2025 AAPIHM Theme:
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander History and Community
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month invites us to honor and explore our shared history and the diverse backgrounds within our communities. This important tradition reminds us that the United States is a nation of immigrants, where every person has a unique and inspiring story to tell. It offers us a valuable moment for reflection and understanding the meaningful changes we experience together.
In times of challenge, we can draw strength and hope from our history and its enduring legacies. Let’s unite to strengthen our community by celebrating our customs and reaffirming our commitment to respect and uplift one another.
As we embrace AAPI Heritage Month in 2025, we encourage you to join us in recognizing and celebrating the invaluable contributions and traditions of people of Asian heritage in our community. Your involvement is vital to ensuring this celebration reflects our collective spirit and commitment to inclusivity. Together, let’s create a truly welcoming environment for everyone.
Dear Friends of the ACC:
Nationally observed in May, Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPIHM) is celebrated in April at Indiana University to allow the entire campus and community to take part in the activities before the semester ends. As part of IU’s tradition of honoring the history, culture, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) as well as recognizing the issues affecting the AAPI community and in the diaspora, we would like to invite you to join us by participating in our 2025 AAPIHM programs.
Thank you and we look forward to connecting with you.
The Asian Culture Center is the heartbeat of the Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander Community here at IUB. Partnering with the ACC on various events and activities has energized Asian American Studies by drawing new audiences and extending our impact throughout the campus into Bloomington and beyond. We are so grateful for the synergy and dynamism of the ACC!
Ellen Wu, Associate Professor, History Department