
Kenji works for Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) and plans to share his experience and have a Q&A with alumni and students.
Tickets are $10 and registration is required. For more details, visit the Graduate School of Business event website.
Kenji works for Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) and plans to share his experience and have a Q&A with alumni and students.
Tickets are $10 and registration is required. For more details, visit the Graduate School of Business event website.
Meet Professor Dina Okamoto
Professor Okamoto is a candidate for a faculty position in the Department of Sociology
Where: Asian American Activities Center
Old Union Clubhouse, 2nd floor
When: Tuesday, Jan 10, 4-4:50 p.m.
What: Informal Conversation & Welcome for Dina Okamoto
This reception is part of the CCSRE Faculty Diversity Initiative aimed at recruiting faculty whose research focuses on issues of race and ethnicity. Professor Okamoto's research interests include immigration, social movements/ collective behavior, & social psychology. One of her current projects examines pan-ethnic group formation and identity among Asian Americans.
Faculty, staff, alumni, & students are encouraged to come meet a potential faculty member!
Where: Asian American Activities Center
Old Union Clubhouse, 2nd floor
When: Tuesday, Jan 10, 4-4:50 p.m.
What: Informal Conversation & Welcome for Dina Okamoto
This reception is part of the CCSRE Faculty Diversity Initiative aimed at recruiting faculty whose research focuses on issues of race and ethnicity. Professor Okamoto's research interests include immigration, social movements/ collective behavior, & social psychology. One of her current projects examines pan-ethnic group formation and identity among Asian Americans.
Faculty, staff, alumni, & students are encouraged to come meet a potential faculty member!
Meet Professor Jennifer Lee
Professor Lee is a candidate for a faculty position in the Department of Sociology
Where: Asian American Activities Center
Old Union Clubhouse, 2nd floor
When: Thursday, Dec 1, 4-5 p.m.
What: Informal Conversation & Welcome for Jennifer Lee
This reception is part of the CCSRE Faculty Diversity Initiative aimed at recruiting faculty whose research focuses on issues of race and ethnicity. Professor Lee's research interests include immigration and Asian American youth. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to come meet a potential faculty member.
Where: Asian American Activities Center
Old Union Clubhouse, 2nd floor
When: Thursday, Dec 1, 4-5 p.m.
What: Informal Conversation & Welcome for Jennifer Lee
This reception is part of the CCSRE Faculty Diversity Initiative aimed at recruiting faculty whose research focuses on issues of race and ethnicity. Professor Lee's research interests include immigration and Asian American youth. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to come meet a potential faculty member.
Reunion Homecoming Weekend - RECAP
Reunion Homecoming Weekend kicked off on Friday, October 21, with an Open House at the Asian American Activities Center, followed by a reception ceremony for this year's inductees into the Multicultural Alumni Hall of Fame. Bernadine Chuck Fong, BA '66, MA '68, PhD '83, the senior managing partner for the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and president emeritus of Foothill College, was honored for her commitment to educational equity. to In her remarks, Dr. Chuck Fong gave tribute to her father, Dr. Frank Y. Chuck (‘22, PhD ‘25) who was the A3C's first inductee in 1995 and founder of the Chinese Clubhouse at Stanford.
SAPAAC's educational and inspiring Reunion Homecoming Weekend events continued with our annual Town Hall that featured Carmen Sebro, Undergraduate Admissions counselor; James Jordan, SAA Senior Manager of Regions & Diversity Outreach; and Cindy Ng, Associate Dean & Director of the A3C. Alums were concerned to learn that budget cuts implemented in 2008 continue to hurt programming at the A3C, where already reduced staffing has only been reinstated to 11 months FTE and 1 month part-time. SAPAAC encourages alums to join us in advocating for the full restoration of community center budgets. Cindy Ng also announced the departure of A3C’s Assistant Director Shelley Tadaki ('00, MA '03). Shelley will be leaving Stanford in January for new adventures in Los Angeles. A search for the new Assistant Director is currently underway.
Featured Town Hall guest speaker, Tommy Lee Woon, Associate Dean & Director of the brand new Diversity and First Generation Programs, acknowledged that support for first generation students has always been an important part of the work of community centers--particularly as first-gen students currently make up 20% of the undergraduate population. Dean Woon reflected that his work makes more explicit institutional support for first-gen students, and asked alumni to share their "educational heritage--stories about how their families came to attend college or pursue higher education--so that first-gen students know that they are not alone in their experiences.
After a delicious Chinese lunch, we saw a special panel featuring founding members of Southeast Asian American and Pacific Islander student groups. We heard fascinating founding stories as well as reflections from Quynh Tran ‘90, MA ‘92 (SVSA - Stanford Vietnamese Student Association), Rand Quinn ‘93, MA ‘07, PhD ‘11 (PASU - Pilipino American Student Union), Naree Chan ‘06 (SKA - Stanford Khmer Association), and Yang Lor ‘08 (Hmong Student Union). Panelists reflected the role of these groups in building community at Stanford and shaping their personal and professional development, and urged current students to continue their work to connect with and serve off-campus communities.
SAPAAC's educational and inspiring Reunion Homecoming Weekend events continued with our annual Town Hall that featured Carmen Sebro, Undergraduate Admissions counselor; James Jordan, SAA Senior Manager of Regions & Diversity Outreach; and Cindy Ng, Associate Dean & Director of the A3C. Alums were concerned to learn that budget cuts implemented in 2008 continue to hurt programming at the A3C, where already reduced staffing has only been reinstated to 11 months FTE and 1 month part-time. SAPAAC encourages alums to join us in advocating for the full restoration of community center budgets. Cindy Ng also announced the departure of A3C’s Assistant Director Shelley Tadaki ('00, MA '03). Shelley will be leaving Stanford in January for new adventures in Los Angeles. A search for the new Assistant Director is currently underway.
Featured Town Hall guest speaker, Tommy Lee Woon, Associate Dean & Director of the brand new Diversity and First Generation Programs, acknowledged that support for first generation students has always been an important part of the work of community centers--particularly as first-gen students currently make up 20% of the undergraduate population. Dean Woon reflected that his work makes more explicit institutional support for first-gen students, and asked alumni to share their "educational heritage--stories about how their families came to attend college or pursue higher education--so that first-gen students know that they are not alone in their experiences.
