2009 Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Calendar of Events

Henna Tattoos and Indian Snack Sale
Monday, March 30, 2009 & Tuesday March 31, 2009
Mack Student Center Atrium, North Campus
Come support South Asian Students Association's first fundraiser! Get a henna tattoo or purchase Indian snacks and drinks.
Sponsored by South Asian Students Association (SASA)
Contact: SASA Hofstra

The Commuter Series presents: Take-Out Wednesday
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Noon-12:30 p.m.
221 Mack Student Center, North Campus
Attention commuting students! Stay for common hour events and enjoy lunch on us!  This month's featured cuisine will coincide with Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
** This event is restricted to Hofstra Commuter Students ONLY**
Sponsored by the Office of Commuting Student Affairs
Contact: Jaclyn Congello

Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month Opening Reception
Thursday, April 2, 2009
5:30-7 p.m.
Rochelle and Irwin A. Lowenfeld Conference and Exhibition Hall
Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, 10th Floor, South Campus
Join members of the Hofstra community as we formally kick off our celebration of Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Come hear the 2009 keynote address given by New York City Councilman John C. Liu, and enjoy a light reception.
Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs
Contact: Pamela Phayme

Bollywood Movie Night
Thursday, April 16, 2009
7:00pm
13th floor lounge, Vanderpole Residence Hall, North Campus
Did you know that Indian cinema produces films annually than Hollywood? Join South Asian Students Association to enjoy a hit Bollywood movie with action, comedy, and music! Film will have subtitles and snacks will be served.
**This event is limited to Hofstra Residential Students ONLY**
Sponsored by the South Asian Students Association
Contact: SASA Hofstra

Third Annual NYC Asian-American Student Conference
Saturday, April 18, 2009
9:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
Kimmel Center for University Life, New York University
Join students from the New York metropolitan area for this dynamic leadership conference. Students will participate in workshops, panels, and receive one free ticket to a concert after the conference!  This event is FREE for any student to participate!
Sponsored by New York University
Contact: e-mail Pamela Phayme or visit nycaasc.com

True Life: I'm a Hofstra International Student
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Plaza Room West, Mack Student Center, North Campus
Did you know that students from India, China, South Korea, Japan, and Canada comprise 49 percent of all international students in the United States?  It's about Real Students. It's about Real Experiences. It's about TRUE LIFE. Please join us for an insightful discussion about what it's like to be an international student at Hofstra.
Sponsored by the Office of Residential Programs and the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs
Contact: Sean Dowd or Pamela Phayme

Multicultural Film Series presents: “My Life (Translated): SuChin Pak”
Thursday, April 23, 2009
6-8:30 p.m.
Mack Student Center Theater, North Campus
Former MTV news correspondent SuChin Pak is featured in the series “My Life (Translated)”, which examines the lives of young adults balancing their American lifestyles with traditional customs and cultures of their family's native roots. Join us for a screening and discussion of this insightful documentary about cross cultural identity and development.
Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs
Contact: Pamela Phayme

Asian-American Identity and the Stereotype of the “Model Minority”
A Diversity, Dialogue, and Desserts series program
Friday, April 24, 2009
2-3:30 p.m.
141 Mack Student Center, North Campus
Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs.
Contact: Ryan Greene

"Holi"-Festival of Spring Colors (in conjunction with Music Fest)
Saturday, May 2, 2009
2:00pm
Intramural Fields, North Campus
Come celebrate the return of spring with the members of SASA during Music Fest.
Sponsored by the South Asian Students Association
Contact: SASA Hofstra

2009 API Heritage Month Sponsors:
Hofstra University
Division of Student Affairs
Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs
Hofstra University Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library
Hofstra Concerts
Office of Commuting Student Affairs
Office of Residential Programs
Office of Student Leadership and Activities
South Asian Students Association (SASA)