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cultureSHOCK:evolution
Columbia University Asian American Alliance presents
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About theAsian American Alliance at
Columbia UniversityOne of the largest organizations at Columbia University, the Asian American Alliance hasover 1,200 members on its mailing list represented by all schools and disciplines of the un-dergraduate, graduate, faculty, and administrative population of the University as well as in-dividuals and organizations beyond Columbia. Our executive board comprises of 30 stu-dents from Columbia College (CC), the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
(SEAS), and Barnard College (BC).The Asian American Alliance works with groups of all types and of all backgrounds including
student of color organizations, progressive groups, student government, political organiza-
tions, community service organizations, off campus groups, student conferences, and the
University administration.
Founded in the spring of 1995, the Asian American Alliance (AAA) is a student organizationthat strives to serve the Asian Pacific American (APA) community at Columbia University.
AAA is a collaborative organization that seeks to work with APA and all student of colorgroups at Columbia to reach out to members of the university and the outside community atlarge. In this way, we aim to promote understanding, foster dialogue and create a sense ofawareness within Columbia University.
Our purpose is to educate ourselves and others, to organize and to mobilize. We seek to
cultivate a common understanding and a greater respect for the APA community.The APA community at Columbia University is in a perpetual state of transformation. Inher-
ent in the structure and goals of our organization is the ability to change in conjunction with
evolving issues facing the APA community. Nevertheless, AAA will remain true to its funda-
mental goal of serving our community by dedicating itself and its resources to student activ-
ism.
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AAA is the main programming body for Asian-American interest activities and community
service, and is the host of art exhibitions, cultural performances, lectures, political forums,
and seminars on campus all throughout the year. Recent past achievements include:
Founding and hosting the annual Crossroads High School Leadership Conference
Creating theAsian American Health Disparities Panel
Hosting the New York City Asian American Student Conference (NYCAASC) in 2007 and
2009
Poll Monitoring with theAsian American Legal Defense Fund Hosting a panel and workshop concerning identity and HIV/AIDS
Raising over $1,300 forAsha for Education, a non-profit organization based in India
Participating in a Korean American voter registration drive based in Flushing, Queens
Conducting statistical research and polling on the effects of discrimination in Brooklyns
public schools
Hosting the AAA movie marathon, including the documentary Who Killed Vincent Chin?And Better Luck Tomorrow
Co-organizing a rally to raise awareness about ending sweatshop labor at the Saigon
Grill restaurant on the Upper West Side
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cultureshock: about the showOne of our largest events of the year and one of the highlights of the Columbia University
student calendar is our charity performance showcase, cultureSHOCK. This event consists
of a production run entirely by undergraduate students, the first segment showcasing bothwell-known and up and coming Asian American performers, followed by a fashion show that
features both high end and eccentric, new, Asian American designers.
cultureSHOCK embodies a movement toward a stronger appreciation for Asian American
talent and art by showcasing a diverse blend of performances. This is a highly publicized,
prominent event that draws audiences of about 700 people, representing both current Co-
lumbia University students and alumni, student groups from numerous other colleges, andresidents from all over the NYC metropolitan area.
All photos from cultureSHOCK 2010-2011: AAApocalypse by Tiffany Chen
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cultureshock 2012: evolution
evolution. n. a motion incomplete in itself, but combining with coordinated motions to pro-duce a single action
The Asian American narrative is evolving, growing, changing. We are transforming. As a col-
lective, Asian Americans are adopting a stronger voice, a stronger power, and a distinctive
aesthetic and artistic influence in the larger community. We will no longer allow our culture
to be defined by others; rather, we will define our culture, a culture so uniquely conceived of
through an amalgamation of our original heritage and the mainstream. But there is no con-
crete end, nor does one single person define the Asian American identity. It is adaptive, re-sponsive, visible in the whole, and the narrative will continue to shift as a result of these
forces coming together. Our theme, evolution, captures these dynamic elements of Asian
American culture and identity.
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Why should you sponsor?Your sponsorship of cultureSHOCK 2011 will not only afford you the unique opportunity to
impact the growing Asian American community, but also allow you to publicize your compa-
ny to the entire Columbia University population: undergraduate and graduate students, fac-ulty, employees, and alumni. The event will be publicized for months and across campus
through more than 500 posters, 600 flyers, 700 programs, and media publications of the
event.
This open event will also be publicized to the larger tri-state area university and college pop-
ulations. CultureSHOCK 2011 is expected to attract over 900 students including many of
these students from outside of New York City.
Increase visibility of your company or service on Columbias campus
Contribute to a prominent charity cause
Promote yourself to students, faculty, and alumni, before and after the show
Establish a long term relationship with students and student groups
Demonstrate support for the Asian American community
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About the charity:Committee against anti-Asian violence
One of the most important reasons for sponsorship is for the benefit of our partnership with
the Committee Against Anti-Asian Violence (CAAAV), a group that organizes initiatives for
justice for Asian Americans in New York City and across the country.
Founded in 1986 in New York City, CAAAV has been actively responding to acts of violence
against Asian Americans. A community-based, grassroots organization, CAAAV serves as a
voice for the oppressed and a raises consciousness about issues affecting the communities
they represent. An example of their work is their Chinatown Justice Project, which
organizes Chinatown residentsyouth, low-wage workers, and tenantsagainst communi-
ty-wide displacement and gentrification in order to preserve Chinatown as a neighborhood
for working class Asian immigrants. CAAAV has an undying dedication towards justice for
Asian Americans and has demonstrated their ability to enact tangible changes.
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Estimated expenses
Sponsorship from corporations
Ticket sales
Co-sponsorships from other Columbia University student organizations
Funding from outside organizations that share AAA central mission
Sponsorships from establishments in the local Morningside Heights neighborhood
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YES! Id love to sponsor AAAs cultureSHOCK
If you would like to make a financial contribution, please fill out the following form and send
it to us, with enclosed payment, to the address below:
Donation Amount: $_____________________
Company Name: _______________________
Signature: ____________________________
Date: ______________
Accepted Forms of Payment
We accept cash and checks. If you would like to send a check, please make it payable to
Asian American Alliance (AAA) - Columbia University. Please mail to:Lerner Hall
2920 Broadway
c/o Gloria Chang
Columbia University
Please direct any questions to our treasurer, Gloria Chang ([email protected]).
Thank you for your time!
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Contact information
Co-Director of cultureSHOCK; Co-Social Chair
410-533-4083
Co-Director of cultureSHOCK; Co-Social Chair
646-894-6578
Asian American Alliance Chair
646-269-2188
Treasurer
714-552-6357