UCLA-APA –Events & Announcements - 1/29/06
January 29, 2006
1) APA UCLA Lunar New Year Dinner
2) Thank You! APA Student-Alumni Career Roundtable
3) APA Student Scholarship Applications Available
4) Recent UCLA Grad Financial Workshop
5) East West Players Production: Sweeney Todd
6) Students: OCA National APIA U - APIA U: LEADERSHIP 101
7) Community Lunar New Year Celebrations: Los Angeles County
8) Career Opportunities
Happy Lunar New Year APA Bruins, students, and friends!
People born in the Year of the Dog (1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006) possess the best traits of human nature. They have a deep sense of loyalty, are honest, and inspire other people’s confidence.
1) APA UCLA Lunar New Year Dinner
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Celebrate Lunar New Year with APA. Join fellow Bruins and friends as we celebrate The Year of the Dog. There will be great people, terrific food, and wonderful entertainment. The cost is only $ 10 for members and $15 for non-members. There is only a limited amount of spaces so please RSVP by emailing APA at apaucla@yahoo.com or on our Evite at: http://www.evite.com/app/publicUrl/ucla_apa@hotmail.com/lunarnewyear2006
APA & UCLA Alumni Association members can pay online via the Evite.
If you have any questions, please email APA at apaucla@yahoo.com.
February 15, 2006,
6:30PM
Empress Pavillion
988 North Hill Street,
Los Angeles, CA 90012
2) Thank You! UCLA APA Student-Alumni Career Roundtable
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Thank you students, alumni, guests, volunteers, and committee members for helping make this year's student-alumni roundtable so successful! We had over 150 students in attendance. We hope that the students, alumni, and guests gained greater knowledge, wisdom, and insight from each other in regard to their respective fields.
To view pictures from this event please use the following link, no login required:
http://www.kodakgallery.com/ShareLandingSignin.jsp?Uc=htinca2.1p3oddpm&Uy=kzu0xs&Upost_signin=Slideshow.jsp%3Fmode%3Dfromshare&Ux=0
Please stay tuned for future APA student-alumni events.
3) APA Student Scholarship Applications Available – Deadline 3/24/06
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Applications for the APA Excellence in Community Service Scholarship are now available. If you know any well deserving students or if you are student interested in applying please send an email to apaucla@yahoo.com to request an application. The application will be posted on www.apaucla.com within the next few days.
If you have any questions please email APA’s scholarship director, Marcia Choo at mschoo1019@yahoo.com.
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EXCELLENCE IN COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
PURPOSE: In 1999, the Asian Pacific Alumni Association of UCLA (APA-UCLA) established the Excellence in Community Service Scholarship to support and honor current UCLA undergraduate students for their commitment in addressing a significant community issue. APA- UCLA realizes the successful development of the Asian Pacific Islander Community is built on the efforts of those who dedicate themselves to advancing thoughtful solutions to critical needs in the community. By acknowledging students for their efforts on behalf of the community, APA-UCLA hopes to foster the spirit of service and to nurture emerging leaders.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE: Undergraduates who are enrolled as full-time, continuing students at UCLA. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0. While the scholarship is open to all students, APA-UCLA strongly encourages students from historically under-represented Asian Pacific American groups to apply.
AWARD: The number of awards varies; award amount is $1,500.00.
REQUIREMENTS: A student enrolled as a full-time undergraduate at UCLA, not in the process of graduating, who demonstrates a commitment to addressing a critical issue in the advancement of the Asian Pacific Islander Community.
Applicants must:
§ Complete an application form and essay
§ Provide a copy of current university transcript
§ Provide a letter of recommendation
SELECTION PROCESS: The APA-UCLA Scholarship Committee will review all applications. Finalists will be invited to an interview; business attire recommended. A Board member will present award recipient with the scholarship at an APA-UCLA event.
TO APPLY: Applications are available at the Asian American Studies Center- 3230 Campbell Hall and the UCLA Alumni Association Office. Applications may also be downloaded from the APA UCLA website at: http://www.uclalumni.net/apa
DEADLINE: Applications must be postmarked on or before Friday, March 24, 2006 and can be dropped off at 3230 Campbell Hall. For more information, please contact, Scholarship Chair, Marcia Choo at mschoo1019@yahoo.com.
