Welcome to the A³C Website

The Asian American Activities Center, or A³C, is a department under the Vice Provost for Student Affairs and serves as Stanford's primary resource for Asian American student affairs and community development. The A³C contributes to the academic mission of the university through its partnerships and collaborative work with faculty, departments and academic programs. Through programming and advising, the center contributes to the multicultural education of all students and to the development of leaders able to negotiate an increasingly diverse and complex workplace and global environment.


Upcoming Events

“Making Asian Americans More Visible in the Media” – Thurs. Mar. 3 2011 @ Noon

THE ASIAN AMERICAN ACTIVITIES CENTER SPEAKER SERIES PRESENTS…

“Making Asian Americans More Visible in the Media” – Knight Fellow Phuong Ly

Thursday, March 3, Noon-1PM
*FREE LUNCH PROVIDED*
Asian American Activities Center Couchroom
2nd floor of Old Union Clubhouse

“How can social media be leveraged to improve the media’s portrayal of Asian and other immigrant communities? Come join Knight Fellow Phuong Ly, a former award-winning Washington Post reporter, whose stories have ranged from an investigation of illegal nail salon licenses to a humorous look at why immigrants refuse to use dishwashers. She will talk about her project at Stanford to build an online platform to link journalists with immigrants. She would love feedback and help from Stanford students.”

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

“How to Effectively Market Your Major”

Speaker Series Thursday 02/24/11 @NOON

THE ASIAN AMERICAN ACTIVITIES CENTER SPEAKER SERIES PRESENTS…

What do you do when you want to pursue a different field of interest apart from your major? Come listen to Lance Choy, Director of the Career Development Center, as he shares advice on how to best articulate the skills learned in your major when applying for jobs and internships.

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

Parents’ Weekend Reception

Need to entertain your parents during Parents’ Weekend?

Parents not coming? Come anyway!

Asian American Activities Center Presents:

Parents’ Weekend Reception

February 25, 2011

4:00-5:00 PM

Old Union Clubhouse, 2nd Floor

A panel of students and parents addressing common issues such as

communication and support

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A screening of “A Day in the Life of a Stanford Student”

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Tea Sandwiches and Lemonade

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A Perfect Day

If you have questions or would like to RSVP (optional – but would give the A3C a head count for ordering food), please contact Sandy Chang at: chang09@stanford.edu

Nomination form now available for the annual Stanford Asian American Awards Ceremony!

This award ceremony gathers members of the Stanford Asian American community and recognizes individuals for their tremendous service, achievement, and dedication. Faculty, staff, alumni, and undergraduate and graduate students are honored for their contributions to the community.

Who May Nominate?

Any member of the Stanford community may nominate for one or more of these awards. Members of the Stanford community are also encouraged to nominate across categories by nominating individuals who are not in their respective organizations or spheres of influence (e.g. faculty members may nominate students and vice versa).

Why Nominate?

The Asian American community at Stanford needs to recognize those individuals who have shown great dedication in spite of little recognition. By honoring those individuals, the Asian American community can become more aware of what others are doing to improve interaction and multiculturalism on the Stanford campus and abroad. Each award recipient receives a plaque to commemorate the occasion, as well as extensive public recognition.

When to Nominate?

The deadline to nominate is Noon on Friday, March 7, 2011

How to Nominate?

Fill out the online nomination form here.

View Award categories here.

Nominators will be required to fill out one (1) nomination form per nominee per category. All nominations must be submitted by Noon on March 7, 2011. Nominations will be held active for two (2) years for future use.

The Stanford Asian American Awards will be held on May 11th, 2011 at Paul Brest Hall.  More Information to come.


Speaker Series 01/27/11

THE ASIAN AMERICAN ACTIVITIES CENTER SPEAKER SERIES PRESENTS…

“Asian American Asexuality”

Thursday, January 27th, Noon-1PM
*FREE LUNCH PROVIDED*
Asian American Activities Center Couchroom

2nd floor of Old Union Clubhouse

What is the perception of sexuality in Asian America?  Why are Asian American women often portrayed as hypersexual in Western media and Asian American men seen as asexual?  Come join Professor Celine Shimizu, a Visiting Faculty Fellow from UC Santa Barbara, as she discusses sexuality in Asian American culture and its representation in the media.

