Chinese Watercolor PaintingThe Associated Students of Skyline College is proud to present Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a series of celebrations to honor the accomplishments and contributions that Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have made throughout history. This year instead of holding a one day celebration, The Associated Students of Skyline College will host multiple events from Monday, April 27 to Wednesday, May 13.  This year our theme focuses on educating our community about the artistic contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. We are excited to showcase renowned artists and performers, and are elated to have Skyline College’s faculty members and student clubs play a part in the creation and facilitation of several of the activities.

Calendar of Events:

Monday, April 27th

  • Origami Art Booth with ASSC and a Taste of Japan; 12PM – 2PM
  • Taiko Performance by GenRyu Arts; 12:15PM – 1:15PM
  • Location: Quad

Tuesday, April 28th

  • Tai Chi Workshop taught by Skyline’s own Ronda Wimmer; 10AM – 11AM
  • Chinese Tea Tasting Ceremony and sounds of YanQin Zhao from Melody of China; 12PM – 1PM
  • Meditation Workshop taught by Ugyen Dolma of Tibet Stars; 1PM – 2PM
  • Location: Building 6, Rm6-202/ 6-204/ 6-206

Monday, May 4th

  • A Taste of the Islands; Hula Performance by Kalani Viloria and Anjelica Gacutan; 12PM – 1PM
  • Lei Making Workshop taught by Leah of Aloha Warehouse; 12PM – 1PM
  • A Sweet treat from the Island of Hawai’i; 1PM
  • Pilipino Culture Night sneak peak presented by Skyline’s PCN class; 1PM – 2PM
  • Location: Quad

Wednesday, May 6th

  • Chinese Paint Workshop taught by ShiPei Zhang and JiaFa Zhou of Art 365; 6PM – 8PM
  • Location: Building 1, Rm1-303

Wednesday, May 13th

  • Bhangra Dancing provided by Rhythms of Punjab; 12PM – 1PM
  • Location: Quad

For more information please visit the Center for Student Life and Leadership Development or email Dzheng4@my.smccd.edu.

Article by Dennis Zheng