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SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Why Does Asian American Studies Matter?
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Michigan Department of American Culture’s Asian/Pacific Islander American Studies program and the U-M Alumni Association for \"Why Does Asian American Studies Matter?\" \n\nThis event features a screening of Making Waves: The Rise of Asian America\, followed by a panel discussion with scholars and local leaders exploring the history\, impact\, and ongoing movements for ethnic studies.\n\n4:00 PM: Film Screening of Making Waves: The Rise of Asian America  \n5:00 PM: Panel Discussion & Q&A  \n\nPanelist Spotlight:   \nModerator: Melissa Borja   \nPanelist: Sen. Stephanie Chang   \nPanelist: Roland Hwang   \n\nAbout the Program:\nMaking Waves: The Rise of Asian America highlights stories of activism\, resilience\, and belonging within the Asian American community. Following the screening\, our featured panelists will engage in a discussion addressing the critical role of Asian American Studies\, community strength\, and ongoing efforts to advance ethnic studies education.\n\nThis film is a feature documentary exploring the fight to bring A/AAPI history into school curricula. Tracing the movement from 1968 California to modern-day youth activism in Michigan\, the battles continue in state houses\, school district meetings\, and campuses.
UID:154417-21917716@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/154417
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:American Culture,Asia,Asia-pacific,Asian American,Asian American Studies,Asian/pacific Islander American Studies,Department Of American Culture,Discussion,Film,Free
LOCATION:Chemistry Dow Lab - 1300
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