Asian Heritage Month (AHM)
The Multicultural Mavericks and the Division of Student Affairs are proud to present the 2012 Asian Heritage Month during the month of November. This is a time when diverse groups on campus come together to better understand the Asian cultures through lectures, performances, games and much more. The entire UT Arlington community is welcome to come learn and participate in these wonderful events. Keep checking back for Asian Heritage Month 2012 updates!
Nefarious
Movie Screening and Panel on Sex Trafficking
Thursday, November 1
Nedderman Hall, Room 100, 6:30 p.m.
Join Multicultural Affairs for a screening of the award-winning movie, Nefarious,
based on the real-life events of the international human
trafficking trade, an issue affecting thousands of women and children
from across the world. Then, be a part of an informative discussion on
this topic and its impact on the Asian community.
Admission is free and open to the public. Hosted by the Multicultural
Mavericks. Co-sponsored by the Relationship Violence and Sexual Assault
Prevention (RVSP) Program.
One Night in Asia Talent Showcase
Tuesday, November 6
UC Rosebud Theatre, 7 p.m.
Jump into Asian Heritage Month with the 3rd annual One Night in Asia
talent showcase! Amplify your night with exciting performances by
student organizations including Asian Student Association, Filipino
Student Association and many more! Be dazzled by electrifying
dances and amazing talent! Enjoy a night of Asian culture! This event
is free and open to the public. UT Arlington students or groups wishing
to perform can register online by
Friday, October 26. Admission is free and open to the public.
Vincent Who?
Film and Discussion with Director Curtis Chin
Tuesday, November 13
UC Rio Grande A, 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a special viewing of director Curtis Chin’s Vincent Who?,
a short documentary about the gruesome, racially charged murder of
Vincent Chin. A dynamic speaker, Chin will follow up the screening with a
discussion about the racial adversity affecting
the Asian community, encouraging Asian Americans to be advocates for
social justice. Admission is free and open to the public.
Lantern Festival
Thursday, November 29
UC Palo Duro Lounge, 4 p.m.
Close out Asian Heritage Month in style while learning about the rich
heritage and traditions of various Asian cultures! Enjoy a lion and
dragon dance as you explore a special Silk Road market featuring
interactive booths and games. Admission
is free and open to the UTA community.
ONE NIGHT IN ASIA
The Multicultural Mavericks are proud to host One Night in Asia as our flagship cultural showcase of the month.
This event has included highlights such as Taiko drummers, Lion & Dragon dances and featured performances by various student organizations.
THANK YOU!
The Multicultural Mavericks are pleased to partner with the Office of International Education and the Relationship Violence and Sexual Assault Prevention (RVSP) Program during this year’s Asian Heritage Month.
