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Campus celebrates Asian Pacific Islander Month

The community is invited to celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month at CSU Monterey Bay, where a variety of events have been scheduled.

The Asian Pacific Islander Association, the Otter Cross Cultural Center, Associated Students and the Center for Student Success are sponsoring the events.

All are free. For more information or to arrange disability accommodations, contact Margaret Chou at mchou@csumb.edu or Jihan Ejan at jejan@csumb.edu.

• April 26: ?Dr. Darrell Y. Hamamoto, professor of Asian American Studies at the University of California, Davis, will present a critical examination of Asians on YouTube. Three Asian American comedians are among the 10 most viewed personalities on YouTube; his talk will explore how cynical marketing operations are exploiting the Asian American youth demographic. 7-8:30 p.m., Student Center, West Lounge

• April 30: Cultural Celebration Showcase featuring hula and bhangara dances by CSUMB students. Noon-2 p.m., Main Quad

• May 1: Faculty members will talk about their scholarly research that contributes to understanding Asian Pacific Islander issues, identities and experiences. 5-7 p.m., Student Center, West Lounge

• May 2: Poetry and open mic night includes monologues and vocals relating to various cultural heritages. 6-8 p.m., Student Center, West Lounge

• May 3: Luau party includes performances, music, dancing and food from the Islands. 5-8 p.m., Dining Commons