4) Recent UCLA Grad Financial Workshop
-----------------------------------------------------------
Whatever your situation, you can always use a little financial guidance to plan effectively for the future. The UCLA Alumni Association presents this quarterlifecrisis.com workshop to share tips and information on how to manage your finances as a recent graduate. Topics include understanding and paying your bills, saving money, deciphering the alphabet soup of 401(k)s, IRAs and HMOs, and protecting your financial future.
Money Doesn't Grow on Trees:
Plant the Seeds for a Sound Financial Future
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 7-9 p.m.
James West Alumni Center
Networking reception to follow workshop
http://www.UCLAlumni.net/CalendarEvents/career/moneytrees.cfm?email=G2BW
Cost is free to Alumni Association members, $10 for non-members and $15 for non-alumni guests.
Make a reservation; contact Eva Varma at: RecentGrads@UCLAlumni.net or
310-206-2426.
RSVP deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 1.
5) East West Players Production: Sweeney Todd – Discount for APA Members
-----------------------------------------------------------
UCLA APA members receive $10 off tickets to East West Players' eagerly-awaited production of SWEENEY TODD by Stephen Sondheim.
SWEENEY TODD
Directed by Tim Dang
Musical Direction by Lisa Joe
In the rare instance of a musical thriller, this chilling, suspenseful, heart-pounding masterpiece of murderous barber-ism and culinary crime tells the infamous tale of the unjustly exiled barber who returns to 19th century London seeking revenge against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. His thirst for blood soon expands to include his unfortunate customers, and the resourceful owner of the pie shop downstairs soon has the people of London lining up in droves for her mysterious new meat pie recipe! East West Players 1994 production of SWEENEY TODD earned five Theatre LA Ovation Awards, five Drama-Logue Awards and a LA Weekly Theatre Award.
February 9 – March 5, 2006
Thursday- Saturday @ 8 pm
Saturday & Sunday @ 2 pm (no matinee on 2/11)
$40 Orchestra, $35 Balcony
Call (213) 625-7000 and mention your UCLA APA membership to receive $10 off ticket prices.
David Henry Hwang Theater
120 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(Formerly San Pedro St. between Temple and First Streets in the Little Tokyo District of Downtown Los Angeles.)
www.EastWestPlayers.org
6) OCA National APIA U: APIA U: LEADERSHIP 101
-----------------------------------------------------------
APIA U: LEADERSHIP 101
A Training Designed for all Asian Pacific Islander American College Students
February 4-5, 2006
Hosted by Loyola Marymount University Southern California Region
"The Hill" on the 4th Floor of the Malone Student Center Saturday, Feb 4 from 9-5 and Sunday, Feb 5 from 9-12
APIA U: Leadership 101 Training is designed to give Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) college students the chance to engage in an interactive college leadership training program which will involve hands-on exercises, small group discussions, and presentations led by two qualified APIA facilitators.
- 1.5 Day Training
- 60 APIA students from each region
- Focus on Self-Awareness, team-building, and direct action organizing.
- Development of leadership tools to effectively serve as catalysts for change.
- Attendees will have the opportunity to network with local APIA community leaders
The training is FREE. Breakfast, lunch, and a light reception on Saturday will be provided. Students are responsible for their own transportation and accommodation needs.
**Sponsored by OCA
**Funded by State FarmR
Register here: http://www.formsite.com/leadership/form720860119/index.html
For more information please visit www.ocanatl.org or contact Douglas Lee at dlee@ocanatl.org or Clara Chiu at cchiu@ocanatl.org
7) Community Lunar New Year Celebrations
-----------------------------------------------------------
2/4 - San Gabriel Valley Annual Lunar New Year Street Festival and Parade
2/4 - 107th Annual Golden Dragon Parade
2/4-2/5 - Chinese New Year Festival - Chinatown Downtown Los Angeles
2/18 - 5th Annual Lantern Festival - Chinatown Downtown Los Angeles
San Gabriel Valley Lunar New Year Parade -
2/4 10:00AM-5:30PM Street Festival
11:00AM-12:30PM Parade
Price: Free
Parking: There is a free park and shuttle at San Gabriel High School
San Gabriel Valley Lunar New Year Parade
E. Valley Boulevard between San Gabriel and Almansor
Alhambra, CA 91801
626 284-1234
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07th Annual Golden Dragon Parade -
2/4 - 2:00PM - 5:00PM
PARADE ROUTE: The Parade will Start at the corner of Cesar E. Chavez going Northbound on Broadway Turn LEFT on Bernard Street Turn LEFT on Hill Street End on Hill Street between Alpine and Ord Street
PARADE STREET CLOSURE: Broadway & Hill Street will be close from 12 noon until the end of the parade between Cesar Chavez to Bernard. Ord, Alpine, College and Bernard from Broadway to Hill Street. Cesar Chavez from Alameda to Grand Avenue.
