New Student Orientation 2008 Events
Wednesday, August 6th, 2008Welcome 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!


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.
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.*
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.
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.
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.
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.