1999 Asian American Awareness Month
Calendar of Events
Poetry Reading by Marilyn Chin
4 p.m., Monday, February 22, Author's Corner of the Illini Union Bookstore
The award winning author of The Phoenix Gone, the Terrace Empty, and of Dwarf Bamboo, Chin defines her existence as a
first-generation Asian-American woman, contrasting ancient and contemporary images of China and America. She is on the
faculty of the MFA program at San Diego State University.
Asian American Studies Committee Film Series
Noon, February 25, March 4, and March 23, Asian American Studies, 1001 W. Nevada
Film titles to be announced.
2-28 Memorial
7 p.m., Saturday, February 27, 228 Natural History Building
Memorial for February 28, 1947 massacre of 20,000 Taiwanese includes an informative video by a second-generation
Taiwanese-American, a guest speaker who survived the event at the age of 19, and a candlelight vigil to remember the
victims.
Fundraiser for Refugee Center Children's Tutoring Program
11:30 am-2 pm, Sunday February 28, Unitarian Church basement, Green and Birch, Urbana
Spaghetti dinner fundraiser for the Saturday Morning Children's Tutoring Program of the East Central Illinois Refugee
Mutual Assistance Center (ECIRMAC). Suggested $5-10 donation.
Kickoff Celebration for Asian American Awareness Month
Noon, Monday, March 1, Courtyard Café, Illini Union
This entertaining event will include skits, music, and will feature the winners of the Asian American Awareness Month
Essay Competition.
Culture in the Mirror
7:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 2, 404 Illini Union
When images of attractiveness in the U.S. are displayed, rarely are features of APAs ever seen. What are the effects that
this might have on self-concept and connection to culture? This talk will focus on the psychological research in this area
of attractiveness, yet provide opportunity for discussion and exchange of experience and ideas by participants.
Poetry reading by Vince Gotera
7 p.m., Wednesday, March 3, 110 Lincoln Hall
Dr. Gotera is the award-winning author of Dragonfly, a book of poetry, and of Radical Visions: Poetry by Vietnam Veterans,
a book of literary criticism. He is associate professor of English and coordinator of the creative writing program at the
University of Northern Iowa.
Paradigm 99
3 p.m., Saturday, March 6, Foellinger Auditorium
The Philippine Student Association proudly presents its 14th annual fashion show and cultural presentation. Tickets are
available for $6 in advance and $7 at the door.
Hawai'i Club Lu'au
7 p.m., Saturday, March 6, Illini Union Ballrooms A, B, C
Gathering with Hawaiian food and entertainment. $7 for students, $10 for general admission.
Beyond Black and White: Asian Americans and Civil Rights
4 p.m., Monday, March 8, Armory
Professor Frank H. Wu of Howard Law School will discuss issues of race and the legal system.
Affirmative Action Debate by Frank H. Wu and Dinesh D'Sousa
7:30, Monday, March 8, Lincoln Hall Theater
This timely debate will showcase two vastly different Asian American perspectives on this issue and the role of our community.
"Fire" Film Presentation
6:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 9, La Casa Cultural Latina, 1203 W Nevada
Deepa Mehta's 1998 controversial feature film depicts the growing intimacy between two sisters-in-law trapped in loveless
marriages. A discussion with Dr. Umeeta Sadarangani of Khuli Zaban will follow.
The Films of Evans Chan
7:30 p.m., March 10, 23, and 24, 66 Library
This Hong Kong filmmaker, now based in New York, has produced three feature films. To Live(e) will be shown on 3/10, Journey
to Beijing on 3/23, and Crossings on 3/24. The filmmaker will be present to introduce and discuss his work at the 3/24
screening.
Spring Break
Saturday, March 13 - Sunday, March 21
We Be Jammin'
Time, Thursday, March 25, Location TBA
Asian Pacific American student artists showcase their talents.
Performance of "A Slice of Rice, Frijoles, and Greens"
Friday, March 26, Time and Location TBA
This performance is a humorous and poignant mix of stories that give vivid insight into the Asian, Latino, and African
American experience. Using theater, music, and dance, three artists open windows to their own world through their personal
tales. Though each slice may be different, "rice, frijoles, and greens" join to make a statement that entertains while
enlightens, taking audiences beyond cultural borders.
Ankoku Butoh
Friday-Saturday, March 26-27, Amory Theatre, 4th and Armory
This multimedia, dance, and theatre performance is influenced by the Japanese art form of Butoh, popular during post war
Japan in the 1950-60s. For more information, contact s-tong1@students.uiuc.edu.
