Events + Programs

  • Faculty Opportunity, Interest Form Due: 12/15

    Program Purpose:
    The ASAP Course Enhancement Initiative for Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies Curriculum Development and Integration supports faculty across disciplines at California State University, East Bay in integrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies perspectives, scholarship, histories, and contemporary issues into existing courses. This initiative advances the goals of the CSU Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Student Achievement Program (ASAP) by strengthening Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies curriculum development and integration across the academic core of the institution. Rather than creating new standalone courses, the initiative focuses on embedding Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies content within courses that are already part of the university curriculum, ensuring broader student exposure across majors and disciplines.
    The initiative is intentionally cross-disciplinary and is designed to support faculty in fields including STEM, social sciences, humanities, business, education, health, and applied disciplines in meaningfully integrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies into course learning outcomes.
    This effort complements and collaborates with existing Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies faculty expertise on campus. The initiative does not replace or duplicate the work of Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies programs; rather, it expands institutional engagement with the field by supporting faculty across disciplines in responsibly and thoughtfully incorporating its scholarship and frameworks.
    Please review attachment for more program details.
    Timeline
    December 15, 2026:  Interest form due
    January 19, 2027: Acceptance notification
    January 27, 2027: Orientation: 12-1:30pm (online)
    February 1, 2027: Coaching begins
    April 2027 Teaching Symposium (date TBD)
    April 30, 2027: Final curricular product due
    Faculty Eligibility: The initiative is open to faculty across disciplines at CSU East Bay who meet one or more of the criteria:
    • Participated in the CSUEB AANHPI Student Achievement Faculty/Staff Learning Community;
    • Have academic preparation or equivalent experience in Asian American Studies, Pacific Islander Studies, Ethnic Studies, or a related discipline, including community work with AANHPI populations.
    • Tenured and tenure-track faculty are strongly encouraged to apply and may be prioritized due to sustained curricular presence. Lecturers and part-time faculty are also eligible.
    Participant Expectations: Participants will engage in a minimum of two coaching meetings to develop the proposal into a final curricular product. All curricular products should include clearly stated learning outcomes and list out the materials (e.g., readings) that integrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander perspectives.All participants will be required to present their course enhancement in April 2027 as part of the ASAP Teaching Symposium (date TBD).
    The product may vary but can take the form of:
    • Fully developed assignment instructions with reference materials;
    • Detailed lesson plans;
    • Presentation slide decks, etc.
    Please contact Jude Paul Dizon, judepaul.dizon@csueastbay.edu for further questions and inquiries.

  • Yoga & Acupuncture session in collaboration with @kaacuwellness
    This session is the next part of our ASAP wellness initiatives. This event will be facilitated by Kat Cabanayan from Ka Acu Wellness. Kat received her primary acupuncture education from Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College in Berkeley. She became certified in facial acupuncture through Pacific College of Health and Sciences. Come experience Kat's practices where she prioritizes healing-centered, trauma-informed care, and cultural humility. Kat aims to convey that wellness and identity are intersectional. Join us in prioritizing self-care, relaxing, and experiencing the benefits of yoga and acupuncture with Kat.
    Please share widely with your networks and students. 
    Spots are limited and participants must be able to attend the full session. RSVP kindly requested- OR code included on flyer.
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  • Thursday, November 5, 2026

    Join the Pasifika Scholars for the 3 kava sessions for the Fall semester by engaging in meaningful conversations, community, and Talanoa with Pasifika Scholar members

    • October 15th
    • Octobef 29th
    • November 5th

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  • Thursday, October 29, 2026

    Protect Our Community! This is a community safety expo built around workshops and a resource fair. If you're concerned about AI data center development, government surveillance, caring for disabled community members or emergency preparedness, you won't want to miss this event! We're partnering with local organizations who are excited to share information with YOU. Come connect with these organizations, East Bay student leaders, and community resources while learning how we can work together to protect our communities. 

    📅 October 29, 2026
    ⏰ 12-2 PM
    📍 South Union MPR

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  • Be in community, get fresh air and your 30 minute walk in during the remaining monthly offerings. Meet in front of Panda Express. 

    Tuesday- November 10 (11:20 AM- 12 PM)

    Wednesday- November 18 (12:20-1 PM)

    Thursday- December 3 (12:20- 1 PM)

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  • Friday, October 30, 2026

    AANHPI Graduate Student Fall Welcome Back Community Mixer
    October 30, 2026
    5:00 -7:00pm 
    AE 142
    • RSVP by Oct 23, 2026 (so we can ensure adequate food!)
    Meet fellow Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander (AANHPI) graduate students from programs across campus! The Fall Welcome Back Community Mixer is an opportunity to make new friends and professional connections with AANHPI graduate students as well as AANHIPI faculty/staff. Join us to share a meal, have great conversation, and get connected to new folks and resources!
    Food and refreshments will be provided!
    Questions?
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  • Tuesday, September 29, In-Person

    Join us for Sound & Stillness: A Restorative Wellness Experience, featuring reflective journaling, guided meditation, breathwork, and a soothing sound bath. This event is part of API Waves- a year-long initiative that provides a collective space for staff, students, and faculty to tend their well being and health in community 

    🗓️ Tuesday, September 29 

    ⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM 

    📍 South UU Multi-Purpose Room 

    Open to our CSU East Bay community- staff, students, and faculty! 

    This event is sponsored by the AANHPI Student Achievement Program and organized by the ASAP Wellness Ambassadors and Student Ambassadors 

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  • Wednesday, October 21, 2026

    Explore a history of tea and its connections to religious and spiritual practices across Asia in this interactive lecture and mindfulness workshop. 🍵🌸

    We’ll briefly trace how tea has been used in contemplative traditions and everyday rituals, then shift from history to experience with a guided mindful tea tasting and pastries.

    No prior knowledge or tea experience is required! Come curious, slow down, and experience tea through a different lens 🫖✨

    📅 Wednesday, October 21
    ⏰ 12-1:30 PM
    📍 South UU Bayview

    Open to all members of the CSU East Bay community! RSVP using the QR code on the flyer at the end.

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  • Thursday, September 3, 2026, In-Person

    Join us as we gather to connect, build community, and share how you can engage in AANHPI efforts on campus for the upcoming year! 

    Thursday, September 3, 2026 | CORE 178 

    12-1 PM: PIAA- student focused 

    1-2 PM: ASAP focused, open to campus community 

    Registration kindly required: http://bit.ly/paw-26 

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  • Engage with dynamic, self-paced materials each week on your own schedule, then come together for two live sessions designed to connect, reflect, and deepen your learning.Whether you have deep experience engaging with AANHPI topics or are just beginning your journey. We invite you to join us in this collaborative space for collective learning, reflection, and institutional transformation.  

    Program Structure  

    🔹 Six online asynchronous modules with readings and interactive reflection activities   
    🔹 Two live sessions for connection and collaboration (dates will depend on participant schedules)  
    🔹 Facilitated by Asian American Studies scholars and practitioners from CSUEB   

    Who Should Participate?  

    This program is open to all CSUEB faculty and staff with active appointments during Fall 2026. 

    Application Due Tuesday, August 25, 2026  Campus Learning Community on AANHPI Experiences 

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