After a delicious Chinese lunch, we saw a special panel featuring founding members of Southeast Asian American and Pacific Islander student groups. We heard fascinating founding stories as well as reflections from Quynh Tran ‘90, MA ‘92 (SVSA - Stanford Vietnamese Student Association), Rand Quinn ‘93, MA ‘07, PhD ‘11 (PASU - Pilipino American Student Union), Naree Chan ‘06 (SKA - Stanford Khmer Association), and Yang Lor ‘08 (Hmong Student Union). Panelists reflected the role of these groups in building community at Stanford and shaping their personal and professional development, and urged current students to continue their work to connect with and serve off-campus communities.
Reunion Homecoming Weekend Activities Schedule
Come reconnect with friends and classmates at a number of Asian American community events during Stanford's Reunion Homecoming Weekend, October 21-22. Whether or not it's your reunion year, we hope you'll make plans now to join us for these events hosted by the Asian American Activities Center (A3C), the Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club (SAPAAC), and the Stanford Alumni Association.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2011
- Multicultural Alumni Hall of Fame
4:30 - 6:00pm
Tresidder Union Oak Room
Celebrate the achievements of the 2011 inductees into the
Multicultural Alumni Hall of Fame on Friday, October 21,
honoring Bernadine Chuck Fong, ’66, MA ’68, PhD ’83, and
others.
- Asian American Activities Center (A3C) Open House
1:30 - 3:00pm
Old Union Clubhouse
Reconnect with the community, meet current students, and
take a tour of the A3C.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2011
- SAPAAC Town Hall Meeting
11:30 am – 12:45 pm
Cardinal Room, Old Union Clubhouse
Come get an update on the Asian American community and
what have been the relevant issues facing Asian Americans
on campus today. Special guest speaker includes Tommy
Woon, the first Director of Diversity and First Generation
Programs at Stanford.
- Asian American Community Lunch
12:45 pm – 1:30 pm
A3C Ballroom, Old Union Clubhouse
Meet up with old friends and make new connections over a
delicious, catered lunch! FREE!
- Alumni Panel
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
A3C Ballroom, Old Union Clubhouse
Immediately following lunch, stay for the special alumni panel
entitled ‘Legacies: Stories of the Southeast Asian American &
Pacific Islander Community at Stanford.’ Featured panelists
include founding members of the Stanford Vietnamese
Student Association, the Pilipino American Student Union,
the Stanford Khmer Association, and the Hmong Student
Union.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2011
- Multicultural Alumni Hall of Fame
4:30 - 6:00pm
Tresidder Union Oak Room
Celebrate the achievements of the 2011 inductees into the
Multicultural Alumni Hall of Fame on Friday, October 21,
honoring Bernadine Chuck Fong, ’66, MA ’68, PhD ’83, and
others.
- Asian American Activities Center (A3C) Open House
1:30 - 3:00pm
Old Union Clubhouse
Reconnect with the community, meet current students, and
take a tour of the A3C.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2011
- SAPAAC Town Hall Meeting
11:30 am – 12:45 pm
Cardinal Room, Old Union Clubhouse
Come get an update on the Asian American community and
what have been the relevant issues facing Asian Americans
on campus today. Special guest speaker includes Tommy
Woon, the first Director of Diversity and First Generation
Programs at Stanford.
- Asian American Community Lunch
12:45 pm – 1:30 pm
A3C Ballroom, Old Union Clubhouse
Meet up with old friends and make new connections over a
delicious, catered lunch! FREE!
- Alumni Panel
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
A3C Ballroom, Old Union Clubhouse
Immediately following lunch, stay for the special alumni panel
entitled ‘Legacies: Stories of the Southeast Asian American &
Pacific Islander Community at Stanford.’ Featured panelists
include founding members of the Stanford Vietnamese
Student Association, the Pilipino American Student Union,
the Stanford Khmer Association, and the Hmong Student
Union.
Past Events & Excursions
An Evening with
Congressman Mike Honda
(Special talk and reception)
Monday, May 16, 2011
6:30pm - General Talk
Tresidder Memorial Union, Oak West Room, 459 Lagunita Drive, Stanford
7:15pm - Private Reception
Black Community Services Center
418 Santa Teresa Street, Stanford
*Please RSVP for reception
Price: General Talk FREE;
Reception please RSVP at http://pgnet.stanford.edu/goto/event7904reg
FREE for SAPAAC members and $10 for non members
Contact Zheng Huang '99 zhengyu.huang@gmail.com
Celebrate API Heritage Month with SAPAAC and Mike Honda (Chair of Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus and Vice Chair of DNC) as the Congressman talks about the state of Asian American electoral politics and the general political landscape today. Congressman Honda will also talk about the importance of cross coalition and community building, including connecting the lessons from Japanese American internment with post-9/11 Muslim American experiences. The Congressman's talk, which is free and open to the public, will be followed by a private reception.
This event is cosponsored by the Stanford Asian American Activism Committee (SAAAC)
Congressman Mike Honda
(Special talk and reception)
Monday, May 16, 2011
6:30pm - General Talk
Tresidder Memorial Union, Oak West Room, 459 Lagunita Drive, Stanford
7:15pm - Private Reception
Black Community Services Center
418 Santa Teresa Street, Stanford
*Please RSVP for reception
Price: General Talk FREE;
Reception please RSVP at http://pgnet.stanford.edu/goto/event7904reg
FREE for SAPAAC members and $10 for non members
Contact Zheng Huang '99 zhengyu.huang@gmail.com
Celebrate API Heritage Month with SAPAAC and Mike Honda (Chair of Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus and Vice Chair of DNC) as the Congressman talks about the state of Asian American electoral politics and the general political landscape today. Congressman Honda will also talk about the importance of cross coalition and community building, including connecting the lessons from Japanese American internment with post-9/11 Muslim American experiences. The Congressman's talk, which is free and open to the public, will be followed by a private reception.
This event is cosponsored by the Stanford Asian American Activism Committee (SAAAC)
Spotlight on Asian American Film
Screening & Discussion with Filmmaker Jason Nou
Sunday, May 22
7:00 p.m.
