Campus & Community

2023 Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Photos

Wednesday, May 3, 2023, By Christine Grabowski
Individual standing with their hands folded in beautiful dress.

Students perform at ASIA night in the Shine Underground showcasing talents from across campus and the AAPI community, which featured dancing, singing and more. (Photo by Angela Ryan)

黑料不打烊 hosted the annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month celebration in April so all on campus could join in honoring the histories, cultural diversity, identities and contributions of AAPI communities rather than in May when it is nationally celebrated.

Organized by the AAPI Heritage Month Planning Committee, with support from Multicultural Affairs, the Center for International Services and Student Living, this year鈥檚 calendar featured a full schedule of speakers, exhibitions, performances and student organization events.

The theme for this year鈥檚 celebration was 鈥淐ommunity Coming Together: Strength in Unity.鈥

These photos capture highlights from several of the signature events planned. Thanks to all who participated!

Group of five individuals on a stage dancing in red and white dresses

Students showcased their cultural traditions and talents during the International Festival on April 2. (Photo by Amelia Beamish)

Four individuals on stage performing with musical instruments

Students showcased their cultural traditions and talents during the International Festival on April 2. (Photo by Amelia Beamish)

Woman pointing at a painting on a wall speaking in front of several others.

Susan Wadley, professor emeritus of anthropology, during a lunchtime lecture, explained art from the Mithila region of India at the 黑料不打烊 Art Museum. (Photo by Angela Ryan)

Various foods on a long table with students serving their peers on the other side of the table.

Multicultural Greek Council hosted a night market on April 7 for students to learn about popular Asian and Pacific Island regional foods. (Photo by Angela Ryan)

Group of students sitting together in white shirts colored in various colors.

The South Asian Student Association hosted a vibrant Holi event on April 8 to celebrate the Indian festival of colors. The celebration included an explosion of colors, delicious food and lively music and dancing. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

Several individuals holding the palms of their hands together covered in various colors.

The South Asian Student Association hosted a vibrant Holi event on April 8 to celebrate the Indian festival of colors. The celebration included an explosion of colors, delicious food and lively music and dancing. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

Students sitting in chairs holding BINGO cards.

Orange After Dark hosted Grocery Bingo with an AAPI twist on April 13. The winner received a tote bag filled with the best food and snacks from Asian cultures, picked specifically by the AAPI Heritage Month Planning Committee. (Photo by Ross Knight)

Individual standing at a podium speaking with a presentation on the screen behind them.

New Yorker staff writer and bestselling author Hua Hsu gave an AAPI Heritage Month commemorative lecture on April 20. (Photo by Angela Ryan)

Five students dancing on a dark lit stage.

On April 21, students performed at ASIA night in the Schine Underground showcasing talents from across campus and the AAPI community, featuring dancing, singing and more. (Photo by Angela Ryan)