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Chinese New Year Festival - Chinatown Downtown Los Angeles -
2/4 - 10:00AM - 9:00PM 2/5 - 10:00AM - 6:00PM
Parking is available throughout Chinatown and at Dodger Stadium, where a free shuttle will operate to and from the festival venue.
Street Festival Event Site: Parking lot at the corner of Cesar Chaves & Broadway More information at (213) 680-0243
Chinatown Car Show Event Site: Cathay Bank parking lot at Alpine & Hill 2/4 - 12:00PM - 6:00PM 2/5 - 11:00AM - 6:00PM
Highlights of the festival include lion dancers, a "Masters of Mahjong" tournament, children's activities, live music, cooking demonstrations, and 500-person Tai Chi exhibition at the 10am opening ceremony on February 4.
-----------
5th Annual Lantern Festival -
2/18 - 12 noon - 7:00PM
El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument within the immediate vicinity of the Chinese American Museum
Chinese American Museum Housed inside Garnier Building and an adjacent structure 423-425 North Los Angeles Street Los Angeles, CA Museum Front Desk: (213) 485-8567
Come with your friends and family and enjoy a day filled with exciting live dance, musical and acrobatic performances. Celebrate the last day of the Chinese New Year Spring Festival.
8) Career Opportunities
-----------------------------------------------------------
* Job Opportunities at the Pacific Asian Museum
* APALC - Legal Assistant Job Opening
For more information on these postings please visit:
http://apacareers.blogspot.com/2006/01/career-posting-12906.html
UCLA Asian Pacific Alumni
apaucla@yahoo.com
www.apaucla.com
-----------------------------------------------------------
To view a listing of UCLA events please visit: www.calendar.ucla.edu
To see additional APA, UCLA, and Asian community events and information please visit: www.apaucla.blogspot.com or www.apaucla.com.
Please send information on community events, announcements, job postings, or internships to APA at apaucla@yahoo.com or Mark at mark@uclalumni.net
1) APA UCLA Lunar New Year Dinner
2) Thank You! APA Student-Alumni Career Roundtable
3) APA Student Scholarship Applications Available
4) Recent UCLA Grad Financial Workshop
5) East West Players Production: Sweeney Todd
6) Students: OCA National APIA U - APIA U: LEADERSHIP 101
7) Community Lunar New Year Celebrations: Los Angeles County
8) Career Opportunities
Happy Lunar New Year APA Bruins, students, and friends!
People born in the Year of the Dog (1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006) possess the best traits of human nature. They have a deep sense of loyalty, are honest, and inspire other people’s confidence.
1) APA UCLA Lunar New Year Dinner
-----------------------------------------------------------
Celebrate Lunar New Year with APA. Join fellow Bruins and friends as we celebrate The Year of the Dog. There will be great people, terrific food, and wonderful entertainment. The cost is only $ 10 for members and $15 for non-members. There is only a limited amount of spaces so please RSVP by emailing APA at apaucla@yahoo.com or on our Evite at: http://www.evite.com/app/publicUrl/ucla_apa@hotmail.com/lunarnewyear2006
APA & UCLA Alumni Association members can pay online via the Evite.
If you have any questions, please email APA at apaucla@yahoo.com.
February 15, 2006,
6:30PM
Empress Pavillion
988 North Hill Street,
Los Angeles, CA 90012
2) Thank You! UCLA APA Student-Alumni Career Roundtable
-----------------------------------------------------------
Thank you students, alumni, guests, volunteers, and committee members for helping make this year's student-alumni roundtable so successful! We had over 150 students in attendance. We hope that the students, alumni, and guests gained greater knowledge, wisdom, and insight from each other in regard to their respective fields.
To view pictures from this event please use the following link, no login required:
http://www.kodakgallery.com/ShareLandingSignin.jsp?Uc=htinca2.1p3oddpm&Uy=kzu0xs&Upost_signin=Slideshow.jsp%3Fmode%3Dfromshare&Ux=0
Please stay tuned for future APA student-alumni events.
3) APA Student Scholarship Applications Available – Deadline 3/24/06
-----------------------------------------------------------
Applications for the APA Excellence in Community Service Scholarship are now available. If you know any well deserving students or if you are student interested in applying please send an email to apaucla@yahoo.com to request an application. The application will be posted on www.apaucla.com within the next few days.
