APISSWA Mission Statement
The Asian Pacific Islander Student Social Work Association (APJSSWA) is grounded on solid social work principles of advocacy, awareness, empowerment, and the embodiment of sociocultural consciousness; thereby, it aims to uphold these fundamental values within the auspices of the Department of Social Work and the community at large for the common good.
APISSWA’s Goals
- To serve as a resource base for students and faculty interested in gaining a deeper understanding of Asian Pacific Islander issues through the provision of relevant research materials.
- To create a forum where interested parties can learn and participate in mutallyenhancing cross-cultural experiences.
- To provide networking possibilities for students within the social work field.
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We are recruiting new members! All are welcome! Please check the breezeway for more information about upcoming events or contact and of our Faculty Advisors or officers:
Dr. Phil Tan ptan@csulb.edu
Dr. Brian Lam blam3@csulb.edu
Dr. Chikako Nagai cnagai@csulb.edu
APISSWA President: Robert Smith rsmith9@csulb.edu
Welcome to the new semester and academic year. Have a fruitful and peaceful 2009/2010 Academic Year.
