A3C Speaker Series Presents:

Figuring Out Freshman Summer

Now is the perfect time to think about summer plans to make sure you don’t miss a great opportunity.  Our panel of students will talk about how they secured internships and research positions in various fields including public service, health, computer science.

A3C Speaker Series Presents:

Overseas Seminars: What to Expect

January 19th, 2012

Noon – 1:00 PM

Asian American Activities Center (2nd Floor Old Union Clubhouse)

LUNCH IS PROVIDED

Interested in studying abroad but can’t spare a whole semester during the year?  Looking for an in-depth way to connect with faculty while traveling overseas?  Come hear from Professor Christine Min Wotipka, Professor Thomas Hansen, and Naoko Sakata, External Programs Coordinator for the Bing Overseas Studies Program (BOSP), as they talk about overseas seminars and what faculty look for in students and applications, as well as what they hope students take away from their experiences overseas.

When: Thursday, November 17th, 2011 at 12:00 NOON

Where: A3C Couchroom, Old Union Clubhouse, 2nd Floor

FREE LUNCH PROVIDED

After a long quarter filled with unforgettable experiences and new friendships, as well as endless assignments and tough midterms, where do you go from here? What steps can you take during your break to relax and get ready for Winter Quarter? Come and hear from Sally Mentzer, an Academic Advisor for Undergraduate Advising and Research (UAR), as she helps put your quarter in perspective and advises you on ways to use your experience as a stepping stone to discovering yourself at Stanford.

When: THURSDAY, November 3rd, Noon – 1:00PM

Where: A³C Couchroom, 2nd Floor Old Union Clubhouse

LUNCH IS PROVIDED

Whether you’re a freshman transitioning into college or an upperclassman on the verge of taking MCATs and GREs, life’s challenges create a lot of stress. The best thing you can do in these times is to relax and defuse, but how? Come join us as we hear Oliver Lin, Staff Psychologist at Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), describe a variety of ways to cope with different forms of stress.

Grad Life: Academics and Stress

Date: Thursday, November 3rd
Time: 5:30-7:00 PM (Dinner Provided)
Location: A3C Couch Room (Top floor of Old Union Clubhouse)

Featuring:
Oliver Lin ‘93, Staff Psychologist
Counseling and Psychological Services

Please RSVP by 10 PM on Mon. October 31 at http://a3cservices.stanford.edu/gradlife

Do you feel pressure by your parents to choose a high-paying career to support your family after graduation?

Do you have friends who can’t afford to go on ski trip or work long hours to earn extra money?

The Asian American Activities Center (A³C) After Dark Series presents:

Dealing with Financial Pressures

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

AANSOC Community Welcome

9/20 1:45 -3:45 PM
White Plaza Outdoor Stage
Kick off NSO at AANSOC’s first event! Learn about the A³C, meet student staff and enjoy live performances while sampling refreshments.

Okada Chillout
9/21 10:30 – 11:30 PM
Okada House Lounge, Wilbur Hall
Explore the Asian American theme dorm and mingle with your fellow freshmen and upperclassmen at this year’s first AANSOC social mixer!

We Are Family
9/23 7:00 – 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 live performances from various student
groups and meet your Big Sigs at the AASIB family matching.

A³C Speaker Series: Breaking the Mold
9/29 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Asian American Activites Center, Old Union Clubhouse
Unsure about where you fit in Stanford? Come hear our student panelists talk about how they
shaped their Stanford experiences by incorporating their own unique personalities, interests, and hobbies.

A³C Speaker Series: Breaking the Mold
10/6 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Asian American Activites Center, Old Union Clubhouse
With so many resources here at Stanford, where do you even begin? Come hear from Stanford administrators to learn how to make the most out of your Stanford career.

AANSOC/AASIB Ice Cream Social
10/9 1:30 – 3:00pm
Take a break from your studies and join us for some fun in the sun with the Asian American Big Sib/Little Sib program! Come meet fellow frosh, upperclassmen, and your sib family while enjoying free ice cream, drinks, and tasty snacks.

The Asian American Activities Center (A3C) Speaker Series presents…

“Through The Looking Glass”

Thursday, May 19, Noon-1PM

*FREE LUNCH PROVIDED*
Asian American Activities Center Couchroom
2nd floor of Old Union Clubhouse

The Speaker Series, sponsored by the Asian American Activities Center (A3C), is your opportunity to meet faculty and staff in an informal setting.  All sessions are from noon-1PM at the A3C, located on the 2nd floor of the Old Union Clubhouse.

A free lunch is provided.

Bring your friend or roommate - everyone is welcome!  For more information, contact Speaker Series coordinators,
Jeff Chen at jhjchen@stanford.edu or Chia Xiong at cxiong09@stanford.edu

The Asian American Activities Center is a University Department under the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Affairs.
http://a3c.stanford.edu