Location: Skilling Auditorium (Click for map)
494 Lomita Mall, Stanford
Price: FREE, dessert/refreshments will be served
Questions: Contact Linda Tran '06,'07 at lindamtran@gmail.com
Join us for an informal screening and discussion with Stanford staff member and filmmaker Jason Nou, whose short film "Hip Star" was recently featured in this year's SF International Asian American Festival. Jason will screen Hip Star, along with a few of his other shorts, and talk about his experiences as an Asian American filmmaker working to tell Asian American related stories. He is also an ambassador for CAAM (Center for Asian American Media www.caamedia.org) and will discuss the role and work of CAAM in supporting and furthering Asian American film and art.
This event is co-sponsored by the student Asian American Theater Project (AATP).
Click here for more info on Jason Nou and his hip star film.
Screening & Discussion with Filmmaker Jason Nou
Sunday, May 22
7:00 p.m.
Location: Skilling Auditorium (Click for map)
494 Lomita Mall, Stanford
Price: FREE, dessert/refreshments will be served
Questions: Contact Linda Tran '06,'07 at lindamtran@gmail.com
Join us for an informal screening and discussion with Stanford staff member and filmmaker Jason Nou, whose short film "Hip Star" was recently featured in this year's SF International Asian American Festival. Jason will screen Hip Star, along with a few of his other shorts, and talk about his experiences as an Asian American filmmaker working to tell Asian American related stories. He is also an ambassador for CAAM (Center for Asian American Media www.caamedia.org) and will discuss the role and work of CAAM in supporting and furthering Asian American film and art.
This event is co-sponsored by the student Asian American Theater Project (AATP).
Click here for more info on Jason Nou and his hip star film.
SAPAAC Event:
South Asian Bone Marrow Donor Registry Drive
as part of
"Beyond the Farm" - Stanford's Alumni Day Of Service
Saturday, May 14, 2011
11:00am - 3:00pm
Sunnyvale Hindu Temple and Community Center
450 Persian Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94089
8:30am - 12:15pm
India Community Center
525 Los Coches Street Milpitas, CA 95035
The National Bone Marrow Donor Program Registry has a severe shortage of ethnic minority donors, particularly South Asians. A few swabs of the cheek is all that's needed to register as a donor and become a potential lifesaver.
Volunteers (ages 16 and up) at the bone marrow registry drive will help educate, recruit, and register donors. Training will be provided. Light snacks will be available, but participants should feel free to bring a bag lunch.
This project is presented by the Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club (SAPAAC) in partnership with the Asian American Donor Program and 100K Cheeks.
To register:
https://www.cervistech.com/acts/console.php?console_id=0032&console_type=event
Search for: "Sunnyvale: South Asian Bone Marrow Drive"
or "Milpitas: Bone Marrow Registry Drive"
Info about Asian American Donor Program:
Be the one to save a life. Become a marrow/ blood stem cell donor.
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2247336399
Twitter: http://twitter.com/aadp
Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/aadpasia
Pay It Forward
It costs $100 in lab fees and administrative to enter one donor into the Be the Match Registry. This cost is now paid for by a combination of donations from the community and a grant from the HRSA. However, these funds are not inexhaustible. AADP needs more help from the community and individuals like you to continue to make donor registration accessible to everyone.
http://www.aadp.org/donate
Info about 100K Cheeks:
Swab a Cheek. Save a Life.
bit.ly/swabacheek
bit.ly/oi-bonemarrow
bit.ly/haas100k
South Asian Bone Marrow Donor Registry Drive
as part of
"Beyond the Farm" - Stanford's Alumni Day Of Service
Saturday, May 14, 2011
11:00am - 3:00pm
Sunnyvale Hindu Temple and Community Center
450 Persian Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94089
8:30am - 12:15pm
India Community Center
525 Los Coches Street Milpitas, CA 95035
The National Bone Marrow Donor Program Registry has a severe shortage of ethnic minority donors, particularly South Asians. A few swabs of the cheek is all that's needed to register as a donor and become a potential lifesaver.
Volunteers (ages 16 and up) at the bone marrow registry drive will help educate, recruit, and register donors. Training will be provided. Light snacks will be available, but participants should feel free to bring a bag lunch.
This project is presented by the Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club (SAPAAC) in partnership with the Asian American Donor Program and 100K Cheeks.
To register:
https://www.cervistech.com/acts/console.php?console_id=0032&console_type=event
Search for: "Sunnyvale: South Asian Bone Marrow Drive"
or "Milpitas: Bone Marrow Registry Drive"
Info about Asian American Donor Program:
Be the one to save a life. Become a marrow/ blood stem cell donor.
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2247336399
Twitter: http://twitter.com/aadp
Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/aadpasia
Pay It Forward
It costs $100 in lab fees and administrative to enter one donor into the Be the Match Registry. This cost is now paid for by a combination of donations from the community and a grant from the HRSA. However, these funds are not inexhaustible. AADP needs more help from the community and individuals like you to continue to make donor registration accessible to everyone.
http://www.aadp.org/donate
Info about 100K Cheeks:
Swab a Cheek. Save a Life.
bit.ly/swabacheek
bit.ly/oi-bonemarrow
bit.ly/haas100k
SAPAAC Event:
Beyond the Farm - Stanford's Alumni Day of Service
Martin Luther King Jr. Shoreline Park Clean-Up
Saturday, May 14, 2011
10:00am - 3:00pm
MLK, Jr. Shoreline Park in Oakland, CA
Volunteers will help park staff at Martin L. King. Jr. Regional Shoreline Park enhance the beautiful bay shoreline with trash clean up and invasive plant removal.
Volunteers (ages 7 and up) should be in good physical health. No special training required.
To register:
https://www.cervistech.com/acts/console.php?console_id=0032&console_type=event
Search for: "Oakland:MLK, Jr. Shoreline Park Clean-up"
Beyond the Farm - Stanford's Alumni Day of Service
Martin Luther King Jr. Shoreline Park Clean-Up
Saturday, May 14, 2011
10:00am - 3:00pm
MLK, Jr. Shoreline Park in Oakland, CA
Volunteers will help park staff at Martin L. King. Jr. Regional Shoreline Park enhance the beautiful bay shoreline with trash clean up and invasive plant removal.
Volunteers (ages 7 and up) should be in good physical health. No special training required.
