Exciting News! The new APIFSA Executive Board is officially transitioning today, July 1st! 🚀 At our retreat, we discussed our future directions, priorities, and plans for 2024-25, focusing on mission evolution, organizational planning, and engaging programming. Special thanks to our amazing co-founders Grace Ryu and Linda Truong, and our departing vice chairs Jasmine Yu (Programming … Continue reading A New Chapter of APIFSA
Welcome to AAPI Heritage Month! Join the USC Asian Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Association as we celebrate the rich history, diversity and culture of our communities. It’s a time to honor our roots, empower our present, and envision a vibrant future we’re building together. Let’s make this month a celebration of unity, strength, and … Continue reading April is AAPI Heritage Month
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the cozy lunch gathering organized by the Advocacy and Policy Committee! Next up is the APIFSA General Assembly happening on Wednesday, March 27th. We’ll announce the event details soon. Stay Tuned! Continue reading APIFSA informal brownbag lunch hosted by Advocacy and Policy Committee!
? Happy Lunar New Year 2024! ?Welcoming the Year of the Dragon ? with hope, strength, and good fortune. May the vibrant traditions and cultural richness of the Lunar New Year bring warmth to your hearts. Wishing you a joyous celebration filled with love and auspicious moments! ✨?? Continue reading Happy Lunar New Year 2024!
Exciting News! Our APIFSA Co-Chair, Grace Ryu, received the USC Dornsife Dean’s Emblem Award for Outstanding Community Contributions in DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging)! Swipe to see the joyous moment and our fabulous Co-Chairs photo! Cheers to Grace’s well-deserved recognition! Continue reading Congratulations to our Co-Chair Grace Ryu!
Farewell to Christopher Manning, USC’s Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer, as he embarks on a new chapter. Chris has been a stellar ally to APIFSA during our formative years, and we are truly grateful for his unwavering support. Wishing Chris all the best on his next adventure! Continue reading Farewell to Christopher Manning!
It was wonderful to see so many of you (both online and in-person) at the first APIFSA general meeting of the academic year! Combined, we had over 75 members join us yesterday in new hybrid format. Thank you to everyone who joined us (Virtuallly and In-Person) to the first USC APIFSA General Meeting of the … Continue reading Our first USC APIFSA General Meeting
Are you dreaming of homeownership but have no idea where to start or when you will be prepared to buy? Join us for our First-time Homebuyers Workshop! During this educational workshop, our team of industry experts will outline the homebuying process and help you build a homebuying game plan – no matter if you plan … Continue reading Fall 2023 First-Time Homebuyer Workshop Wednesday, September 27, 2023, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PDT
Prepare your month with hosted events on campus This year’s kick off event will be taking place from 12-2 p.m. virtually. Faculty, staff and students will be sharing remarks in line with this month’s theme “Unidad, Prosperidad y Cultura” (Unity, Prosperity & Culture). Join on your own via a zoom link or you can head … Continue reading September 15 through October 15 is National Latinx/e Heritage Month!Â
Jesse Appell 艾杰西’s story showcases how bilingual comedians can transform their craft into a thriving livelihood. With the ability to seamlessly switch between Mandarin and English humor, Jesse connects with diverse audiences, expanding his appeal across cultural boundaries. Beyond the stage, opportunities in corporate events, festivals, podcasts, and online content provide revenue streams. Bilingual comedians … Continue reading A Bilingual Comedy Night With Jesse Appell 艾杰西 (September 7th, 2023)
On view August 11, 2023 – November 12, 2023 Imprinting In Time surveys printmaking by Chinese artists from the 1980s to the present, examining the unique narrative of the medium within the contexts of cultural, academic, sociopolitical and economic changes in recent Chinese history. From the inception, the woodblock has been given singular priority for articulating social commentary and … Continue reading Imprinting in Time – Chinese Printmaking at the Beginning of a New Era
Congratulations class of 2023! We look forward to celebrate all of your accomplishments with you! Continue reading Congratulations to the Class of 2023! We’re proud of you!
Happy Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month! This month, we celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. From delicious cuisine to stunning art and music, AAPI heritage has had a profound impact on our society and continues to shape the world we live in today. … Continue reading Happy Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Mark your calendars! The kick off celebration for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (celebrated in April at USC, alongside Arab American Heritage Month) is next week on April 6 at 12:00pm in Founders Park. We hope that you will join us! If you are interested in getting involved, please consider signing up to volunteer … Continue reading May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
April is National Arab American Heritage Month! This month we recognize the achievements of Arab Americans and take time to learn about Arab American cultures, customs, traditions, and faiths. Arab American Heritage Month began as a 2017 initiative that involved a few states and local municipalities but has been recognized at the national level since … Continue reading April is National Arab American Heritage Month!
This five day festival celebrates the arrival of spring, end of winter, blossoming of love and repairing of broken relationships! It is also known as the Festival of Colors, as celebrants throw colorful powders in the air and at one another. Continue reading Wishing you a happy Holi!
Welcome back USC APIFSA! We hope your 2023 is off to a great start. If you’re still deciding on your New Year’s resolution, here are three we can help with. Continue reading Welcome back USC APIFSA! We hope your 2023 is off to a great start.
Wishing everyone and their loved ones a joyous and restorative Winter Recess! We’re so thankful for our supportive and passionate community and what APIFSA has accomplished this year. Looking forward to 2023 and continuing our work. Happy holidays! Continue reading Wishing everyone and their loved ones a joyous and restorative Winter Recess
