Affiliate GroupsKSA, the Korean Students Association, formerly the Korean American Students Association (KASA), has traditionally functioned as a social, cultural, political, and community service organization, and has provided the voice for the Korean American community here on campus. Throughout the year, the officer core and members--working together--plan a wide range of events and activities open to the entire campus. We extend a warm welcome to all of you and an invitation to become an active part of the Korean American community here at Stanford. Newtype is Stanford University's anime club started by Hao Anh Le in 1992. He left for Japan during the 1995-96 academic year, and Eric Tsai took over for the duration. But by 1997, Newtype had fallen apart and Stanford Otakus were forced underground... Then, in 1998, Tipatat resurrected Newtype and proclaimed that Otakus at Stanford would no longer have to lurk in the shadows and that Anime and Otaku culture would once and forever more have a voice at Stanford University. This is the rebirth of Stanford Newtype, a group whose purpose is to not only provide the Stanford Community with the finest selection of original language and English subtitled Japanese Animation, but to also promote awareness of anime culture. Otakus at Stanford Unite! Founded in 1989, Sanskriti has expanded quickly to become one of the largest cultural groups at Stanford. With over 500 members, Sanskriti functions as a portal that connects the Stanford community to South Asian culture. By exploring history and tradition, addressing issues of sociopolitical importance, presenting a social forum for our members, and promoting our performances and lively arts to the rest of the Stanford community, Sanskriti seeks to strengthen student awareness of South Asian culture. SUN, Stanford University Nikkei, is an organization for anyone interested in Japanese and Japanese American cultures, and issues relating to Japanese and Japanese Americans both on campus and in the larger community. As both a social and volunteer oriented organization, SUN attempts to participate in recreational activities within the group and with other groups on campus, while at the same time remaining involved in the community outside of Stanford. SUN's past activities have included organizing the 1993 Japanese American Reunion event, volunteering at the Cherry Blossom Festival in San Francisco, and participating in the Day of Remembrance event in San Jose. Formed in the spring of 1988, Stanford Vietnamese Student Association (SVSA) has served as an on-campus family for all of its members, providing a support network and opportunities to increase ethnic and cultural awareness. The members of SVSA are truly diverse. Yet, we share a warmth, friendship, and closeness that makes belonging to SVSA a truly special experience. As a club, we participate in many campus activities and take an active part in the cultural, social and political life of the Vietnamese community in Northern California. SVSA looks forward to providing Vietnamese American students at Stanford with a chance to learn and grow in a warm, supportive environment. SAAAC, the Stanford Asian American Activism Committee, is a revolutionary collective of Asian American organizers and activists dedicated to the global struggle for equality, justice, and liberation for all oppressed peoples. As Asian Americans, we stand in solidarity with all people of color and oppose all imperialist wars of aggression, at home and abroad. Sawaddee from the Thai American Intercultural Society (THAIS)! We are a young group run by Thai and Thai-American students who are excited to share with you the intricate qualities of Thai culture, history, religion, language, and of course, Thai food! We invite all who are interested to come and experience the unique taste of Thailand through our weekly banquet gatherings, frequent excursions to nearby Thai Wats (Temples) and other Thai cultural centers, as well as our customary cuisine. The Stanford Khmer Association (SKA), formerly the Stanford Cambodian Cultural Association, seeks to promote awareness of Khmer culture through community events, culture and film nights, and other sponsored events. The club is open to all members of the Stanford undergraduate community regardless of ethnicity, and features a diverse membership. Taiwanese Cultural Society (TCS) is a dedicated group of Stanford students who promote the awareness and preservation of Taiwanese culture. The unique history of Taiwan lends to a dynamic identity. We seek to explore issues related to the island and to ourselves- who are mostly 2nd generation Taiwanese-Americans. UCAA, the Undergraduate Chinese American Association, emerged in 1988 as a cradle for Chinese culture and a social forum for the Stanford community. Cultural demonstrations complement annual cultural events such as the trip to the San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade, Culture Night, and Dim Sum outings. Popular social events in the past have included the ski trip and excursions to the beach. So join us, meet new people, and become part of the dynamic Asian American community at Stanford. Steeped in history and rich in tradition, the Asian American Theater Project (AATP) boasts its famous founders David Henry Hwang and Nancy Takahashi. Established in 1978, AATP strives to feature Asian Americans in positive, non-stereotypical roles and to encourage Asian American talent in the arts. We hope to continue to build on our fine tradition of Asian American drama by providing opportunities to act, direct, write, and design. We welcome those interested in drama and theater to join us in our portrayals of the different stories which compose the Asian American experience. | ||