To register:
https://www.cervistech.com/acts/console.php?console_id=0032&console_type=event
Search for: "Oakland:MLK, Jr. Shoreline Park Clean-up"
2011 Stanford Asian American Community Awards
May 12, 2011
6-9pm
at Paul Brest Hall, Munger Residences
Dr. Fidelia Butt will be presented with the 2011 Alumni Award.
Stanford Asian American Awards was created by the Asian American Activities Center (A3C) Advisory Board, which has served as an advocacy board to the Asian, Asian American, and larger Stanford communities. Since its inception in 1990, the board has consistently promoted a greater awareness of Asian American students at Stanford and has assisted the A3C in serving students more effectively. This award ceremony gathers members of the Stanford Asian American community and recognizes individuals for their tremendous service, achievement, and dedication.
Click here for more info
May 12, 2011
6-9pm
at Paul Brest Hall, Munger Residences
Dr. Fidelia Butt will be presented with the 2011 Alumni Award.
Stanford Asian American Awards was created by the Asian American Activities Center (A3C) Advisory Board, which has served as an advocacy board to the Asian, Asian American, and larger Stanford communities. Since its inception in 1990, the board has consistently promoted a greater awareness of Asian American students at Stanford and has assisted the A3C in serving students more effectively. This award ceremony gathers members of the Stanford Asian American community and recognizes individuals for their tremendous service, achievement, and dedication.
Click here for more info
REGISTER NOW!!
2011 Stanford Asian American Community Awards Banquet
Thursday, May 12, 2011
6-9pm
Paul Brest Hall at Munger Graduate Residences
Click HERE to Register
2011 Stanford Asian American Community Awards Banquet
Thursday, May 12, 2011
6-9pm
Paul Brest Hall at Munger Graduate Residences
Click HERE to Register
SAPAAC Event:
An Evening with Richard Cheu '59
(Special presentation and dinner)
Sunday, April 10, 2011
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Asian American Activities Center
(Old Union Clubhouse, Stanford)
FREE - Dinner is also provided
RSVP to Linda Tran lmtran@stanfordalumni.org by Thurs, 4/7.
Public historian and author Richard Cheu (Class of ‘59) will present original research from his upcoming book, Excluded Americans: The Silent Generation of American-born Chinese in the Exclusion Era, 1882 to 1968. Cheu’s research represents the only primary source data for this largely ignored generation. All his tape recorded oral histories and interviews were donated to the Hoover Institution in 2009. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. Dinner is also provided.
RSVP is not required to attend but will help organizers plan accordingly.
This event is co-sponsored by the Asian American Graduate Student Association (AAGSA), the Asian American Student Association (AASA), the Undergraduate Chinese American Association (UCAA), and the Department of Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity (CSRE).
For more information on the book and author, visit: www.excludedamericans.com
An Evening with Richard Cheu '59
(Special presentation and dinner)
Sunday, April 10, 2011
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Asian American Activities Center
(Old Union Clubhouse, Stanford)
FREE - Dinner is also provided
RSVP to Linda Tran lmtran@stanfordalumni.org by Thurs, 4/7.
Public historian and author Richard Cheu (Class of ‘59) will present original research from his upcoming book, Excluded Americans: The Silent Generation of American-born Chinese in the Exclusion Era, 1882 to 1968. Cheu’s research represents the only primary source data for this largely ignored generation. All his tape recorded oral histories and interviews were donated to the Hoover Institution in 2009. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. Dinner is also provided.
RSVP is not required to attend but will help organizers plan accordingly.
This event is co-sponsored by the Asian American Graduate Student Association (AAGSA), the Asian American Student Association (AASA), the Undergraduate Chinese American Association (UCAA), and the Department of Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity (CSRE).
For more information on the book and author, visit: www.excludedamericans.com
SAPAAC Event:
The Wall Street of China: Making Movies in the Middle Kingdom
Postponed
5:30pm
Cubberley Auditorium, Stanford University
FREE
Speakers:
Christina Yao, Director of "Empire of Silver"
Ban Wang, Professor in Chinese Studies
Matthew Sommer, Professor in History
George Qiao, History Department
Why is a business group one century ago relevant to our understanding of China today? Is the same private entrepreneurship in China from that era experiencing a revival now? Through what magic formula did the Shanxi merchants, the most powerful merchant group in pre-modern China, dominate the finance and commerce worlds of China for 500 years? In this presentation/roundtable discussion, speakers will also talk about the socio-economic significance of the banking system in Shanxi, the business culture of the merchants, and the design and the making of the movie.
This event is co-sponsored by the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures, the Confucious Institute at Stanford University, and the Center for East Asian Studies, and supported by SAPAAC.
For more info, contact Carmen Suen at csuen88@stanford.edu
The Wall Street of China: Making Movies in the Middle Kingdom
Postponed
5:30pm
Cubberley Auditorium, Stanford University
FREE
Speakers:
Christina Yao, Director of "Empire of Silver"
Ban Wang, Professor in Chinese Studies
Matthew Sommer, Professor in History
George Qiao, History Department
Why is a business group one century ago relevant to our understanding of China today? Is the same private entrepreneurship in China from that era experiencing a revival now? Through what magic formula did the Shanxi merchants, the most powerful merchant group in pre-modern China, dominate the finance and commerce worlds of China for 500 years? In this presentation/roundtable discussion, speakers will also talk about the socio-economic significance of the banking system in Shanxi, the business culture of the merchants, and the design and the making of the movie.
This event is co-sponsored by the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures, the Confucious Institute at Stanford University, and the Center for East Asian Studies, and supported by SAPAAC.
For more info, contact Carmen Suen at csuen88@stanford.edu
SAPAAC Excursion:
SAPAAC at the Movies: 'Saigon Electric' Screening
(SF Int'l Asian American Film Festival in San Jose)
Saturday, March 19
3:15 p.m.
Camera 12 Cinemas, 201 South 2nd Street, San Jose, CA
Price: $12 general admission ticket (please purchase directly from vendor)
RSVP: Contact Linda Tran at lmtran@stanfordalumni.org for more info.
The SF Int'l Asian American Film Festival is coming to San Jose for the 10th year in a row! Join SAPAAC for a film screening of 'Saigon Electric', a fresh, cinematic urban story about contemporary Vietnamese youth culture, dance, and hip-hop. Stay afterwards to mix and mingle with old and new SAPAAC friends while grabbing a yummy treat from near-by Ben & Jerry's ice cream shop.
