2024 Asians in the City Conference

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:

Click the button below or copy and paste the tiny URL into your browser to register for the 2024 Asians in the City Conference. 

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CONTACT

Email: tchay.her@fresnocitycollege.edu
Location: FCC Campus
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Fresno City College
Attn: Asians in the City
1101 E University Avenue
Fresno, CA 93741

Past Conferences

The Asians in the City Conference is an event held during fall semester in the historic Old Administration Building at Fresno City College. The purpose is to promote education, culture, and understanding; so we want to offer participants the opportunity to learn from lecture presentations, to engage in cultural workshops, and to share thoughts in discussion groups.

Participation is open to all high school students, college students, and adults in the community. Registration is limited to 100 participants. Lunch is provided. The first fifty participants will receive a free copy of the Asians in the City booklet, which showcases the work of students in the genres of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, photography, and two-dimensional art.

Booklet

Asians in the City booklet

AITC Student Film Festival

2018 AITC Student Film Festival Winners

1st Place

Scavenger

Director: Fernando Galarza Carter

Contributors: Patrick Marmolejo, Monty Dodson, Fernando Ruiz, Victor Reyes, Jazmin Olivera, Juan Gomez, Kevin Rodriguez, Chris Beas, Sindy Amarta, Evan Goldstein, Larry Konsuelo, Blaze Carter, Anthony Galarzqa, Zeek Fullerton, Javi Ruiz, David dodson, Eva dodson, One job Rob

Synopsis: The year is 2014 and CMAC continues to build the speed rail.  They've taken the resources and the land from the people of the Central Valley to complete their Dystopian vision of the future.  Their corruption has taken funding for water resources.  it is up to Sav, a leader of a group called Pirate Ctrl to end CMAC's reign of control of the hard working people in the Central Valley.

2nd Place

Bre.ak

Director/Writer/Editor/Cinematographer: Chong Thao

Contributors: Jordan Jizmejian, Jonathan Vang, Brenda Morales, Peterson Thao, Matthew Vang, Thong Chai Vang, Lyric Thao.

Synopsis: On a dark, quiet night, at a fairly isolated, rundown home, an uncompromising, gruff-in-appearance father awaits the return of his unpunctual son impatiently.  His rage and anger are unleashed upon his son who bears the brunt of his abuse.  His younger son is neither spared the mistreatment and the two boys have only each other to survive the violence that is their father.  Many years later, the boys relive a terrifyingly similar night to their childhood and the older brother comes to terms with the effects of the trauma and abuse he suffered at the hands of his father.

3rd Place

Creation

Director: Thomas Andrade

Synopsis: Creation is a short film about a sculptor who becomes exhausted with his process and dreams up a cruel fate for his creations.

2017 AITC Student Film Festival Winners

1st Place

Descuate

Director: Fernando Galarza

Contributors: Patrick Marmolejo, Fernando Ruiz, Victor Reyes, Jazmin-Livera, Nicolas Gonzales, Christian Barerra, Antony Yun, Francisco Ruiz, Jason Garcia

Synopsis: A young field worker, full of doubts, has to find his own voice in order to believe in himself and take the first step towards his future.

2nd Place

The Futility of Time

Director: Elias Garza

Contributors: Adam Benitez, Shireen Klein, April Vu, Graham Aldredge, Flor Garza, Gabriel Quintero, Jenna Garcia, Elias Garcia, Jonathan Perez

Synopsis: Joe is your average, well, Joe. Nothing exciting has ever happened to him, until a time traveler suddenly appears in his living room and sets off an unexpected chain of events.

3rd Place

The World and Its Ways

Director: Toni Erebia

Contributors: Jeff Morgenstern, Angelica Hanna, Jiaang Czher Choong

Synopsis: A young woman “pays it forward” by helping a man get back on his feet.