
2023 AAPI Heritage Month Celebration
This is the 2nd annual event to celebrate AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islanders) Heritage Month. The event consists of opening remarks by Ames City Mayor John Haila, ISU vice president of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Dr. Sharon Fantini, a keynote speech by the Iowa House of Representative Dr. Megan Srinivas, a traditional AAPI artistic performance, ethnic fashion medley, and an award presentation to winners of the 2023 AAPI Heritage Month Essay Contest. A reception with traditional Asian food will follow afterward. The event is open to the public and free. Registration is required for in-person attendees: https://sites.google.com/view/isuaapi/home?pli=1 The event will also be live-streamed using YouTube: (Link to be announced later on the above website)