For movie synopsis and trailer, visit http://caam.gala-engine.com/2011/films-events/film/114/
General festival information can be found here: http://caamedia.org/.
SAPAAC at the Movies: 'Saigon Electric' Screening
(SF Int'l Asian American Film Festival in San Jose)
Saturday, March 19
3:15 p.m.
Camera 12 Cinemas, 201 South 2nd Street, San Jose, CA
Price: $12 general admission ticket (please purchase directly from vendor)
RSVP: Contact Linda Tran at lmtran@stanfordalumni.org for more info.
The SF Int'l Asian American Film Festival is coming to San Jose for the 10th year in a row! Join SAPAAC for a film screening of 'Saigon Electric', a fresh, cinematic urban story about contemporary Vietnamese youth culture, dance, and hip-hop. Stay afterwards to mix and mingle with old and new SAPAAC friends while grabbing a yummy treat from near-by Ben & Jerry's ice cream shop.
For movie synopsis and trailer, visit http://caam.gala-engine.com/2011/films-events/film/114/
General festival information can be found here: http://caamedia.org/.
SAPAAC Event:
Hidden Villa
Sunday, February 27
12 noon - 3pm
Join SAPAAC for a picnic lunch, followed by a self-guided tour of a fully functioning farm and organic vegetable garden. Get up close and personal with farm animals, including cows, pigs, sheep, lamb, and chickens. Great for families and children!
Contact Todd Han for more info.
Hidden Villa
Sunday, February 27
12 noon - 3pm
Join SAPAAC for a picnic lunch, followed by a self-guided tour of a fully functioning farm and organic vegetable garden. Get up close and personal with farm animals, including cows, pigs, sheep, lamb, and chickens. Great for families and children!
Contact Todd Han for more info.
SAPAAC Excursion
SAPAAC Alumni Day of Service with Second Harvest Food Bank
Saturday, December 11, 2010
On December 11, 2010, twenty enthusiastic Stanford alumni, family members, and friends helped the Second Harvest Food Bank in San Carlos prepare thousands of pounds of food for low-income households in the Bay Area. Thank you for helping those less fortunate in our community!
SAPAAC Alumni Day of Service with Second Harvest Food Bank
Saturday, December 11, 2010
On December 11, 2010, twenty enthusiastic Stanford alumni, family members, and friends helped the Second Harvest Food Bank in San Carlos prepare thousands of pounds of food for low-income households in the Bay Area. Thank you for helping those less fortunate in our community!
SAPAAC Excursion
SAPAAC at Golden State Warriors Game with Jeremy Lin
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Thank you SAPAAC members for making our trip to see Jeremy Lin and the Warriors a success. It was great to see such a great turnout for our event, even though the Giants were playing in the World Series. We sold out all 50 of our tickets, so make sure to RSVP early for the next SAPAAC event.
The Warriors eked out a 132-128 victory over the Houston Rockets, with Monta Ellis scoring 46 points in the fast paced game. Unfortunately Jeremy Lin was not activated for the game so we did not get to see him play. But that did not stop us from enjoying the game, and reconnecting with our fellow SAPAAC members.
SAPAAC at Golden State Warriors Game with Jeremy Lin
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Thank you SAPAAC members for making our trip to see Jeremy Lin and the Warriors a success. It was great to see such a great turnout for our event, even though the Giants were playing in the World Series. We sold out all 50 of our tickets, so make sure to RSVP early for the next SAPAAC event.
The Warriors eked out a 132-128 victory over the Houston Rockets, with Monta Ellis scoring 46 points in the fast paced game. Unfortunately Jeremy Lin was not activated for the game so we did not get to see him play. But that did not stop us from enjoying the game, and reconnecting with our fellow SAPAAC members.
SAPAAC Event & Excursion
Reunion Homecoming Weekend
SAPAAC Events
Thursday, October 21 – Sunday, October 24
A festive, educational, and inspiring time for all the students and alums who attended this year's SAPAAC RHW events. Folks who attended SAPAAC's annual Town Hall Meeting, community lunch, and panel on activism and community building were introduced to new staff serving the APA community: Carmen Vice '09 - Undergraduate Admissions counselor and Julius Paras '91 - SAA Manager of Group Affinities & Diversity Outreach; current student perspectives on life at Stanford by Melissa Luu '12 and Steven Bhutra '12; updates on SAPAAC activities and advocacy efforts by SAPAAC President, Kathryn Chow Han '98, and Board members, Linda Tran '06 and Kevin Gao '06, After a lunch of Thai food to fill our stomachs, we were treated to reflections on the past 40 years of the Stanford APA student community by some of the alums who were a big part of that history: Francis Wong '79, Elsa Tsutaoka '87, Julius Paras '91, and Linda Tran '06. The afternoon panel was capped off by a beautiful performance of Amazing Grace by panelist, Francis Wong, jazz musician and co-founder of Asian Improv aRts. As Elsa Tsutaoka noted soon afterwards, “Francis sure sounds a lot better now than when he was a student.”
SAPAAC Event & Excursion
Dim Sum in New York City
Sunday, August 29
Around twelve Stanford alumni, including many recent grads, came to New York City Chinatown for yummy dim sum last month. Old friends re-connected and new friendships were also made. Many thanks to Theresa Zhen '09 for hosting. We hope to see you at the next NYC event! Photos:
Dim Sum in New York City
Sunday, August 29
Around twelve Stanford alumni, including many recent grads, came to New York City Chinatown for yummy dim sum last month. Old friends re-connected and new friendships were also made. Many thanks to Theresa Zhen '09 for hosting. We hope to see you at the next NYC event! Photos:
SAPAAC Event & Excursion
4th Annual Pan-Asian Alumni BBQ
Saturday, July 31
11:30am - 3pm
Crissy Field, San Francisco
Price: $15 if pre-paid, $20 on-site
RSVP: http://panasianalumnibbq2010.eventbrite.com/
SAPAAC contact: Kevin Gao, '06 (kevingao1@gmail.com)
The annual Pan Asian Alumni BBQ will be at Crissy Field in San Francisco and will feature alumni from Stanford and 8 other universities including UPenn, Yale, Columbia, Harvard, and more. The ticket price includes hamburgers, hot dogs, vegetarian options, and tons of snacks and other goodies. Come have fun and meet fellow alums!
