Generation Asian Pacific American (GenAPA) is a student organization dedicated to celebrating and promoting Asian and Pacific Islander culture through an annual culture show and several other culture workshops.

Join Manan Desai for an engaging and thought-provoking workshop that celebrates and promotes Asian and Pacific Islander culture. The session will begin with a 30-45 minute lecture, where Dr. Desai will explore key themes from his research.

Following the lecture, participants will engage in an interactive segment, designed to foster deeper engagement with the material. Possible activities may include:
• Discussion Circles: Small group discussions on how contemporary media continues to perpetuate or challenge colonial narratives.

This year’s theme is “Panorama” which conveys expanding the lens on APIA culture, moving beyond its typical focus to offer a broader, more inclusive view. By juxtaposing the narrow scope of a picture with the wide view of a panorama, we are capturing the diversity and complexity of APIA communities.