PAASA
Program for Asian American Student Advancement
Previous Fall 2021 Events
Exclusive Visit to UMass Lowell
Friday, November 19, 2021
12PM - 4PM
Meet in the Multicultural Center at 11:30 AM
Join the Program for Asian American Student Advancement and the Success Scholar programin a customized visit to UMass Lowell. Students looking to transfer to UML will receive
a small-group presentation, lunch in Fox Hall, and a special visit to UML’s Office
of Multicultural Affairs. Please meet at the Multicultural Center in LC, Cowan Center
at 11:30AM. The visit will end at 4:00PM and shuttles will be available to return to UML’s Inn
& Conference Center.
FREE BOWLING & ARCADE GAMES at Wamesit Lanes
MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2021
2 PM - 5:30 PM
Celebrate the end of the semester with the International Student Services Office, the Program for Asian American Student Advancement, and the Success Scholars Program.
Transportation, bowling tickets, shoes, and food will be provided to students who have signed up for Navigate.
Virtual Financial Aid Workshop
Friday, November 5, 2021
10 AM - 12 PM
Zoom
Start your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application with the Program
for Asian American Student Advancement (PAASA). Learn how to pay for college including:
How to apply for financial aid, information on student loans, and grant opportunities.
An MCC Financial Aid Counselor will be available for questions.
Adressing Asian American Students' Mental Health
Thursday, October 28, 2021
2 PM - 3:30 PM
Zoom
Join the Program for Asian American Student Advancement (PAASA) in an interactive
virtual workshop with an Asian American licensed counseling psychologist. Dr. Marcia
Liu is currently working at Hunter College in NYC specializing in the mental health
needs of Asian American Pacific Islander students.
Asian Students in Alliance: Halloween Costume Party
Thursday, October 21, 2021
2 PM - 3:30 PM
Asian American Connections Center
Join the Asian Students in Alliance for our third meeting. Dress up in your halloween
costume and come ready to play some halloween games. We will also be voting for this
year's executive board members!
The Asian Students in Alliance is a student organization on campus that is committed
to recognizing and celebrating the many diverse cultures of the Asian region and the
students who are connected to it. For more information, visit our page on Engage.
Pick Your Own Apples
Friday, October 15, 2021
10:45 AM - 2:00 PM
Meet in the Multicultural Center
Join the Program for Asian American Student
Advancement and the Success Scholar program in a
field trip to Cider Hill Farm, the best spot to pick
apples in the nation!
Come apple picking to build connections with students
from both programs. Transportation and apple picking
tickets will be provided. Students can bring their own
lunches or make a purchase at the farm’s food truck or
Farm Store. Please meet at the Multicultural Center in
LC, Cowan Center at 10:45AM. The bus will return
from the farm at 2:00PM.
Ground Floor Meet & Greet
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
10:30 AM - 1 PM
Office of Student Engagement, 𝗚𝟬𝟭
Visit the Asian American Connections Center for boba, eggrolls and karaoke! Browse other areas of the ground floor for more fun and treats!
Asian Students in Alliance: Pumpkin Painting & Asian Ghost Stories
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
2 PM - 3 PM
Asian American Connections Center
Join the Asian Students in Alliance for our second meeting. We will paint pumpkins
and tell Asian ghost stories.
The Asian Students in Alliance is a student organization on campus that is committed
to recognizing and celebrating the many diverse cultures of the Asian region and the
students who are connected to it. For more information, visit our page on Engage.
Democracy for All
Using Your Voice for Change
Friday, October 1, 2021
11AM - 12 PM
Zoom
Join community leaders in a discussion on how to ensure that everyone - even those
who are unable to vote or run for office - can participate in our democracy and create
change in their community.
Asian Students in Alliance Meeting
Thursday, September 30, 2021
2 PM - 3 PM
Asian American Connections Center
The Asian Students in Alliance is a student organization on campus that is committed to recognizing and celebrating the many diverse cultures of the Asian region and the students who are connected to it. Members aim to enhance the college experience for students by offering programs and events that bridges students, staff, and faculty to the Asian American experience and to other critical topics occurring within our community. The first meeting of the semester will be held next Thursday, September 30th at 2pm. For more information, visit our page on Engage.
Virtual Financial Aid Workshop
Friday, September 10, 2021
10AM - 12 PM
Start your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application with the Program for Asian American Student Advancement (PAASA). Learn how to pay for college including: How to apply for financial aid, information on student loans, and grant opportunities. An MCC Financial Aid Counselor will be available for questions.
New Student Cultural Connections
Friday, September 17, 2021
12 PM - 2 PM
Lowell Campus, Cowan Center Back Patio
Cultural Connections is a social event designed for new self-identified Asian, Black/African American and LatinX students entering the college. The event aims to encourage new students to build connections with staff and other students from the Asian American Connections Center and the Multicultural Center. Free activities include games with prizes, karaoke, and the Eggroll Cafe food truck!
Free Course for New Asian American Students
IDS 101 Q60: First-Year Experience for New Asian American Students
with Professor Ashli Ree and the Program for Asian American Student Advancement (PAASA)
This FREE General Education Seminar is a two-day specialized First-Year Experience course designed for new self-identified Asian American domestic students entering the college.
Monday August 23, 2021 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday August 24, 2021 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Lowell Campus, Cowan Center, Lower Cafeteria