4th Annual Pan-Asian Alumni BBQ
Saturday, July 31
11:30am - 3pm
Crissy Field, San Francisco
Price: $15 if pre-paid, $20 on-site
RSVP: http://panasianalumnibbq2010.eventbrite.com/
SAPAAC contact: Kevin Gao, '06 (kevingao1@gmail.com)
The annual Pan Asian Alumni BBQ will be at Crissy Field in San Francisco and will feature alumni from Stanford and 8 other universities including UPenn, Yale, Columbia, Harvard, and more. The ticket price includes hamburgers, hot dogs, vegetarian options, and tons of snacks and other goodies. Come have fun and meet fellow alums!
SAPAAC Excursion
Stroller Hike around Stanford
Saturday, June 5
9:00 -11:00 a.m.
Meets at Dinkelspiel Auditorium
Price: Free
RSVP: Patricia Ho ’03 at hpatricia@stanfordalumni.org
Come mingle with Stanford Asian American families with young children or babies and enjoy the California sunshine and fresh air. Meet in front of Dinkelspiel Auditorium for a walk around campus with your little one(s). Bring sunscreen, water, stroller or carrier. We'll walk around the stroller-friendly terrain of the campus.
Organizer: Patricia Ho ’03 at hpatricia@stanfordalumni.org, Stacie Cheng
Stroller Hike around Stanford
Saturday, June 5
9:00 -11:00 a.m.
Meets at Dinkelspiel Auditorium
Price: Free
RSVP: Patricia Ho ’03 at hpatricia@stanfordalumni.org
Come mingle with Stanford Asian American families with young children or babies and enjoy the California sunshine and fresh air. Meet in front of Dinkelspiel Auditorium for a walk around campus with your little one(s). Bring sunscreen, water, stroller or carrier. We'll walk around the stroller-friendly terrain of the campus.
Organizer: Patricia Ho ’03 at hpatricia@stanfordalumni.org, Stacie Cheng
SAPAAC Event & Excursion
Leading Matters (SF Bay Area)
Wednesday, May 22, 6:00p-9:00p
Santa Clara Convention Center
RSVP here.
Organizers: Kathryn Chow, Maria Chow Zajac, Sandy Yuen, Ron Nakao, Kevin Gao, Stanford Alumni Association
Leading Matters (SF Bay Area)
Wednesday, May 22, 6:00p-9:00p
Santa Clara Convention Center
RSVP here.
Organizers: Kathryn Chow, Maria Chow Zajac, Sandy Yuen, Ron Nakao, Kevin Gao, Stanford Alumni Association
SAPAAC Event Recommendation
Parijat Desai Dance Company Performance & Reception
Thursday, May 6
7 - 8 p.m. Performance, 8 - 9 p.m. Reception
No charge
SF Asian Art Museum (ww.asianart.org)
RSVPs for the reception are appreciated but not required to Raphe Beck, '92, at raphe@stanford.edu
Stanford in Entertainment Bay Area is proud to announce a dance demonstration by New York-based choreographer Parijat Desai, '92, at the SF Asian Art Museum on Thursday, May 6, followed by a reception with the performers.
New York-based choreographer Parijat Desai will present excerpts of her work blending Indian classical and American postmodern dance. Desai will discuss movement origins and ideas behind her work and reflect on the creative process. Seven dancers from Stanford will perform "Rewired," which Desai staged as an artist-in-residence at Stanford last year, with Dance Professor Diane Frank co-directing.
Following the performance, all Stanford alumni and their guests are invited to a reception with Desai the performers at Cafe Asia, located in the museum. Appetizers and soft drinks are on SIE; additional food and alcohol will be available for purchase.
Parijat Desai Dance Company Performance & Reception
Thursday, May 6
7 - 8 p.m. Performance, 8 - 9 p.m. Reception
No charge
SF Asian Art Museum (ww.asianart.org)
RSVPs for the reception are appreciated but not required to Raphe Beck, '92, at raphe@stanford.edu
Stanford in Entertainment Bay Area is proud to announce a dance demonstration by New York-based choreographer Parijat Desai, '92, at the SF Asian Art Museum on Thursday, May 6, followed by a reception with the performers.
- "Rewiring the Body: Indian Classical Dance Meets Postmodern"
- A Lecture/Demonstration by Parijat Desai with Stanford Dancers
New York-based choreographer Parijat Desai will present excerpts of her work blending Indian classical and American postmodern dance. Desai will discuss movement origins and ideas behind her work and reflect on the creative process. Seven dancers from Stanford will perform "Rewired," which Desai staged as an artist-in-residence at Stanford last year, with Dance Professor Diane Frank co-directing.
Following the performance, all Stanford alumni and their guests are invited to a reception with Desai the performers at Cafe Asia, located in the museum. Appetizers and soft drinks are on SIE; additional food and alcohol will be available for purchase.
- Parijat Desai Dance Company: www.parijatdesai.org
- Parijat Desai in Stanford Magazine: www.stanfordalumni.org/news/magazine/2009/janfeb/show/desai.html
- Rewired" performed at Stanford's Cantor Museum (2009) http://vimeo.com/10791785
SAPAAC Event & ExcursionA3C Asian American Community Awards
Wednesday, May 5, 6:00p-9:00p
Paul Brest Hall at Munger
(Wilbur underground parking)
RSVP Now! (by April 26)
Organizers: Sandy Yuen, sandy[dot]yuen@sbcglobal[dot]net, A3C Advisory Board, Fidelia Butt, Stacie Cheng, Jon Chow
SAPAAC Event & Excursion
Diversity Week Happy Hour
Friday, April 16, 5:30p-7:30p
Melt Ultra Lounge, 544 Emerson Street, Palo Alto
Come mix and mingle with members of the Graduate Student Council - Diversity Advocacy Committee, Stanford's Diversity Officers, and Stanford Alumni interested in their alma mater's diversity initiatives. This event is co-sponsored by the Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club, Stanford Chicano Latino Alum Association Nor Cal, Stanford Black Alumni, and Stanford Native American Alumni Association Nor Cal. This Happy Hour is a part of Diversity Week at Stanford.
