UIowa Asian American Student Union

✨ APAHM GALA 2025: BEYOND EVERY MASK ✨

Join us for this year’s APAHM Gala as we celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and honor the incredible contributions of Asian and Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) students in our community! 🌏💫

🎭 Theme: Beyond Every Mask 🎭
Too often, the Asian/APIDA community is seen as a monolith—but beyond every mask lies a rich diversity of cultures, histories, and experiences. This night will be a reflection on the stories we’ve had to conceal, the identities we reclaim, and the solidarity we share.

✨ We will also recognize graduating Asian/APIDA students and highlight those who have been actively engaged in our community! Let’s come together to celebrate our heritage, resilience, and future.

📍 International Ballroom, IMU
125 N Madison St, Iowa City, IA 52245
📅 Saturday, April 19th
🕕 Doors Open: 6 PM | Event: 7–9 PM

Come dressed in your best and get ready for a night of community, culture, and celebration! 💛

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact our Director of Advocacy and Relations at: [email protected]
This event is open to all members of the UI community.

✨ Curious about AASU’s Board of Directors? Shadow us! ✨

This is your chance to shadow our current board and see what we do before applying! If you’re thinking about joining, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more. 🌟

📅 Shadowing application deadline: Friday, March 14th @ 11:59 PM
🔗 Find the form in our Linktree (in bio!)

🚨 Board of Directors applications open March 31st – April 11th 🚨

👀 Keep an eye out for a later post with more details about Board of Directors applications! Don’t miss your chance to get involved 💛

🌟 Calling all performers! 🌟

We’re looking for talented individuals to perform at the APAHM Gala on Saturday, April 19th in the International Ballroom! 🎤🎶🎭

Whether you sing, dance, play an instrument, or have a unique talent to share, we want to see you shine! ✨
Interested? Sign up now through our link tree! 💫

AASU is wishing YOU a Happy Lunar New Year❤️🤍 We hope for the best for all of you this year!🐍

Keep a lookout on future content and posts for this semester~

Calling All 2025 Graduates! 🎓

Are you set to graduate in Spring or Winter 2025? If so, we want to celebrate YOU at this year’s APAHM Gala! This unforgettable event will feature delicious food, performances, inspiring guest speakers, awards, and, most importantly, the recognition you’ve earned!

🔑 To secure your spot, complete the 2025 Graduate Form by visiting the link in our bio. All registered graduates will receive a FREE stole to wear proudly during the celebration.

⏰The deadline to register is February 16th, 2025, at 11:59 CST. There will be no exceptions for stoles after the deadline, so don’t wait!

Come be in community with the Pan Asian Council! Founded in 2019, they work to amplify the voices of Pan Asian faculty, staff, and students, addressing unique needs, building community, and supporting efforts to recruit and retain diverse talent.

🍂🎃 Thank you to everyone who joined us at Wilson's Orchard! 🍎✨

We had the best time having apple cider slushies and enjoying the cozy fall vibes together. 🍁💕 A super special thank you to our friends at .vsa for inviting us to this amazing event! 🌟 We’re so grateful for the memories and warm moments we shared. 🎃🍂💛

Can’t wait for more autumn adventures with you all! 🍁🧡🍂

🎉🔢 Bingo Night was a full house of fun! ✨

🏆 Thank you to everyone who came out, played their cards right, and brought the energy! 🙌 We had some amazing prizes up for grabs, including yummy Asian snacks, refreshing drinks, and treasures from the flea market! 🎁 From sweet and savory treats to one-of-a-kind finds, there was something for everyone to enjoy

👻 BOO! Did we get you? 👻👻

For our Fall fundraiser this semester, AASU is hosting a bake sale with a spooky addition: a BOO-gram! 🕸️🎃 Feel free to purchase baked goods for yourself or for a friend that you want to send a silly Halloween message to. 👻🍬

Available menu:
🎃 Ube rice crispy treats – $3
🍪 Matcha white chocolate chip cookies – $4
🍰 Cassava cake – $5
👻 Bundle of all three – $10
The pre-order form is open NOW until 🕛 Monday, October 21st at 11:59pm, so get your orders in! 🕸️

Pick-up will be at AAHH!SU Night 👻🎉 next Wednesday, October 23rd at 7:00PM. The meeting will be held at the WRAC. 🏫🎃

All proceeds go to funding the Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Gala 🏮 hosted by AASU annually in April. 🌸

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to 📧 [email protected] 💌

😱AAHH😱

👻🎬Prepare for a frightfully fun night with chills, thrills, and Halloween delights! Dive into some haunting tales from unique voices by watching horror short films by talented Asian/Asian Pacific Islander Desi American directors! Get in the Halloween spirit with spooky mocktails and desserts from our fundraiser.🍪🍹

🥂😈Bring your friends, bring your appetite, and bring on the screams!🎥🎃

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact [email protected] in advance.

Get Ready for Bingo! 🎉

Eyes down and cards ready—it’s time to BINGO! 🎯💥 Get to know the different Asian/APIDA student orgs on campus by joining AASU for a fun Bingo night! Don’t miss your chance to win some prizes and shout "Bingo!" with friends!❤️🤍

Join us on September 25th at OAS (formerly known as the CIAE)⏰

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact [email protected] in advance.

Introducing our 2024-2025 AASU Team of Directors!🔥

Give it up for Jade Nguyen, our Director of Advocacy & Relations! 🎉 She is currently a 4th year Social Justice Major with an emphasis on Race and Ethnicity 🌟 Fun fact! Jade has an adorable cat named Marmalade! 🤍 And currently has 'Blue Butterflies' by Jhin on the repeat~!

Extend a heartfelt welcome, and get ready for all the thrilling projects and initiatives that lie ahead!❤️