Programs & Services

Program Descriptions

The ACC hosts programs and events throughout the year, some of which are held at the center as well as around IU campus. These initiatives include activities and gatherings, workshops, exhibitions, and discussions on contemporary issues, history, and culture related to Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

Discussion Programs

Over a Cup of Tea

Over a Cup of Tea is monthly discussion program at the Asian Culture Center since 1999. For over 20 years, the ACC has invited faculty members, scholars, and guest presenters to discuss issues concerning Asian American and Pacific Islanders. Topics range from racial justice, identity, mental health to current and historical events. Past presenters include Pulitzer-Prize winning author Viet Nguyen (The Sympathizer), journalist Helen Zia (Asian American Dreams), Dr. Anthony Ocampo, Professor Emerita Roshni Rustomji-Kerns (Sonoma State University), musician Magdalen Hsu Li, and activist and author Wen Ho Lee (My Country Versus Me).

"Who are Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders?"

"Who are Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders?" (WAAPI) is a monthly roundtable lunch on race and culture issues.