Organizer: Courtney Bonam
Diversity Week Happy Hour
Friday, April 16, 5:30p-7:30p
Melt Ultra Lounge, 544 Emerson Street, Palo Alto
Come mix and mingle with members of the Graduate Student Council - Diversity Advocacy Committee, Stanford's Diversity Officers, and Stanford Alumni interested in their alma mater's diversity initiatives. This event is co-sponsored by the Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club, Stanford Chicano Latino Alum Association Nor Cal, Stanford Black Alumni, and Stanford Native American Alumni Association Nor Cal. This Happy Hour is a part of Diversity Week at Stanford.
Organizer: Courtney Bonam
SAA Alumni Day of Service - SAPAAC Project
Full Circle Farm in Sunnyvale
Saturday, March 27, 9:45 am and 1:00pm
Over 15 alumni, friends, and family volunteered at Full Circle Farms in Sunnyvale for pluot tree planting, soil sifting, and snap pea harvesting!
Organizers: Julius Paras, NaSun Cho
Full Circle Farm in Sunnyvale
Saturday, March 27, 9:45 am and 1:00pm
Over 15 alumni, friends, and family volunteered at Full Circle Farms in Sunnyvale for pluot tree planting, soil sifting, and snap pea harvesting!
Organizers: Julius Paras, NaSun Cho
SAA Alumni Day of Service - CSRE Project
Beautify the Mural Music & Arts Project - East Palo Alto
Saturday, March 27, 10am - 3pm
Work in partnership with Mural, Music and the Arts Project in East Palo Alto to ready their new facilities for the services they provide to youth and the local community. Volunteers participated in beautification projects including painting, planting, creating signage, and light carpentry work.
Organizers: Cynthia Liao, in partnership with alumni of the program in Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity at Stanford
Beautify the Mural Music & Arts Project - East Palo Alto
Saturday, March 27, 10am - 3pm
Work in partnership with Mural, Music and the Arts Project in East Palo Alto to ready their new facilities for the services they provide to youth and the local community. Volunteers participated in beautification projects including painting, planting, creating signage, and light carpentry work.
Organizers: Cynthia Liao, in partnership with alumni of the program in Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity at Stanford
2010 Stanford Historical Society Special Presentation
"As Old as the University Itself: The History of Asian Americans at Stanford"
"As Old as the University Itself: The History of Asian Americans at Stanford"
Wednesday, March 10, 5:15 - 6:15 pmOak East Lounge, Tresidder Union, Stanford University
Professor Gordon H. Chang, Professor of History & Chair of Asian American Studies, shares the unknown stories of Stanford's Asian Americans in the early days of the University.
Organizers: Charlotte Kwok Glasser (Stanford Historical Society)
* Photo of Gordon H. Chang & Yoko Ono from Imagine Peace archive. 2009 Stanford Lecture.
2010 YMCA San Francisco Chinatown
Chinese New Year "Year of the Tiger" 5K/10K Run
On Sunday, February 21, hundreds of runners braved the rain to participate in this annual fundraiser to kick off the lunar new year!
Organizers: Julius Paras, Jon Chow
Chinese New Year "Year of the Tiger" 5K/10K Run
On Sunday, February 21, hundreds of runners braved the rain to participate in this annual fundraiser to kick off the lunar new year!
Organizers: Julius Paras, Jon Chow
2010 Asian American Theater Project (AATP) 30th Anniversary presents "FOB" by David Henry Hwang
Saturday, February 20
3:00pm -- Matinee Show
5:00pm -- “FOB” Alumni Panel featuring David Henry Hwang ‘79
Stanford University -- Nitery Theater (above El Centro Chicano)
6:00pm -- “FOB” Book Signing and Reception
Stanford University -- A3C Ballroom, Old Union Clubhouse
Price: $10
The Asian American Theater Project (AATP) restages David Henry Hwang’s career-launching play, “FOB.” Originally produced in 1978 in Junipero (now Okada House) by founding members of AATP, “FOB” went on to premier on Off-Broadway and win an Obie Award. Reserve tickets online at http://bit.ly/fob2010. SAPAAC members, contact Cynthia Liao '09 discount ticket information.
Following the matinee show, award-winning playwright David Henry Hwang ’79 and original “FOB” cast and crew members Hope Nakamura ’82 and Nancy Takahashi Hatamiya ’81 reminisce about the beginning of Asian American theater at Stanford. Moderated by co-founding member Lisa Pan ’81.
Meet the panelists and have your copy of “FOB” signed by original “FOB” cast and crew members! Look back on 30 years of Asian American theater at Stanford through our history display. Refreshments provided.
SAPAAC is collecting flyers, programs, newsletters, props, pictures, etc. from alumni and students as part of its Asian American History Preservation initiative. If you have any of these items, please contact Ron Nakao. After the FOB events, these materials will be preserved in Stanford University Library’s archives.
Organizers: Cynthia Liao, Henry Tsai, Karen Young, Ron Nakao (history display)
Saturday, February 20
3:00pm -- Matinee Show
5:00pm -- “FOB” Alumni Panel featuring David Henry Hwang ‘79
Stanford University -- Nitery Theater (above El Centro Chicano)
6:00pm -- “FOB” Book Signing and Reception
Stanford University -- A3C Ballroom, Old Union Clubhouse
Price: $10
The Asian American Theater Project (AATP) restages David Henry Hwang’s career-launching play, “FOB.” Originally produced in 1978 in Junipero (now Okada House) by founding members of AATP, “FOB” went on to premier on Off-Broadway and win an Obie Award. Reserve tickets online at http://bit.ly/fob2010. SAPAAC members, contact Cynthia Liao '09 discount ticket information.
Following the matinee show, award-winning playwright David Henry Hwang ’79 and original “FOB” cast and crew members Hope Nakamura ’82 and Nancy Takahashi Hatamiya ’81 reminisce about the beginning of Asian American theater at Stanford. Moderated by co-founding member Lisa Pan ’81.
Meet the panelists and have your copy of “FOB” signed by original “FOB” cast and crew members! Look back on 30 years of Asian American theater at Stanford through our history display. Refreshments provided.