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

A3C Holiday Open House

The A3C After Dark Series Presents: Dealing with Financial Pressures

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

Thursday, November 11

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 Linda Tran ‘06, ‘07, confronted financial pressures during her 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 Monday, November 8 at

http://a3cservices.stanford.edu/afterdark

Questions?  Contact Melissa Luu at mluu@stanford.edu

Speaker Series: “Nutritional Fitness: How to Beat the Freshman Fifteen”

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


“Nutritional Fitness: How to Beat the Freshman Fifteen”

Thursday, November 4, Noon-1PM
*FREE LUNCH PROVIDED*
Asian American Activities Center Couchroom

2nd floor of Old Union Clubhouse

Let’s face it – eating in college is as simple as swipe and go.  But with virtually unlimited food
comes great responsibility.  Learn how you can best manage your eating style and improve your
nutritional fitness from Vivian Crisman, Staff Nutritionist at the Vaden Health Center.

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

Reunion Homecoming 2010


The Asian American Activities Center is excited to welcome alumni back to campus next weekend to celebrate Reunion Homecoming. Please stop by the A3C to say hello during our open house on Friday afternoon and take part in the other Community events during the weekend that are listed below.

Friday, October 22

1:00 – 3:00 PM
Asian American Activities Center (A3C) Open House

Asian American Activities Center Couchroom (Old Union Clubhouse, 2nd Floor)
Come visit the Asian American Activities Center and get updates about the A3C and the Asian American community at Stanford. Share experiences and get to know current A3C staff and students. Gather with fellow alumni for a relaxing afternoon tea party. Come have fun!

4:30 – 6:30 PM
16th Annual Multicultural Alumni Hall of Fame Reception

Tresidder Union – Oak Room
Honor Stanford’s most accomplished alumni of color and recognize the outstanding achievements of diverse alumni leaders as they are inducted into the Multicultural Alumni Hall of Fame.  The Asian American inductee this year is Kathleen Ko, ‘80, President of the Asian Pacific Islander American Health Forum.

Saturday, October 23, 2010

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
SAPAAC Town Hall Meeting

Old Union – Cardinal Room
Learn more about the Stanford Asian American student, faculty, and alumni population. Hear how SAPAAC has been addressing APA issues and how you can get involved. Refreshments provided.

1:00 – 2:30 PM
SAPAAC Asian American Community Lunch

Asian American Activities Center Couchroom (Old Union Clubhouse 2nd Floor)
Re-connect with old friends and fellow alums over lunch.

2:30 – 4:00 PM
Panel: Advocacy & Activism: Reflections on Asian American Community Building

Asian American Activities Center (A3C) Couchroom (Old Union Clubhouse 2nd Floor)
Join us for a lively panel discussion as we trace the formation of the Asian American community at Stanford over the past several decades.  Community builders Frances Wong ‘79, Elsa Tsutaoka ‘87, Julius Paras ‘91, and Linda Tran ’06 reflect on the evolution of student advocacy and activism at the root of Stanford’s Asian American community and how their experiences as students have impacted their lives since graduation.  Refreshments provided.
Panel co-sponsored by SAPAAC, A3C, the Asian American Students’ Association (AASA), and the Stanford Asian American Activism Committee (SAAAC).
For more information visit:  http://www.sapaac.org/home.htm

Freshman Intern Application

The Asian American Activities Center is now accepting applications for paid Freshmen Intern positions.

The role of Freshman Interns at the Asian American Activities Center is primarily to serve as an ambassador to the freshman class, promoting center programs and activities and encouraging others to participate.  Freshmen Interns are also viewed as apprentices to the upperclassmen on staff.

The Deadline to apply is Monday, Sept 20, 2010 5:00 p.m.

Frosh Intern Application Form

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