If you have any questions please email APA’s scholarship director, Marcia Choo at mschoo1019@yahoo.com.
--------
EXCELLENCE IN COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
PURPOSE: In 1999, the Asian Pacific Alumni Association of UCLA (APA-UCLA) established the Excellence in Community Service Scholarship to support and honor current UCLA undergraduate students for their commitment in addressing a significant community issue. APA- UCLA realizes the successful development of the Asian Pacific Islander Community is built on the efforts of those who dedicate themselves to advancing thoughtful solutions to critical needs in the community. By acknowledging students for their efforts on behalf of the community, APA-UCLA hopes to foster the spirit of service and to nurture emerging leaders.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE: Undergraduates who are enrolled as full-time, continuing students at UCLA. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0. While the scholarship is open to all students, APA-UCLA strongly encourages students from historically under-represented Asian Pacific American groups to apply.
AWARD: The number of awards varies; award amount is $1,500.00.
REQUIREMENTS: A student enrolled as a full-time undergraduate at UCLA, not in the process of graduating, who demonstrates a commitment to addressing a critical issue in the advancement of the Asian Pacific Islander Community.
Applicants must:
§ Complete an application form and essay
§ Provide a copy of current university transcript
§ Provide a letter of recommendation
SELECTION PROCESS: The APA-UCLA Scholarship Committee will review all applications. Finalists will be invited to an interview; business attire recommended. A Board member will present award recipient with the scholarship at an APA-UCLA event.
TO APPLY: Applications are available at the Asian American Studies Center- 3230 Campbell Hall and the UCLA Alumni Association Office. Applications may also be downloaded from the APA UCLA website at: http://www.uclalumni.net/apa
DEADLINE: Applications must be postmarked on or before Friday, March 24, 2006 and can be dropped off at 3230 Campbell Hall. For more information, please contact, Scholarship Chair, Marcia Choo at mschoo1019@yahoo.com.
4) Recent UCLA Grad Financial Workshop
-----------------------------------------------------------
Whatever your situation, you can always use a little financial guidance to plan effectively for the future. The UCLA Alumni Association presents this quarterlifecrisis.com workshop to share tips and information on how to manage your finances as a recent graduate. Topics include understanding and paying your bills, saving money, deciphering the alphabet soup of 401(k)s, IRAs and HMOs, and protecting your financial future.
Money Doesn't Grow on Trees:
Plant the Seeds for a Sound Financial Future
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 7-9 p.m.
James West Alumni Center
Networking reception to follow workshop
http://www.UCLAlumni.net/CalendarEvents/career/moneytrees.cfm?email=G2BW
Cost is free to Alumni Association members, $10 for non-members and $15 for non-alumni guests.
Make a reservation; contact Eva Varma at: RecentGrads@UCLAlumni.net or
310-206-2426.
RSVP deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 1.
5) East West Players Production: Sweeney Todd – Discount for APA Members
-----------------------------------------------------------
UCLA APA members receive $10 off tickets to East West Players' eagerly-awaited production of SWEENEY TODD by Stephen Sondheim.
SWEENEY TODD
Directed by Tim Dang
Musical Direction by Lisa Joe
In the rare instance of a musical thriller, this chilling, suspenseful, heart-pounding masterpiece of murderous barber-ism and culinary crime tells the infamous tale of the unjustly exiled barber who returns to 19th century London seeking revenge against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. His thirst for blood soon expands to include his unfortunate customers, and the resourceful owner of the pie shop downstairs soon has the people of London lining up in droves for her mysterious new meat pie recipe! East West Players 1994 production of SWEENEY TODD earned five Theatre LA Ovation Awards, five Drama-Logue Awards and a LA Weekly Theatre Award.
February 9 – March 5, 2006
Thursday- Saturday @ 8 pm
Saturday & Sunday @ 2 pm (no matinee on 2/11)
$40 Orchestra, $35 Balcony
Call (213) 625-7000 and mention your UCLA APA membership to receive $10 off ticket prices.
