MISSION STATEMENTTo build a conscious, inclusive Asian/Asian American community through the preservation and reinvention of our identities as people of color, the critical examination of our histories, and the active definition of our space by challenging social injustice.
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ABOUT ASIAN AMERICAN STUDENTS ASSOCIATIONThe Asian American Students Association (AASA) serves the Asian Pacific Islander (API) community at Brown University through education, organization, service, and action. AASA is dedicated to fostering open cooperation among different groups to actively promote conciousness of API cultures and issues. AASA sponsors several major events each year, including Asian Arts Fest, the Asian American Gala, game nights, discussions, and movie showings.
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King John Pascual Co-Chair
Health and Human Biology
Class of 2014
My name is King, senior concentrating in Human Bio. I'm originally from the Philippines but I moved to McAllen, TX in 2003. My favorite sandwich is the Smoked Salmon Wasabi from Au Bon Pain. I pretend that I can play the ukelele very well and my goal in life is to be fluent in at least 3 languages.
Health and Human Biology
Class of 2014
My name is King, senior concentrating in Human Bio. I'm originally from the Philippines but I moved to McAllen, TX in 2003. My favorite sandwich is the Smoked Salmon Wasabi from Au Bon Pain. I pretend that I can play the ukelele very well and my goal in life is to be fluent in at least 3 languages.
Marimo Shioda Co-Chair
Architectural Studies
Class of 2014
My concentration is the Architectural Studies track in the HIAA department. I'm a senior from Burlington, MA. Other than AASA, I am involved in Brown Taekwondo, Figure Skating at Brown, and Bruin Club campus tours. I love cooking, yoga, and my cat. A fun fact about me is that I just spent a semester abroad in Copenhagen.
Architectural Studies
Class of 2014
My concentration is the Architectural Studies track in the HIAA department. I'm a senior from Burlington, MA. Other than AASA, I am involved in Brown Taekwondo, Figure Skating at Brown, and Bruin Club campus tours. I love cooking, yoga, and my cat. A fun fact about me is that I just spent a semester abroad in Copenhagen.
Winnie Shao Co-Treasurer
Business Economics
Class of 2016
I am a sophomore concentrating in business economics. I love chocolate, hazelnuts, sushi, and dumplings to a fault, and wish that I had more time to just sit down and enjoy food. I also love all the people in AASA, and encourage everyone to get involved in their respective communities!
Business Economics
Class of 2016
I am a sophomore concentrating in business economics. I love chocolate, hazelnuts, sushi, and dumplings to a fault, and wish that I had more time to just sit down and enjoy food. I also love all the people in AASA, and encourage everyone to get involved in their respective communities!
Ryan Lee Freshmen Representative
International Relations
Class of 2017
My name is Ryan. I was born and raised in San Diego, California! I am a freshman that's considering concentrating in International Relations. Currently, I'm learning my fourth language (French) with the other three being Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, and English. I personally identify as full Chinese, but am also deeply interested in issues regarding other Asian nations and first- or second-generation Asian Americans today.
International Relations
Class of 2017
My name is Ryan. I was born and raised in San Diego, California! I am a freshman that's considering concentrating in International Relations. Currently, I'm learning my fourth language (French) with the other three being Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, and English. I personally identify as full Chinese, but am also deeply interested in issues regarding other Asian nations and first- or second-generation Asian Americans today.
Demi Ma Co-Treasurer
Applied Math-Economics
Class of 2015
I am a junior from China, concentrating in Applied Math-Econ. I love Chinese food especially spicy ones ( although sometimes they are too spicy to be eaten); I enjoy working out ( but still on my way of keeping fit). I loves Brown and AASA, really appreciate the family feeling from AASA. I want to welcome everyone to this big family to enjoy our life together.
Applied Math-Economics
Class of 2015
I am a junior from China, concentrating in Applied Math-Econ. I love Chinese food especially spicy ones ( although sometimes they are too spicy to be eaten); I enjoy working out ( but still on my way of keeping fit). I loves Brown and AASA, really appreciate the family feeling from AASA. I want to welcome everyone to this big family to enjoy our life together.
Michelle Hoang Freshmen Representative
Biology
Class of 2017
Hi! I'm Michelle. I'm from sunny Los Angeles. I love going to the beach and having picnics at the park. I am a cat lady at heart (my secret life motto is that you can never have too many cats). I'm also a foodie and I like to try new and delicious foods (Who doesn't?). I'm planning on concentrating in Biology and I'm especially interested in career in research. I identity as both Vietnamese and Asian American.
