2009 Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Events

Click here to view "Proclamation of APA Heritage Month"

APA Heritage Month Opening Lunch Reception and Announcement of Winners for the Annual Creative Writing Contest
Special Guest: Provost Karen Hanson
Date: March 27, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Venue: President's Room, University Club at Indiana Memorial Union.
*By invitation only.
On this special occasion, we will be featuring the winners of the creative writing contest and a panel focusing on the rich history of IU along with the multitude of changes that have occurred over time.

Korean Night by Korean Student Association
Saturday, March 28
Details to follow.

ACC's Over a Cup of Tea presents "How Chinese Food is all-American" by Jenny 8 Lee, New York Times Reporter and Author of "The Fortune CookieChronicles"
Sponsored by IU Asian Culture Center in partnership with the School of Journalism
Date: Thursday, April 2
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Venue: IU School of Journalism Auditorium
Description:
Did you know that there are more Chinese restaurants in America than McDonalds, Burger Kings, and Wendys combined? Jennifer 8 Lee's NY Times best selling book, "The Fortune Cookie Chronicles," is for anyone who has ever wondered who General Tso is and why we eat his chicken; and who really invented the fortune cookie. Jennifer 8. Lee, solves enduring mysteries of Chinese cuisine through a mix of in-depth research and entertaining personal anecdotes to take you on a fantastic journey around the world. More information can be found at her interactive blog, http://www.fortunecookiechronicles.com. At the Times, Jennifer has written about poverty, the environment, crime, politics, and technology.

She was born and raised in New York City, attending Hunter College Elementary School and Hunter College High School for a total of 14 years. She majored in applied math and economics at Harvard. After college, she went to China and spent a year at Beijing University studying international relations.

We are happy to announce that paperback copies of "The Fortune Cookie Chronicles" will be available to purchase after the talk and Jennifer 8 Lee will be able to sign your very own copy to take home to enjoy! Please email acc@indiana.edu or call 856-5361 if you have any questions regarding this program.

Who are Asian Pacific Americans? (Talk Series #4)
Topic: "Let's Talk about Slumdog Millionnaire, The Movie"
Date: Friday, April 3
Time: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Venue: Asian Culture Center, 807 E. 10th Street
Description:A bi-monthly roundtable lunch discussion that allows students and community members to talk about specific topics such as: APA identity, misconceptions, model minority myth, APA and media representation, bi-racial culture, and others. Light lunch provided to participants.

VSA-VIA 1 Conference by Vietnamese Student Association
April 3-5, 2009

Thai Night by Thai Student Association
Saturday, April 4 (Tentative)

Taste of Asia by Asian American Association
Date: Sunday, April 5
Time: 3:30PM
Venue: IU Auditorium
The Asian American Association kicking off their celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with the 16th annual Taste of Asia on Sunday, April 5th. The event will begin at 4:00PM, with doors opening at 3:30PM, at the IU Auditorium. The theme of this year's show is Traveling Through Asia, with a combination of cultural performances and food to highlight the diversity within Asian American culture. The event is completely free and open to everyone. We hope to see you there!

Presidents' Monthly Dinner/Meeting
Date: Thursday, April 9
Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Asian Culture Center, 807 E. 10th Street
Description: Sponsored by the Asian Student Union and the Asian Culture Center, this monthly dinner meeting of all Asian student leaders is an opportunity for student leaders to network, get support, and learn from each other's activities. If you would like to observe the meeting or if you have an important announcement or agenda to be included, please email acc@indiana.edu

Mr & Miss Asia
Date: Saturday, April 11

Asian Cultures Around Campus presents the Artworks of Nishiki Tayui and Michael J. Hartwell
Date: April 15
Time: 5 - 6:30pm
Venue: Asian Culture Center, 807 E. 10th Street
Description: Asian Cultures around Campus is an on-going series of performances and/or instructional demonstrations featuring student talents as well as homegrown and renowned artists outside of Bloomington. Through these performances and demonstrations, the Asian Culture Center endeavors to bring the Asian cultures closer to the university and Bloomington communities. Admission is free and everyone is welcome.

"I am an Ox, What About You?" Children's Art/Poster Contest with support from Felix Chen Memorial Fund
Deadline of Submission: April 23, 2009

Asian Knowledge Bowl Competition
Date: TBA
Description: Come and witness student groups face off against other students in a quiz bowl style team competition which will test their knowledge of Asian American history and culture. Winning teams will receive the following prizes: the first place, a $250 deposited into their student organization account; the second place, a $100 for their student organization. The competition is open to all registered undergraduate student organizations. To register, a team must have 3 team members.

Annual Recognition Banquet
Hosted by IU Asian Alumni Association, Asian Culture Center, and Asian Student Union
Date: Friday, May 1
Time: 7 p.m.
Venue: Virgil T. DeVault Alumni, 1000 E. 17th Street
Description: This is a special time when IUAAA formally presents the 2009 Asian Alumni Distinguished Award recipient and for IUAAA and co-sponsoring organizations to recognize the contributions of student leaders, graduating students, and volunteers.
By invitation only.

AsianFest at the Farmers' Market
Sponsored by Asian Culture Center in partnership with the City of Bloomington's Safe and Civil City Program and Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department
Date: Saturday, May 2
Location: Showers City Hall Atrium and Outdoor Stage area, in conjunction with the Farmers’ Market.
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon
The Asian Culture Center in cooperation with the City of Bloomington's Safe and Civil City Program and Parks and Recreation departments cordially invites you to Asianfest celebration. Come and enjoy the diversity within Asian cultures through cultural performances, art crafts, cultural activities such as Asian roulette, Skittles Chopstick Challenge, and Raffle draw. Have a taste of Korean Chapche, Bulgogi, Classic Filipino Turon, Japanese Beef Curry, and Vietnamese Goi Du Du (Green Papaya Salad) at the cooking demonstration. For more information, please email acc@indiana.edu