Asians in the City is thrilled to welcome you to the exhilarating 2024 Asians in the City!
Brace yourself for SIX action-packed sessions, each unfolding from 10am - 2pm!
But the excitement doesn't stop there - join us from 12pm - 1pm for a grand feast where we'll relish the scrumptious dishes crafted during the sessions!
Workshops are on a first come first serve basis, so you may not get your first or second choice. On the day of arrival when you check in, you will be notified of the workshop you will be attending.
Conference Schedule:
Date: Friday October 11th, 2024
Time: 10:00am-2pm
Location: Staff Dining Hall
- 9:45am-10:00am: Sign in
- 10:00am: Welcome
- 10:05am: Dismiss students to their workshops
- 10:15am-11:00am: First Workshop Session
- 11:15am-12:00pm: Second Workshop Session
- 12:00pm-1:00pm: Lunch
- 1:00pm-2:00pm: Project Demonstrations
Workshop Descriptions:
Spam Musubi: Dive into the rich history of Spam musubi in this immersive workshop. Grasp the origins of this Hawaiian delicacy and quickly transition into a hands-on session where you'll craft your very own Spam musubi to enjoy. Elevate your culinary skills and appreciation for this savory delight!
Spam Musubi by: Gena Gong
Room: Staff Dining Hall
Maximum attendees: 20
Helper: Karen Crocket
Hmong Paj Ntaub/Pandau: Discover the rich history and cultural significance of Hmong pandau in this insightful workshop. Learn the intricate art of pandau, a traditional form of embroidery, through a brief yet enriching lecture followed by a hands-on session to craft your own beautiful pandau piece. A woven tapestry of heritage and craftsmanship awaits!
Hmong Paj Ntaub/Pandau by: Mai Yang and Shoua Yang
Room: OAB 112
Maximum attendees: 15
Lao Papaya Salad: Explore the vibrant Lao culture in this enlightening workshop. Uncover its nuances through an insightful lecture, followed by a hands-on experience crafting traditional Lao papaya salad. Marry cultural appreciation with culinary delight, mastering the art of blending spices and flavors in this authentic culinary journey.
Lao Papaya Salad by: Bounthan Sandee
Room: Staff Dining Hall
Maximum attendees: 20
Lao Lantern and Traditional Festivals: Join us in making your very own Lao cultural lantern and learn its significance to "The Awk Phansaa Festival" a celebration that is highly anticipated every year around October in Laos, and also celebrated here in the United States. These floating lanterns are traditionally made with fresh banana leaves and adorned with candles and flowers.
Lao Lantern and Traditional Festivals by: Kami Thepphavong
Room: OAB 173
Maximum attendees: 20
Helper: Smoky Rith
Sungka: Play “Sungka” one of the oldest games that is still currently played today. In this session not only do we play a fun game (there might also be prizes!) but you can also learn about this Filipino ancient board game’s rich history that connects Southeast Asia with Middle East, South Asia, Africa and Ancient Rome.
Sungka by: Lorraine Doria
Room: OAB 172
Maximum attendees: 20
Japanese Bracelet Workshop: Learn how to make Japanese bracelets, a similar way of making Japanese Obi, the Japanese belt for Kimonos.
Japanese Bracelet Workshop by: Hiromi Iyoda
Room: OAB 171
Maximum attendees: 20
Helper: Theresa Thao
Registration:
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