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.
We are recruiting new members for the year. Check the breezeway for more information about upcoming events or contact
Faculty Advisors:
Dr. Phil Tan ptan@csulb.edu
Dr. Brian Lam blam3@csulb.edu
Dr. Chikako Nagai cnagai@csulb.edu
President: Paola Schenkelberg pschenk83@gmail.com
Vice President: Andrew Ollero aollero@csulb.edu
Welcome back to the new semester and academic year. Have a fruitful and peaceful Fall 2008.
All are welcome!
