Upcoming Events
Check out upcoming MCC virtual events that celebrate and honor Asian and Pacific Islander heritage.
Asian Pacific Islander Coalition
Learn more and get involved with A.P.I.C.- student led organization at MCC.
Resources
A list of helpful resource for the API community and allies.
Celebrate
In celebration of 2021 Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Mesa Community College (MCC) Asian Pacific Islander Coalition (APIC) promotes an opportunity to learn about the culture, traditions and history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders by partnering with the Office of Student Life & Leadership, the District Diversity Advisory Council, Asian Pacific Islander Association (APIA), and other API community groups.
The heritage month celebration also helps us address issues affecting API communities and discuss what we can/should do in society. Please join us in the following events & activities.
Upcoming Events
All are welcome to attend Asian Pacific Islander Month events happening throughout the Maricopa Community College District, April -May. Please click on the events for more details and event links.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request accommodations or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Beth Ann Wright at bethann.wright@mesacc.edu.
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Contests & Activities
API Trivia Quiz Contest (April & May)
- April 5 through May 20
- Campus members may sign up for APIC Canvas and take 10 quizzes. Top 3 winners will receive prizes.
- Sign up for APIC Canvas at https://maricopa.instructure.com/enroll/TG3MGH
Asian Pacific Islander Coalition (A.P.I.C.)
Join the A.P.I.C. Club @ MCC!
What we do:
- Promote Asian and Pacific Islander cultures
- Support student success, leadership, and diversity
- Get together, and have fun!
When we meet:
- Fridays at 2:00 PM
- Click HERE to join the meeting
How to find us:
- Email Advisor: zhaowen.ruan@mesacc.edu
- Subscribe to the Canvas page: Maricopa.instructure.com/enroll/TG3MGH
Resources
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Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS)
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Mindful Meggie blog: Practical resources to help people with a mental health condition travel + travel and mental health stories, written by Meggie Tran, MCC APIC member.
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Hong, C. P. (2020). Minor feelings: an Asian American reckoning. First edition. New York: One World