SAPAAC is collecting flyers, programs, newsletters, props, pictures, etc. from alumni and students as part of its Asian American History Preservation initiative. If you have any of these items, please contact Ron Nakao. After the FOB events, these materials will be preserved in Stanford University Library’s archives.
Organizers: Cynthia Liao, Henry Tsai, Karen Young, Ron Nakao (history display)
2010 PASU 20th Anniversary Reunion
From Friday, January 29, through Sunday, January 31, PASU alumni enjoyed reconnecting with one another, special guests, and current students on campus for a weekend of "Celebrating Pamilya."Organizers: Charles Amaya, Paula de los Angeles, Rand Quinn, Leslie Mercado, Diana Austria, Sheila Laqui, Kuusela Hilo, Julius Paras
2009 SAPAAC Alumni Winter Day of Service
On Dec 5, 2009, enthusiastic alumni, family members, and Stanford parents participated in our excursion to help the Second Harvest Food Bank in San Jose sort thousands of pounds of food items for low-income households in the Bay Area.
Organizers: Fidelia Butt, Maria Chow Zajac
On Dec 5, 2009, enthusiastic alumni, family members, and Stanford parents participated in our excursion to help the Second Harvest Food Bank in San Jose sort thousands of pounds of food items for low-income households in the Bay Area.
Organizers: Fidelia Butt, Maria Chow Zajac
2009 SAPAAC Reunion Homecoming Weekend Events
Our events took place throughout Reunion Weekend (Oct 24 -25, 2009) and were a hit! Special thanks to those who attended the SAPAAC Town Hall Meeting, Stanford Admissions Workshop, A3C Mini-Reunions and Asian Americans 'Origins' Panel.Organizers: Ron Nakao, Sandy Yuen, Cindy Ng, et al
2008 SAPAAC Holiday Volunteer Service Event
On Dec 20, 2008, SAPAAC members got together to assemble winter care packages to be distributed to the homeless of San Jose. It was a great gesture and a fun time!
Organizers: Maria Chow, Fidelia Butt
2008 SAPAAC Laughs! Asian American Comedy Night
SAPAAC members shared a great night of food and laughs together at an Asian American comedy show at the Le Petit Trianon Theater on Oct 25, 2008!
Organizers: Mae Lee, Ron Nakao
On Dec 20, 2008, SAPAAC members got together to assemble winter care packages to be distributed to the homeless of San Jose. It was a great gesture and a fun time!
Organizers: Maria Chow, Fidelia Butt
2008 SAPAAC Laughs! Asian American Comedy Night
SAPAAC members shared a great night of food and laughs together at an Asian American comedy show at the Le Petit Trianon Theater on Oct 25, 2008!
Organizers: Mae Lee, Ron Nakao
Upcoming 2011 Events & Excursions
SAPAAC is looking for Excursion Leaders & Social (Media) Butterflies! Have an idea for an Asian American alumni event or interested in organizing a small group to attend a community event together (e.g. film festivals, museum exhibits, restaurants)? Enjoy sharing the latest Stanford news and goings on with fellow alumni and friends on Facebook? Contact Paul Choi or Linda Tran for help with pulling your project together.
2011 Membership Calendar
Other Stanford Events & Programs
Chinese Historical Society of America – 10 year birthday bash featuring Stanford alum Francis Wong '79!
Saturday, November 12
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
965 Clay Street (between Powell & Stockton), San Francisco
Cost: Free
Join the Chinese Historical Society of America for the 10th Anniversary of the CHSA Museum with a spectacular lineup on the Second Saturday in November! Celebrating a decade of artistry, music, & history on Saturday, November 12th! Enjoy a live musical performance by Stanford alum, Francis Wong ‘79 — a jazz musician and co-founder of Asian Improv aRts, who will be one of the many exciting acts scheduled.
More information can be found here.
SAPAAC in NYC – Fall Speed Dating Event with Cornell Asian Alumni Association (CAAA)
Wednesday, November 16
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Galway Hooker Pub, 7 East 36th Street (at 5th Avenue), New York City
Price: $35 ($45 after November 7th). Sales end November 15th
RSVP: Open to the first 20 males and 20 female (ages 25-35). Advance registration and payment are required to reserve your spot for this event. Pay online via Brown Paper Tickets: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/208797
Questions: Please contact Christian Ngo, ’09, MS ’09 at christian.ngo@gmail.com
If you are one of the many singles in the city looking to meet the city’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes, then come to the CAAA Fall Speed Dating event! Join us for an evening of mixing, mingling, and speed dating.
Hosted by Cornell Asian Alumni Association (CAAA), cosponsored by the Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club
Wednesday, November 16
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Galway Hooker Pub, 7 East 36th Street (at 5th Avenue), New York City
Price: $35 ($45 after November 7th). Sales end November 15th
RSVP: Open to the first 20 males and 20 female (ages 25-35). Advance registration and payment are required to reserve your spot for this event. Pay online via Brown Paper Tickets: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/208797
Questions: Please contact Christian Ngo, ’09, MS ’09 at christian.ngo@gmail.com
If you are one of the many singles in the city looking to meet the city’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes, then come to the CAAA Fall Speed Dating event! Join us for an evening of mixing, mingling, and speed dating.
Hosted by Cornell Asian Alumni Association (CAAA), cosponsored by the Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club
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2010-11 News Archive
Click here to view all of last year's exciting SAPAAC events.
2009-10 News Archive
Reunion Homecoming Celebrates Community "Origins!"
Special thanks to SAPAAC members and friends who participated in APA community events throughout Stanford's Reunion Homecoming Weekend. Save the date for next year's reunion from Oct 21-24, 2010!
Quarterly Newsletter Archive (2009)
The Summer 2009 Newsletter features Christian Ngo '09, SAPAAC Distinguished Student Award Recipient and the Pan Asian Alumni BBQ in San Francisco.
Spring 2009
Winter 2009
Special thanks to SAPAAC members and friends who participated in APA community events throughout Stanford's Reunion Homecoming Weekend. Save the date for next year's reunion from Oct 21-24, 2010!
Quarterly Newsletter Archive (2009)
The Summer 2009 Newsletter features Christian Ngo '09, SAPAAC Distinguished Student Award Recipient and the Pan Asian Alumni BBQ in San Francisco.
Spring 2009
Winter 2009