Description
ASU is an organization dedicated to advancing awareness of the Asian identity at Iowa State University through community building, promoting personal and group wellness, civic engagement, and building a strong foundation of leaders within the Asian community.
Affiliations
This organization has no affiliations.
Constitution / Tier
Membership Information
| Student Members |
54 |
| ISU Members |
3 |
| Non-ISU Members |
0 |
| Allowed Members |
Anyone |
| Allowed Officers |
Official member (paid dues) |
| Membership Qualifications |
Anyone is able to join ASU! Come attend meetings, hang out with members, get involved at events, and help spread the word about Asian American diversity and culture! |
| Membership Restrictions |
none |
| Elections/Selection |
Elections will occur at the last general meeting of each semester. Generally each cabinet position has a year-long term, however if a cabinet member is graduating or under other circumstances there will be an election at the end of the Fall semester to fill the position. |
| Meetings |
Bi-weekly general meetings and events are starting in Spring 2024! Follow us on Instagram @asu_iastate for more info and updates! |
Description of Regular Meetings/Activities
| ASU meets to discuss issues in the Asian American community as well as celebrate any progressive movements within the community. We plan events such as Asian Heritage week, socials for the organization as well as the public, and participate in partnerships with other student organizations. Through these actions, we hope to raise acceptance and awareness of the Asian American community while also uniting the many different cultural communities at Iowa State University. |
Description of Special Events
| Midwest Asian American Students Union (MAASU) Conference —
each spring, ASU supports and encourages members to attend this weekend-long event. [maasu.org] |
| Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPIH) —
each year in May we hold events filled with food, Asian fashion show, and cultural games. |