Stanford Asian American Activities Center

Welcome back to Stanford! Hello to all Stanford Alumnis.  We are excited to have each and every one of you back on The Farm.

We cordially invite you to check out our new facilities at the A3C Open House.

Asian American Activities Center Open House
OLD UNION CLUBHOUSE
Friday, October 10
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Visit the Asian American Activities Center, the hub of Asian American community affairs on campus. Meet staff, students and fellow alumni and get updates about the A3C and the Asian American community at Stanford.

We would also like to extend an invitation for you to join for the Alumni Hall of Fame Ceremony.

14th Annual Multicultural Alumni Hall of Fame Ceremony
FRANCES C. ARRILLAGA ALUMNI CENTER, McCAW HALL
Friday, October 10
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Join us in honoring Stanford’s most accomplished alumni of color who have made significant contributions to Stanford, the nation, and/or the world. This event is sponsored by the Asian American Activities Center, Black Community Services Center, El Centro Chicano, the Native American Cultural Center, and the Stanford Alumni Association.
This year’s inductee from the Asian American Activities Center:
Mr. Henry Der, ‘68, MA ‘00, Senior Programs Officer for the Four Freedoms Fund. Mr. Der worked at San Francisco-based Chinese for Affirmative Action for nearly 25 years, serving as its executive director for many years.

For more information about reunion activities for the Asian American Community, please go to:
http://www.stanfordalumni.org/erc/regional/detail.html?cid=204029#Asian

Welcome to the Class of 2012! We are excited to have you here.  We wish you all a wonderful time at Stanford. Don’t forget to apply to become an Asian American Activities Center’s Frosh Intern.  There are only 5 positions available so hurry up and send in those applications.

If you didn’t get the chance to pick up an application from Shelley Tadaki, don’t worry. You can download the A3C Frosh Intern application here:
A3C Frosh Intern Description PDF
A3C Frosh Intern Application PDF

Even better, you can fill out the online application at:
A3C Frosh Intern Online Application

Do take note that if you fill out the online application, you will need to email Shelley (stadaki@stanford.edu) your resume.

We look forward to reading your applications!

Welcome to the Class of 2012!

We hope the summer mailing from the Asian American Activities Center is getting you excited for Stanford! We are looking forward to meeting all of you (and your family, too!) at our various events during New Student Orientation that are designed to introduce you to our community and help you transition into college life.  Please come to the events below and bring your family & new friends with you.

If you have any questions about the following events, please don’t hesitate to contact AANSOC at aansoc (at) gmail.com. See you in September!

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Tuesday, 9/16/2008
Asian American Community Welcome
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
White Plaza
New students and their families are encouraged to come to this informal welcome reception to learn about the Asian American community here on campus and meet leaders of student groups, faculty and staff.  Student groups will provide entertainment and light refreshments will be served.

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Wednesday, 9/17/2008
AANSOC Okada Chillout
10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Okada House Lounge, Wilbur Hall
Explore the Asian American Theme Dorm and mingle with your fellow new students and upperclassmen at this year’s first AANSOC social mixer! *Sponsored by the Asian American New Student Orientation Committee.*

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Friday, 9/19/2008
AANSOC We Are Family
7:00 PM - 9:45 PM
Cubberley Auditorium
See what the Asian American community at Stanford is all about at the biggest and most anticipated Asian American orientation event. Enjoy performances from various student groups, including hip hop, vocal, and much more. Meet your big sib and sib family at this event and if you haven’t signed up yet, get “adopted” by big sibs.  Pearl milk tea, mango lassi, & light refreshments will be served.

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Tuesday, 9/26/2008
A3C Speaker Series: ” Breaking the Mold” Student Panel
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Asian American Activities Center Couchroom, Old Union Clubhouse
Unsure about where you fit in at Stanford? Come to hear our panel speak about personalizing the Stanford experience to suit their personalities and identities.

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Tuesday, 10/2/2008
A3C Speaker Series: “A Guide to Stanford Success”
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Asian American Activities Center Couchroom, Old Union Clubhouse
With so many resources here at Stanford, where do you even begin? Come hear from Stanford staff who will help you learn how to make the most out of your Stanford career.

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Wednesday, 10/8/2008
AANSOC Ice Cream Social
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Asian American Activities Center Ballroom, Old Union Clubhouse
Take a break from studying to chill with classmates and upperclassmen while enjoying ice cream, snacks, and music.

Please RSVP by June 9, 2008 online by clicking here or by calling (650) 723-3681.

The Graduation Celebration Dinner will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 5:00PM-7:00PM in Tresidder Oak Room. Directions are provided at this website: Stanford Tressidder Meeting Services.

If you are having any difficulties with the online form or have any questions about the Graduation Celebration, please feel free to call (650) 723-3681 for assistance.

Students: Filled out the RSVP already? Make sure to fill out your senior profile!