I Was Born with Two Tongues
Saturday, March 27, Illinois Disciples Foundation, Corner of Springfield and Wright
Poetry performance featuring Asian American Artists Collective alums. $5 cover. For more info contact mars@xnet.com or
garla@students.uiuc.edu.
Asian American Association Fashion Show
1 p.m., Saturday, March 27, YMCA, 1001 S Wright St, Champaign
For more info, contact Peter at thirapho@ or Adrian at acchiu@ or call 367-8809.
Professor Judy Wu, The Ohio State University
4 p.m., Monday, March 29
Professor Wu will be speaking about her biography of Dr. Margaret Chung (l889-l959), the first American born woman of
Chinese descent to become a physician. Wu's research on Chung provides a case study for analyzing social attitudes toward
race, gender, and sexuality.
A Magazine Guide to Asian American Pride
7 p.m., Tuesday, March 30, La Casa Cultural Latina, 1203 W Nevada
In this video, Asian American achievers talk about the challenges they faced and overcame on the road to success. They
share their insights and ambitions, and offer valuable advice on how to succeed in an array of fields and careers. Includes
Robert Matsui, Michael Chang, Bala Ambati, Syngman Rhee, George Takei, Kristi Yamaguchi, and Loida Lewis.
India Night 1999: A Close to the Century
Friday & Saturday, April 2 & 3, Foellinger Auditorium
India Night 1999 will recap the last 100 years in India and America and show what the future holds for Indians in India and
America. Ticket sales begin March 8th through Illini Union box office.
Asian American Women: The Issues They Face Living in America
7 p.m., Tuesday, April 6, 406 Illini Union
This discussion of the YWCA Community Dialogue Series on Racism and Sexism will feature An-Ha Ho, Jung Kim, Teresa Mok, and
Debjani Mukherjee as panalists.
Asian American Studies Committee Council Meeting
4-6 p.m., Thursday, April 8, Levis Faculty Center Reading Room
For more information about our developing academic program in Asian American studies, call 244-9530, drop by the office located
at 1003 W. Nevada, Urbana, or check out www.uiuc.edu/unit/aasc/.
Asian Americans in Higher Education
10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, April 10, Asian American Studies, 1003 W. Nevada
This one-day conference will feature both local and invited scholars whose research and activities focus on Asian Americans
in higher education. Open to all interested students, faculty and community members.
"I Don't Want to be a Doctor:" Making Decisions about Your Major and Career
7 p.m., Wednesday, April 14, 405 Illini Union
This discussion group will focus on ways Asian American students can balance the demands of school, work, friends and family
as they make decisions about majors and careers.
Thai Musical Heritage Concert
6 p.m., Friday, April 16, McKinley Church and Foundation, 809 S. Fifth St., Champaign
This first Thai classical music concert to be held in our community features an award-winning string ensemble from Thailand.
4th Annual APA Leadership Awards Ceremony
7 p.m., Thursday, April 22, 314 Illini Union
The Asian Pacific American community at UIUC recognizes its leaders and organizations for their contributions to the university.
Sixth Annual Health Fair
10 am - 3 pm, April 29, Illini Union Ballrooms A, B, C
This interactive event features cholesterol screenings, blood sugar/pressure screenings, spinal checks, and massages.
Information will be available on stress management, drugs and alcohol, safe sex, nutrition, mental health, herbal remedies
and much, much, more. Enjoy music, food, funk-aerobics, and win prizes.
Garba/Raas/Bhangra
7 p.m., Friday, April 30, Illini Union Ballrooms A, B, C
Traditional dance festival originating in India.
This calendar was developed by the Asian Pacific American Awareness Month Committee of the Student Affairs Program Coordinating Council. For further information regarding any of these programs, contact the Office of the Dean of Students in Turner Student Services Building or call 244-6694.
Sponsors of these events include:
Asian American Artists Collective, Asian American Association, Asian Pacific American Affairs-Office of the Dean of Students,
Asian Pacific American Coalition, Asian Pacific American Resource Committee, Asian American Law Student Association, Asian
American Studies Committee, Asian Studies Program, Black Law Student Association, Campus Recreation, Counseling Center,
Department of English Carr Visiting Writers Series, Department of History, Federalist Society, Hawai'i Club, Illini Union Board,
Illini Union Bookstore, Indian Student Association, Khuli Zaban, Latino Law Student Association, McKinley Health Center Special
Populations' Student Health Concerns Committee, Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Concerns, Philippine Student
Association, Residence Life, Student Organization Resource Fund, Taiwanese American Student Club, Thai Student Association and
Thai community of Urbana-Champaign, Unit for Cinema Studies, Women's Studies Program, and YWCA.
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