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2008 Asian Film & Television Festival

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This free five-day event will showcase films of varying topics that will help to assist in bridging the gap between Asian and American cultures. Another goal of the Asian Film & Television Festival is to draw in New York City residents to visit Chinatown, a bustling neighborhood of commerce, entertainment, and delectable cuisine. Since September 11, 2001, Chinatown’s economy has suffered tremendously through the loss of jobs, businesses and traffic access in Lower Manhattan.

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An Evening in Conversation with Paul Chan

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This event offers an insightful evening with Paul Chan, an internationally recognized artist and educator, whose work spans video, performance, and activism. Chan will discuss his creative journey, including his latest project The 7 Lights, currently showcased at The New Museum in NYC, and share his experiences working with social and political movements such as Voices in the Wilderness and Creative Time. The event will be followed by a reception, providing attendees the opportunity to engage with Chan and his work in a more intimate setting.

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6 Degrees Could Change the World – Earth Day Screening

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By the year 2100, many scientists believe that the Earth’s average temperature could rise by as much as six degrees Celsius. In a compelling investigation, National Geographic leads a degree-by-degree journey to explore what each rising–and critical–degree could mean for the future of our people and planet. Through powerful film-making and intimate profiles, this special … Read more

Strengthening Education: Empowering Asian American Studies

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This event will focus on empowering Asian American Studies (AAS) through a conference hosted by the Coalition for the Revitalization of Asian American Studies at Hunter (CRAASH). Students will advocate for enhanced institutional support for AAS, including increased funding, permanent faculty, and a stable program structure, in response to the program’s current deficiencies at Hunter College. The conference will feature notable speakers, performances, and workshops designed to inspire action and support for this vital academic field.

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Socio-Cultural Study of Suicide Attempts Among Chinese Immigrants in NYC

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Online Notes Summary of Findings Requires: Adobe Reader Date: Friday, April 11th, 2008 Time: 10:00AM – 12:30PM Place: Auditorium, Hunter College School of Social Work 129 E. 79th Street , New York City (Light refreshments will be served following the presentation.) Principle Investigator: Dr. Irene Chung, Associate Professor, Hunter College School of Social Work This … Read more