Stanford Asian American Activities Center

The Asian American Activities Center iLive Program presents:

THE SEARCH FOR A SOCIAL IDENTITY

Do you struggle to balance time  with friends and time for academic work? Often find yourself concerned about where you belong in the campus’ social scene? Are you considering a sorority or fraternity but still unsure?

Come to our first iLive series Spring quarter event to find answers to these questions in a discussion led by professional staff from Vaden Health Center. In a small group setting, learn about finding a sense of social belonging that is right for YOU!

Featuring: Psychologist Kathy Lee, PhD and intern Rachel Kim, M.Ed.

Date: Wednesday April 10

Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm (Dinner provided)

Where: Asian American Activities Center  Couchroom

(located on the 2nd floor of Old Union Clubhouse)

Please RSVP by 11 pm Monday April 8 at http://www.stanford.edu/dept/a3c/iLive.fb

Questions? Contact Vy Le at vyle@stanford.edu

The Asian American Activities Center iLive Program presents:

IS IT DEPRESSION?

Are problem sets, midterms, papers, applications, and extracurricular activities becoming too overwhelming?

Have you experienced apparent mood swings, hopelessness, or a loss of interest in things you used to enjoy?

Has there been any sudden change in your appetite, sleeping patterns, or physical well being?

Depression is common among college students. Come explore the ways in which you can help yourself or a friend recognize signs of depression, learn healthy ways to cope with stress or sadness, and increase self-confidence. Discussion will be held in a confidential small group setting.

Featuring Stanford Alumni Naomi Lam, MD, and Vaden Staff Psychologist Oliver Lin, PhD

Date: Thursday, March 7

Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm (Dinner provided)

Where: Asian American Activities Center  Couchroom

(located on the 2nd floor of Old Union Clubhouse)

Please RSVP by 11 pm Tuesday March 5 at

http://www.stanford.edu/dept/a3c/iLive.fb

Questions? Contact Vy Le at vyle@stanford.edu

Ever get anxious when you can’t accomplish all the tasks on your agenda?

Do you often see your accomplishments as not good enough?

Worrying too much about what’s ahead?

There is a sharp difference between excellence and perfectionism. Excellence sets high but realistic goals, leaving room for growth and change, while perfectionism demands impossible, and often destructive, standards. Come explore the ways in which you can beat worries, stop second-guessing yourself, and work with confidence with Vaden Staff Psychologist Oliver Lin, Ph.D.

Date: Thursday November 1

Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm (Dinner provided)

Where: Asian American Activities Center  Couchroom (located on the 2^nd floor of Old Union Clubhouse)

Questions? Contact Vy Le at vyle@stanford.edu

Defining Success and Failures

Thursday, October 11

5:30PM – 6:30PM

Asian American Activities Center Couchroom

(2nd Floor of the Old Union Clubhouse)

Do I really belong at Stanford?

Am I doing the things I need in order to be successful?

Come get questions like these answered at our first iLive (formerly After Dark) event of the year!

Featuring Kathy Lee, PhD, CAPS Psychologist

Dinner will be provided.

Please RSVP by 11PM Sunday, October 7, 2012 at

http://www.stanford.edu/dept/a3c/iLive.fb

Questions?  Contact Vy Le at vyle@stanford.edu

For more information about the A³C, please visit our website at a3c.stanford.edu

Wednesday, February 15

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Asian American Activities Center Couchroom (second floor of Old Union Clubhouse)

If your friend suffered from bronchitis, you’d encouraged him or her to get treated.

If your friend had depression or experienced suicidal thoughts, would you do the same?

Would you know how?

Come to our last After Dark Series event of the quarter to learn from trained professional staff about where to seek help and how to approach friends in need.  Featuring CAPS psychologist Dr. Kathy Lee

Dinner will be provided.

Please RSVP by 11 PM on Sunday, February 12 at http://a3cservices.stanford.edu/afterdark

Questions?  Contact Jenny Nguyen at jenguyen@stanford.edu

Wednesday, January 18

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Asian American Activities Center Couchroom

(second floor of Old Union Clubhouse)

Do you struggle to balance spending time with a significant other while also maintaining your friendships with others?

Does your significant other expect you to spend less time with other friends and devote all your time to him/her?

Are your friends angry that you have less time for them as you are focus on building a romantic relationship?

Come to our first After Dark Series event of the quarter to find answers to these questions and more in a discussion led by professional staff about how to build and maintain healthy social relationships and how to handle common relationship problems. Featuring Donnovan Somera Yisrael ‘89, MA ‘90, Health Promotion Services at Vaden Health Center

Dinner will be provided.

Please RSVP by 11 PM on Sunday, January 15 at http://a3cservices.stanford.edu/afterdark

Questions?  Contact Jenny Nguyen at jenguyen@stanford.edu

Wednesday, November 9

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Asian American Activities Center Couchroom (top floor of Old Union Clubhouse)

Come to our last After Dark Series event of the quarter to hear how Timmy Lu ‘05 confronted financial pressures during his time at Stanford.
Learn about how to deal with the struggle to fit in when coming from a low-income background and how to balance personal and academic interests with financial commitments.

Dinner will be provided.

Please RSVP by 11 PM on Saturday, November 5 at http://a3cservices.stanford.edu/afterdark

Questions? Contact Jenny Nguyen at jenguyen@stanford.edu

Thursday, October 20

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Asian American Activities Center Couchroom (second floor of Old Union Clubhouse)

Have you ever felt pressured by your parents to pursue a career in medicine, law, or business?

Do you feel the need to choose a more “secure” major or career path?

Come to our first After Dark Series event to learn about how Stanford alumnus, Lan Le ‘10, confronted major career-related and other decisions in the face of parental opposition.  Hear stories about how he balanced familial responsibility with his academic and personal interests, and his suggestions for how you can too!

Dinner will be provided.

Please RSVP by 11 PM on Sunday, October 15 at http://a3cservices.stanford.edu/afterdark

Questions? Contact Jenny Nguyen at jenguyen@stanford.edu