Asian Cultural Celebration Begins Tuesday March 22 at 12:30 p.m.

WPUNJ Asian Cultural Celebration recognizes, appreciates, and celebrates the vibrant and diverse culture and history of Asian Americans through presentations, workshops and performances.  These efforts are made possible through the contributions of students, faculty, and staff in the Asian Cultural Celebration Planning Committee. This experience is eligible for credit towards the Social Justice Leadership Badge. 

Sponsored by Student Government Association Asian Cultural Celebration Planning Committee, The Center for Diversity & Inclusion, Office of Student Transitions, Cheng Library, Alumni Relations, Campus Activities Service & Leadership, Office of Residence Life, Career Development Center, Korea Club, GO Japan, SAPB, NSLS, Lambda Tau Omega Sorority, Inc,  Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc, Mu Sigma Upsilon Sorority, Inc, Asian Studies Program, Communications Department, College of Arts Humanities and Social Sciences, Office of the President and the SEED GRANT for Korean Studies (AKS-2020-INC-2230001)

Join us on Tuesday, March 2022 at 12:30 p.m. at the UC MPR for the Opening Celebration featuring performances and Asian Fusion Food followed by Holi Festival Performance on Zanfino Plaza at 2 p.m.

Wednesday, March 23:

2 PM - 3:00 PM "WHAT ASIA MEANS TO ME". Sponsored by the Asian Studies Program featuring a student panel. Meeting ID: 950 3871 0436

2 PM - 4:40 PM Film Screening & DISCUSSION: The Namesake. Sponsored by the Communications Department. About the film: Mira Nois's moving adaptation of Jhumpa Lahiri's bestseller follows a young Indian couple's journey to U.S. to offer a probing exploration of the immigrant experience. Martini Room, Hamilton Hall

Thursday, March 24:

2:30 PM - 2 PM Japanese Calligraphy. Sponsored by Go Japan. Complimentary refreshments and calligraphy kits will be provided for the in-person experience. Grant 235

3:30 PM - 5 PM South & East Asian Cultural Customs & Traditions and Free Henna Hand Design. Sponsored by the Center for Diversity & Inclusion & NSLS. Immersive presentation of customs and traditions across South and East Asia. Professional Henna Artist and complimentary refreshments offered. UC 209

6 PM - 8:40 PM Film Viewing & Discussion of Parasite. Sponsored by the Communications Department. About the film: The first non-American movie to win an Oscars as the best motion picture, this biting thriller about class divide in South Korea established Bong Joon Ho as one of the top film makers of our time. MEETING ID: https://wpunj.zoom.us/j/93029500339

Monday, March 28:

6 PM - 7 PM Climate Justice & Sustainability: Micronesia & Pacific Islands. Sponsored by the Center for Diversity & Inclusion featuring climate activists. Meeting ID: 947 7139 3884

Tuesday, March 29:

2:30PM - 1:30 PM Keynote Speaker & Alumni Panel. Sponsored by the Career Development Center. Keynote Speaker Ien Chi on his compelling post-graduation story and the power of networking that led to his success in the communications and film industry and amassing 5 million subscribers over 3 years. Followed by a moderated conversation with Alumni Panelists. This presentation is geared towards purpose-driven Gen-Zers, Millennials, and Asian- Americans who are oriented towards a mission-driven approach to both life and career. UC MPR and Live Stream. Meeting ID: 975 4129 2344 Passcode:

2 PM - 4:40 PM Film Viewing & Discussion of JU DOUS. Sponsored by the Communications Department. About the film: Zhang Yimou's daring critique of patriarchy in traditional Chinese culture drew the wrath of the Chinese authorities and heralded new visions on Chinese cinema. Hamilton Hall Screening Room 140

Wednesday, March 30:

2 PM - 4:40 PM Film Viewing & Discussion of Tampopo. Sponsored by the Communications Department. About the film: An episodic comedy defining the Japanese culture through the satirical lens of director Juzu Itami, whose wife, Nabuko Miyamoto, appears as Tampopo, a widowed mother desperately attempting to make perfect noodle dish and revive her business. Hamilton Hall Screening Room 140

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Bollywood Dance Lessons. Sponsored by Lambda Tau Omega Sorority, Inc and Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc. Join us for interactive dance lessons. UC MPR

8:30 PM - 9:30 PM Asian Influence on American Pop Culture and Croc Decorating. Sponsored by Residence Life. Discussion on how Asian culture are represented in pop culture while decorating our crocs with pokemon, anime, squid game and other characters. Skyline Residence Hall Lobby

Thursday, March 31:

12:30 PM - 1:50PM Diverse Histories of Asian Americans in the U.S. Faculty panel on the histories of Asian Americans sponsored by the Asian Studies Program Featuring: Dr. Rajender Kaur, Director, Asian Studies Program; Dr. Keumjae Park, Professor, Dept. of Sociology and Criminal Justice; and Dr. Madhuri Mukherjee, Professor, Dept. of Languages & Cultures.  Meeting ID: 975 1660 8220 Passcode: 2022

6 PM - 840 PM Film Viewing & Discussion of Minari. Sponsored by SEED Grant and Korea Club. Discussion led by Dr. Keumjae Park. About the film: A tender and sweeping story about what roots us, Minari follows a Korean-American family that moves to an Arkansas farm in search of their own American Dream. MEETING ID: https://wpunj.zoom.us/j/97349484685

7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Recognizing And Celebrating Ethnicities (R.A.C.E. ). Sponsored by Mu Sigma Upsilon Sorority, Inc. Immersive experience featuring live performances, art, and music. Complimentary refreshments will be provided.  UC MPR

Friday, April 1:

6:30 PM -9PM Pioneer Café: ThinkFast Game Night. Sponsored by CASL, SEED Grant and Korea Club. Join us for an interactive Game Night experience. Students win prizes and enjoy complimentary Asian Fusion food. UC MPR

Thursday, April 7:

12:30 PM - 1:45 PM From South Bronx to Seoul: The Making of Korean Hip Hop. Sponsored by SEED Grant. Join us for a talk by Dr. Myoung-Sun Song (Univ. of Illinois). Meeting ID: 957 8181 8668 Passcode: 207933