Stanford Asian American Activities Center

On an ongoing basis, the A³C collaborates with the Stanford Alumni Association (SAA) to identify class leaders and plan events that appeal to the increasingly diverse group of alumni. The center also works in partnership with SAA in planning Homecoming Reunion each October. The A³C also collaborates with the Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club (SAPAAC) to co-sponsor various events throughout the year to promote involvement of Asian American alums.

SAPAAC Mini-Reunions
Saturday, October 24, 2009
4:30pm-7:00pm
Old Union Clubhouse Ballroom
Reunite with fellow alumni of Junipero/Okada, JRA, and the Teahouse. Join SAPAAC alumni celebrating their 20th Anniversary. Hosted by the Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club (SAPAAC) and the Junipero/JRA/Teahouse Class of ‘74 Mini-reunion committee.  For more information or RSVP and purchase tickets click here

Asian American Students’ Association: 40 years Building Community
Saturday, October 24, 2009
7:00 pm-9:00pm
Tresidder Oak West
Join us as we reflect on the growth and change of the Asian American community at Stanford with a panel of alumni who served as AASA Chairs through the decades. Hosted by the Asian American Activities Center and Asian American Students’ Association. Reconnect with your AASA classmates at the reception following the program.

Asian American “Origins” Panel & Reception
Sunday, October 25, 2009
11:00am-1:00pm
Okada House/Teahouse
Come hear about the founding and early years of Junipero (Okada), JRA, and the Peoples’ Teahouse from those alumni who were there and started it all. Join us as we unveil a plaque commemorating the Teahouse. Hosted by Okada House, the Junipero/JRA/Teahouse Class of ‘74 Mini-reunion committee, and SAPAAC, the Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club. Reception to follow.

SAPAAC Volunteer Events:

In December 2009, SAPAAC organized a charity event to assemble winter care packages for the homeless. Thanks to the contributions and in-kind donations of SAPAAC members, they were able to assemble bags filled with food, toiletries, and blankets which were delivered to City Team in Downtown San Jose for distribution to those in need. We hope you can join SAPAAC for future events.

SAPAAC members (L-R): Fidelia Wang, Ron Nakao, Christy Chung, Eva Hung, and Jonathan Chow

For information on ways to become more involved as an alum, visit the websites for

The Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club and the Stanford Alumni Association.

Alumni Hall of Fame

The Alumni Hall of Fame was established in 1995 to provide an opportunity for the Stanford community to recognize the outstanding achievements of Stanford’s diverse alumni leaders. Alumni selected for the Hall of Fame are those who have distinguished themselves through exceptional advancement and success in education, career, and/or outstanding contributions to the Stanford community and society as a whole. These outstanding alums are honored each year at a special gathering during Alumni Homecoming Reunion in October.

List of Inductees: Full bios can be found on the Alumni Association’s website.

2008 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.

2007 George Leong, ‘46, MA ‘47, PhD ‘51
President, GFL-en Consultants, a company which advises major pharmaceutical firms around the world

2006 Quyen N.Vuong, MBA ‘94
Co-founder and executive director of International Children Assistance Network (ICAN)

2005 Connie L. Matsui, ‘75, MBA ‘77
Executive vice president, corporate strategy and communications for Biogen Idec Inc., the third largest company in the biotech industry

2004 Wilma Chan, MA ‘95
Elected to the California State Assembly in 2000, she is an outspoken advocate of children and their families and the first Asian American to hold the position of Assembly Majority Leader.

2003 Dado Banatao, MS ‘72
Developed advanced chip designs that helped put Silicon Valley on the map

2002 Glen Fukushima, ‘72
Leads the Japan operations of Cadence Design Systems

2002 Sakie Fukushima, MBA ‘87
A partner in and Regional Director for the Japanese firm, Korn/Ferry International

2001 Jerry Yang, ‘90, MS ‘90
Co-creator of the Yahoo! Internet navigational guide

2000 Evelyn Hu-DeHart, ‘68
Professor of History; Chair of the Department of Ethnic Studies; Director of the Center for Studies of Ethnicity and Race in America

2000 Purnima Mankekar, MA ‘85
Assistant Professor in the department of Anthropology at Stanford.

2000 Denny S. Roja, MBA ‘71
Managing Director of Acuity Ventures of San Jose, California

1999 Dr. Bienvenido Nebres, SJ, MS ‘67, PhD ‘70
President of Ateneo de Manila University and is among one of the most prominent Pilipino alumni from Stanford.

1998 Professor Shau Wing Chan, MA ‘32, PhD ‘37
Professor Emeritus of Chinese and Chinese Literature at Stanford

1997 Professor Gordon Chang, MA ‘72, PhD ‘87
First Director of Stanford’s newly developed Asian American Studies Program in 1997

1996 Professor Yamato Ichihashi, BA 1907, MA ‘08
First Asian professor at Stanford; Professor 1913-1942; Professor Emeritus 1943-1963

1995 Dr. Frank Y. Chuck, ‘22, PhD ‘25
Founder of the Chinese Clubhouse and father of Bernadine Chuck Fong, former Stanford Trustee member

Asian Americans on the Stanford Board of Trustees

Ying-Ying Goh ‘94, ‘02

Goodwin Liu ‘91

Ross Walker ‘98, MBA ‘05

Jerry Yang ‘90