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Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month

a woman in a colorful dress dancing during AAPI Heritage Month.

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a celebration of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States.

This annual observance recognizes the historical and cultural contributions to our country by people of Asian and Pacific Islander descent. The AAPI umbrella term includes cultures from the entire Asian continent—including East, Southeast and South Asia—and the Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia.

Here at Fox Valley Technical College we proudly support and celebrate the AAPI community this month and throughout the entire year. 


Please join us on May 6 for the 12th annual Hmong Student Union AAPI Celebration!

Tuesday, May 6:
Opening Parade
11 a.m. | Entrance 10 to the Commons

Fashion Show
11:30 a.m. | Commons

Talent Show
12 p.m. | Commons

Taste of Asia
12 p.m.| Room E130AB | Seating available in the Commons


HAD Fest 2025 | Celebrating 50 years of Hmong in America

Saturday, May 17:
Fox Valley Technical College, A170, Door 16
Check-in: 9:30 AM | Parade: 9:45 AM

Walking-only parade – no vehicles!
Awards for Best Representation of Theme & Most Creative

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