UIC Asian American Resource and Cultural Center - AARCC

UIC Asian American Resource and Cultural Center - AARCC Fan page for the Asian American Resource and Cultural Center (AARCC) at the University of Illinois at Chicago. We are located at 723 W Maxwell.

The Asian American Resource and Cultural Center (AARCC) is one of the seven Centers for Cultural Understanding and Social Change and officially opened in spring of 2005 as a result of student efforts to ensure that UIC support the needs of Asian Americans. AARCC is dedicated to educating the general campus about this diverse community. The Center offers social, cultural, and educational programs that promote knowledge of and foster engagement with issues relating to Asian Americans and Asian American studies. Our co-curricular programs enhance the UIC experience and provide opportunities for integrated learning and development. We collaborate and consult with other campus units to ensure that the needs of Asian American students are met. In line with the Great Cities Commitment, AARCC cultivates connections between UIC and Chicago's Asian American communities, serving as a resource for the campus to engage with off-campus Asian American organizations. AARCC is open to all members of the UIC campus and the surrounding community who have an interest in issues relevant to Asian Americans. AARCC is located at 723 W Maxwell. We can also be reached at (312)-413-9569.

💥 POW! ZAP! BAM! ⚡️ Study abroad in Japan next summer!Take your learning overseas with GLAS 290: Superheroes in Anime, M...
09/25/2026

💥 POW! ZAP! BAM! ⚡️ Study abroad in Japan next summer!

Take your learning overseas with GLAS 290: Superheroes in Anime, Manga, Movies, and Comics as you travel through Tokyo & Hiroshima, Japan!

🗓️ Travel Dates: May 16 – June 11, 2027
👨‍🏫 Faculty Leader: Mark R. Martell, PhD ([email protected])
🎓 Program Advisor: Irina Krymova ([email protected])

💻 Join the Info Session
Want to learn more about the program, itinerary, and application details? Catch the virtual info session!

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
💻 Location: Zoom (go.uic.edu/MarkZoom)

🔗 More Info: Visit go.uic.edu/GLAS290 or scan the QR code on the flyer!

Join UIC AARCC for a thoughtful discussion exploring how colorism shapes perception and standards within the Asian beaut...
09/25/2026

Join UIC AARCC for a thoughtful discussion exploring how colorism shapes perception and standards within the Asian beauty industry.

🗓️ Date: Monday, October 5th
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location: 723 W Maxwell Street (AARCC)
🍿 Note:Snacks provided!

Come through, share your perspective, and connect with the community!

BeautyInABottle

🩺🇵🇭 Unheard Voices of Care: Filipino Nurses in AmericaCome visit this special exhibit at UIC’s AARCC from Oct. 14–Dec. 4...
09/25/2026

🩺🇵🇭 Unheard Voices of Care: Filipino Nurses in America

Come visit this special exhibit at UIC’s AARCC from Oct. 14–Dec. 4 and explore the stories, contributions, and legacy of Filipino nurses in the U.S. through photos, uniforms, artifacts, and artwork.

📍 AARCC, 723 W. Maxwell St.
🎟️ Free & open to the public

Join us for the Opening Panel & Reception on Oct. 14 from 3:30–6 PM!

AARCC will be closed today, starting at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, September 23rd. We will be celebrating the Latino Culture ...
09/23/2026

AARCC will be closed today, starting at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, September 23rd. We will be celebrating the Latino Culture Center’s 50th Anniversary and attending the GLAS Fall Mixer!! Come join us, connect, celebrate, and enjoy the food.

📣 Register for the Global Asian Studies Seminar, which accompanies the Asian American Mentor Program (AAMP)!*Note, class...
08/24/2026

📣 Register for the Global Asian Studies Seminar, which accompanies the Asian American Mentor Program (AAMP)!
*Note, classrooms have changed from poster.

This seminar introduces students to:
☀️ Exploring Asian American identity, culture, and issues
☀️ Campus resources
☀️ College life and study tips
☀️ Social connections in an AAMP small group and other new students

Sessions will be held at the following times at Stevenson Hall Room 103:

🗓️ Thursday, 12:30-1:20pm (CRN 40130) in SH 212
🗓️ Friday, 11:00-11:50am (CRN 40127) in ETMSW 2233

For any questions regarding AAMP, please contact Julian Ignacio ([email protected]).

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Come by AARCC during our hours this semester!Regular Hours:Monday - Friday 10am to 4:30pm[ID: A flyer with a striped pas...
08/21/2026

Come by AARCC during our hours this semester!

Regular Hours:
Monday - Friday 10am to 4:30pm

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The AARCC 2025-2026 Report is now available at https://uofi.box.com/s/5e8iad8al58wrd9s468jqu2t6s78c4jgHere are some high...
08/21/2026

The AARCC 2025-2026 Report is now available at

https://uofi.box.com/s/5e8iad8al58wrd9s468jqu2t6s78c4jg

Here are some highlights from this past academic year:
AARCC had 1,619 unique visitors come to our space and had 2,503 visits

1,624 recorded attendees participated in 83 AARCC events and programs
Our AAMP program engaged 66 undergraduates and celebrated its 20th year
AARCC staff Julian Ignacio and Alyson Kung published a chapter in the book Shaking the Table: Survival and Healing Amongst Identity Center Practitioners

AARCC executive director Mark R. Martell celebrated his 25th year at UIC

Feel free to look through the full 2025-2026 report.

Welcome Back to Campus!As the fall semester begins, we'd like to remind everyone that you can find our community wish li...
08/18/2026

Welcome Back to Campus!

As the fall semester begins, we'd like to remind everyone that you can find our community wish list at https://go.uic.edu/aarccDonation to see what supplies/items we could use!

When donating, please consider the following:
- Deliveries should be scheduled during AARCC operation hours to ensure that the they are received safely.
- Donations via the wishlist are anonymous by default. If you would like a receipt of donation, please contact us at [email protected] with your order information.

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📣Ready to start your UIC journey with community and confidence? 🌟 Join Summer AAMP on August 5–6 from 2pm-5pm each day (...
05/27/2026

📣Ready to start your UIC journey with community and confidence?

🌟 Join Summer AAMP on August 5–6 from 2pm-5pm each day (snacks provided!) to be paired with mentors, explore campus, learn about AAPI student orgs and identity, and build connections that last into the school year.
Register at go.uic.edu/aamp — we can’t wait to welcome you!

✉️ Contact [email protected] for any questions!



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UPDATE to our Summer Schedule. AARCC will be remote and available by email May 26th to June 26th. Email us at AARCC@uic....
05/26/2026

UPDATE to our Summer Schedule. AARCC will be remote and available by email May 26th to June 26th. Email us at [email protected]

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723 W Maxwell
Chicago, IL
60607

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(312) 413-9569

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