Biology
Class of 2017
Hi! I'm Michelle. I'm from sunny Los Angeles. I love going to the beach and having picnics at the park. I am a cat lady at heart (my secret life motto is that you can never have too many cats). I'm also a foodie and I like to try new and delicious foods (Who doesn't?). I'm planning on concentrating in Biology and I'm especially interested in career in research. I identity as both Vietnamese and Asian American.
Jessica Fu Outreach Chair
Computer Science
Class of 2016
My name is Jessica and I'm from Canada! I was born in China but I immigrated with my family when I was small. I'm currently a sophomore at Brown studying in computer science so you'll find me in the CIT a lot. I enjoy reading manga, dancing, and most of all FOOD!
Computer Science
Class of 2016
My name is Jessica and I'm from Canada! I was born in China but I immigrated with my family when I was small. I'm currently a sophomore at Brown studying in computer science so you'll find me in the CIT a lot. I enjoy reading manga, dancing, and most of all FOOD!
Ally Nguyen Newsblog Staff
Undecided
Class of 2017
Hi there! My name is Ally Nguyen, and I identify as Vietnamese-American. I'm a first year from the Bay Area in California. I'm completely undecided about my concentration right now, but I think I'm becoming more interested in business or public policy. I love exploring and traveling, trying out new foods, and pretty much anything :)
Undecided
Class of 2017
Hi there! My name is Ally Nguyen, and I identify as Vietnamese-American. I'm a first year from the Bay Area in California. I'm completely undecided about my concentration right now, but I think I'm becoming more interested in business or public policy. I love exploring and traveling, trying out new foods, and pretty much anything :)
Kota Mizutani Freshman Representative
Political Science
Class of 2017
I am a second-generation Japanese American from California hoping to study political science. My primary interest is forming an Asian American political identity at Brown as well as bringing Asian American students from around the East Coast together to engage in dialogue about Asian American issues. For fun, I play taiko (Japanese drums), shamisen (Japanese banjo), and jazz sax!
Political Science
Class of 2017
I am a second-generation Japanese American from California hoping to study political science. My primary interest is forming an Asian American political identity at Brown as well as bringing Asian American students from around the East Coast together to engage in dialogue about Asian American issues. For fun, I play taiko (Japanese drums), shamisen (Japanese banjo), and jazz sax!
Wonnie Sim Planning and Photography Chair
Applied Math
Class of 2015
I love challenges, especially for fun stuff.
I love movies and sweets as well!
Whenever I have a hard time while something challenging, I watch a movie, have some sweets.
That's how I overcome all the slumps.
Applied Math
Class of 2015
I love challenges, especially for fun stuff.
I love movies and sweets as well!
Whenever I have a hard time while something challenging, I watch a movie, have some sweets.
That's how I overcome all the slumps.
Bee Vang Publicity Chair
Geopolitical Epistemologies
Class of 2015.5
My name is Bee and I am a returning student. I am currently pursuing an independently designed major in “Geopolitical Epistemologies” which synergizes philosophy, cultural studies, and political economy with critical race, gender/sexuality, and media studies. I spent the last two summers in China investigating rural development, popular and performance cultures, and global economics. Beyond my intellectual pursuits, I also work on projects to advance social justice through media, performance, organizing, and writing, especially on issues related but not limited to Asian America.
Geopolitical Epistemologies
Class of 2015.5
My name is Bee and I am a returning student. I am currently pursuing an independently designed major in “Geopolitical Epistemologies” which synergizes philosophy, cultural studies, and political economy with critical race, gender/sexuality, and media studies. I spent the last two summers in China investigating rural development, popular and performance cultures, and global economics. Beyond my intellectual pursuits, I also work on projects to advance social justice through media, performance, organizing, and writing, especially on issues related but not limited to Asian America.
Eric Chen Secretary and Historian
Biology and Economics
Class of 2015
I am a junior from Champaign, IL majoring in biology and economics. In my free time, I enjoy playing tennis, learning about cooking, and reading about history.
Biology and Economics
Class of 2015
I am a junior from Champaign, IL majoring in biology and economics. In my free time, I enjoy playing tennis, learning about cooking, and reading about history.
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