David Henry Hwang Theater
120 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(Formerly San Pedro St. between Temple and First Streets in the Little Tokyo District of Downtown Los Angeles.)
www.EastWestPlayers.org
6) OCA National APIA U: APIA U: LEADERSHIP 101
-----------------------------------------------------------
APIA U: LEADERSHIP 101
A Training Designed for all Asian Pacific Islander American College Students
February 4-5, 2006
Hosted by Loyola Marymount University Southern California Region
"The Hill" on the 4th Floor of the Malone Student Center Saturday, Feb 4 from 9-5 and Sunday, Feb 5 from 9-12
APIA U: Leadership 101 Training is designed to give Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) college students the chance to engage in an interactive college leadership training program which will involve hands-on exercises, small group discussions, and presentations led by two qualified APIA facilitators.
- 1.5 Day Training
- 60 APIA students from each region
- Focus on Self-Awareness, team-building, and direct action organizing.
- Development of leadership tools to effectively serve as catalysts for change.
- Attendees will have the opportunity to network with local APIA community leaders
The training is FREE. Breakfast, lunch, and a light reception on Saturday will be provided. Students are responsible for their own transportation and accommodation needs.
**Sponsored by OCA
**Funded by State FarmR
Register here: http://www.formsite.com/leadership/form720860119/index.html
For more information please visit www.ocanatl.org or contact Douglas Lee at dlee@ocanatl.org or Clara Chiu at cchiu@ocanatl.org
7) Community Lunar New Year Celebrations
-----------------------------------------------------------
2/4 - San Gabriel Valley Annual Lunar New Year Street Festival and Parade
2/4 - 107th Annual Golden Dragon Parade
2/4-2/5 - Chinese New Year Festival - Chinatown Downtown Los Angeles
2/18 - 5th Annual Lantern Festival - Chinatown Downtown Los Angeles
San Gabriel Valley Lunar New Year Parade -
2/4 10:00AM-5:30PM Street Festival
11:00AM-12:30PM Parade
Price: Free
Parking: There is a free park and shuttle at San Gabriel High School
San Gabriel Valley Lunar New Year Parade
E. Valley Boulevard between San Gabriel and Almansor
Alhambra, CA 91801
626 284-1234
--------
07th Annual Golden Dragon Parade -
2/4 - 2:00PM - 5:00PM
PARADE ROUTE: The Parade will Start at the corner of Cesar E. Chavez going Northbound on Broadway Turn LEFT on Bernard Street Turn LEFT on Hill Street End on Hill Street between Alpine and Ord Street
PARADE STREET CLOSURE: Broadway & Hill Street will be close from 12 noon until the end of the parade between Cesar Chavez to Bernard. Ord, Alpine, College and Bernard from Broadway to Hill Street. Cesar Chavez from Alameda to Grand Avenue.
---------
Chinese New Year Festival - Chinatown Downtown Los Angeles -
2/4 - 10:00AM - 9:00PM 2/5 - 10:00AM - 6:00PM
Parking is available throughout Chinatown and at Dodger Stadium, where a free shuttle will operate to and from the festival venue.
Street Festival Event Site: Parking lot at the corner of Cesar Chaves & Broadway More information at (213) 680-0243
Chinatown Car Show Event Site: Cathay Bank parking lot at Alpine & Hill 2/4 - 12:00PM - 6:00PM 2/5 - 11:00AM - 6:00PM
Highlights of the festival include lion dancers, a "Masters of Mahjong" tournament, children's activities, live music, cooking demonstrations, and 500-person Tai Chi exhibition at the 10am opening ceremony on February 4.
-----------
5th Annual Lantern Festival -
2/18 - 12 noon - 7:00PM
El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument within the immediate vicinity of the Chinese American Museum
Chinese American Museum Housed inside Garnier Building and an adjacent structure 423-425 North Los Angeles Street Los Angeles, CA Museum Front Desk: (213) 485-8567
Come with your friends and family and enjoy a day filled with exciting live dance, musical and acrobatic performances. Celebrate the last day of the Chinese New Year Spring Festival.
8) Career Opportunities
-----------------------------------------------------------
* Job Opportunities at the Pacific Asian Museum
* APALC - Legal Assistant Job Opening
For more information on these postings please visit:
http://apacareers.blogspot.com/2006/01/career-posting-12906.html
UCLA Asian Pacific Alumni
apaucla@yahoo.com
www.apaucla.com
-----------------------------------------------------------
To view a listing of UCLA events please visit: www.calendar.ucla.edu
To see additional APA, UCLA, and Asian community events and information please visit: www.apaucla.blogspot.com or www.apaucla.com.
Please send information on community events, announcements, job postings, or internships to APA at apaucla@yahoo.com or Mark at mark@uclalumni.net


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