“Teaching AAPI Stories”: An AAPI Curriculum Mandate Workshop for K-12 Educators
This workshop will focus on providing teachers an overview of Asian American history from the 1700-2000s and highlight Asian American contributions to immigration and citizenship laws that shape the United States. Educators will leave with a better understanding of the AAPI diaspora, narratives, and curricular points of entry, empowering them to adapt these histories into ... Read more
Higher Admissions: The Rise, Decline and the Return of Standardized Testing
Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College 47-49 East 65th Street, New York, NYThe University of Michigan Center for Social Solutions and Roosevelt House invite you to a fireside chat with author and journalist Nicholas Lemann. He will be joined by Harry Feder and Amit Sevak. The discussion will be moderated by Erica Chito-Childs. Gain valuable insight into the impact that (re)integrating standardized tests will have on access ... Read more
Book Talk – Insurgent Communities: How Protests Create a Filipino Diaspora by Sharon M. Quinsaat
The Philippine Studies Initiative at NYU and NYSEAN for a book talk by Sharon M. Quinsaat, Associate Professor of Sociology at Grinnell College and author of Insurgent Communities: How Protests Create a Filipino Diaspora (University of Chicago Press, 2024).
Localized History Workshop Series: Filipino-American History, Activism, and Resistance
For October, Filipino American History Month, the Asian American / Asian Research Institute is excited to uplift the voices of student researchers and activists, with presentations from Gabriela Sagan, and Mariah Iris Ramo on Filipino activism for women and school curriculum Hawai’i.
Asian American Consumer Market Research: Getting it Right
Join Amy Siadak, President and CEO of House of Marketing Research, for an exclusive webinar designed to help brands and marketing teams understand the Asian American consumer. In today’s competitive landscape, understanding diverse consumer segments is more crucial than ever. This webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to develop a robust market ... Read more
MOCACon: Celebrating Asian American Artists in Comics
Museum of Chinese in America 215 Centre Street, New York, NYThe event features an Artists’ Alley, showcasing ten emerging and established talents, and a Panel Discussion exploring intersectionality, diverse narratives, and the impact of cultural heritage in comics. Following the panel, a casual networking reception will provide opportunities for artists and attendees to connect, exchange ideas, and discover MOCA’s exhibitions.
Digimon Adventure: Last Evolution Kizuna
Japan Society 333 East 47th Street, New York, NY, United StatesProduced as a special 20th anniversary feature film, Digimon Adventure: Last Evolution Kizuna was originally slated for U.S. release in March 2020, but due to the pandemic, the movie never made it to North American theaters. Now, however, as part of a special Digimon 25th Anniversary Celebration, Toei Animation and Japan Society are bringing Digimon Adventure: Last Evolution Kizuna to the big ... Read more
Chinese Americans and the Perpetual Foreigner Stereotype
While Chinese Americans have found success in the United States, they continue to face barriers and challenges rooted in the perpetual foreigner stereotype. In this workshop, participants will learn about the ways this stereotype has manifested in fields such as science and technology, civic engagement, and the arts. Participants will reflect on their ideas about ... Read more
2024 Business Insurance DEI Conference – Transforming the Insurance Industry: DEI in Today’s World
New York Marriott Marquis 1535 Broadway, New York, NYThe goal of this year’s Business Insurance DEI Conference is to accentuate the strengths in the insurance industry that attract talent by bringing companies, sponsors, industry associations, educators, recruiters and students together for a two-day summit. Our vision is a world where the insurance industry is known for its innovative approaches to recruitment, hiring and ... Read more
The Many Truths about Asian Americans: Debunking the Stereotype of the Model Minority
CUNY Graduat School of Public Health and Health Policy 55 W 125th St, New York, NY, United StatesFrank H. Wu, President of Queens College, will share history, law, social science, and personal experience to present a portrait of Asian immigrants and their American born progeny. His presentation will offer a new perspective on the civil rights movement, integrating Asian Americans in a manner that advances the cause of social justice through bridge ... Read more
A Conversation with Leilehua Lanzilotti
Hunter College 695 Park Avenue, New York, NYThe Asian American Studies Program & Center cordially invites you to join us for a conversation with Leilehua Lanzilotti, a Kanaka Maoli composer, multimedia artist, curator, scholar, and educator. The event will take place on Thursday October 17, 11:30AM-12:30PM, in the Solarium/1413 Hunter East. This discussion/interactive talk will feature a brief look at Lanzilotti's work ... Read more
The Asian American VOTE
Columbia University (Low Library Rotunda) 535 West 116th Street, New York, NYAsian Americans are the quintessential swing voter group who has the power to shape elections up and down the ticket and throughout the country. Learn more about Asian American voters and how they matter in the 2024 election.