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Choose Your Adventure!
This year’s conference theme is
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Saturday, Nov. 16th
“Basic Adventurer”
This Year’s Conference
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Asian American High School Conference (ASAM HSC)
is a free one-day event hosted at the University of Michigan
(Ann Arbor) that provides high-school students the opportunity to connect with the University’s Asian American community through engaging workshops, performances, discussions, and a keynote speaker.
This year, our conference theme is “Choose Your Own Adventure,” through which we hope to inspire students to create their own path as they level up into a new phase of their lives. With their new-found freedom in college, we aim to encourage students to explore their identities and possible career paths through interactive events and workshops offered at the conference. With this year’s theme, we have especially chosen to highlight “retro video games,” evoking a sense of belonging to one’s past, much like a sense of retro nostalgia, and encouraging students to explore and carry cultural heritage with them as they move forward.
Read over the conference details and register!! We are so excited to meet everyone and have a lot of fun things planned for you all!
The last day to register for this year’s HSC is November 3rd, at midnight! Make sure to register by then :)
This year’s conference is on November 16th! Check in starts at 8:30 A.M. Make sure to get here early to get the workshops you want and to catch an extra performance!
Angell Hall, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109
November 16th
Schedule
8:30 - 9:00 AM
9:00 - 9:20 AM
9:20 - 10:15 AM
10:20 - 10:40 AM
10:45 - 11:35 AM
11:40 - 12:00 PM
12:00 - 12:25 PM
12:25 - 1:15 PM
1:20 - 2:10 PM
2:15 - 2:30 PM
2:35 - 3:25 PM
3:30 - 4:05PM
4:05 - 4:35 PM
4:40 - 5:10 PM
5:10 - 5:45 PM
Student Check in
Introductions + Large Group Activity
Keynote Speaker
Small Group Session 1
Workshop #1
Small Group Session 2
Lunch !
PERFORMANCES!!
Workshop #2
Small Group Session 3
Workshop #3
Small Group Session 4 - College Q&A
Small Group Session 5
Group Project Presentation
Closing Activity
Keynote Speaker
TUNING
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Workshops
Roland Hwang
he/him/his
Lecturer, Department of American Culture, Asian/Pacific Islander American Studies.
President, American Citizens for Justice, Inc.
Research:
Community investigator on Community Firearm Violence Prevention, a joint University of Michigan Public Health and EMU Center for Health Disparities project
Writing for Human Collaboratory on COVID-19 and its impact on the AAPI community
Honors:
Governor's Lifetime Humanitarian Award, 2023
Civil Rights Justice by Action, National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE)
Champion for Justice, State Bar of Michigan
In this workshop, we will explore how the term 'Asian' is defined and used in America, and the ways in which we can extricate and decolonize our identities from being defined within the lens of lingering white colonial structures. Through active discussion and a short reading, students will have the space to share and reflect on their own relationships to the term and how the presence of white colonial structures in daily life can influence an understanding of their identities.
'Where are you really from?': Deconstructing the American concept of the Asian identity
Aya/Madina
In this workshop, we will explore the relationships between storytelling and decolonization, especially as it relates to indigenous sovereignty and cultural preservation. We'll introduce blackout poetry and other writing exercises, and share stories about our culture, identity, and lineage we would like to preserve, thinking about how writing can be a radical and anti-colonial practice.
Decolonizing Narratives: Cultural Preservation through Storytelling
V/Parvathi
In this workshop, we will first explore health issues facing various Asian American communities. We will then talk about what goes into an application for medical school, and students will have time to chat with current Asian American medical students and discuss their journeys to medicine, with the goal of facilitating connections and encouraging more Asian Americans to pursue this career!
Asian American Health and the Path to Medicine
Harry
In this workshop, we will explore past and current representations of Asian Americans through different forms of media such as films, tv, ads, etc. Students will learn about its history, development, and impact on Asian American communities.
Asian American Media Representation
Evan/Derek
Asian Americans are frequently stereotyped as a passive and "apolitical" group. In this workshop, we will challenge that narrative by exploring the history of Asian American student organizing at the University of Michigan. We will examine archival materials from the 70s-90s and discuss the impact of Asian student activism on our current society. Key historical themes we will cover include affirmative action, immigration, and solidarity between Black, Latine, and Asian communities.
Solidarity Stories: Histories of Asian American Activism at the University of Michigan
Ames
In this workshop, we'll talk about the many dance styles of South Asia performed by different regions and groups. We'll learn about the history behind them, the mythology and culture they represent, watch performances of the different styles, and learn some moves!
Dance Styles Across South Asia
Sonia
This workshop intends to provide a space to discuss your personal experiences with the model minority myth in your upbringing. Through examination of our personal narratives, a rundown of the myth's history, and a dialogue on how the myths manifest, attendees will explore how to leverage their individuality to dismantle the myth.
Our Stories as "Model Minorities": Self Authenticity in the Face of Stereotypes
Tyler
Performers
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This event would not be possible without the help of our wonderful sponsors. Hover on the names down below to read more about each one.
The Asian American High School Conference (AsAm HSC) is a free, annual conference hosted at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor campus. This conference is designed to guide high schoolers in exploring their identity and provide insight into college life. University of Michigan students serve as small group leaders, workshop facilitators, and panelists to guide high school attendees. The purpose of this conference is to empower A/PIA youth and ease their transition into college and other post-high school plans. The goal is for high schoolers to return to their high schools after the conference with knowledge of resources and current issues in the A/PIA community.
About
Finance
Grade: Sophomore
Fav retro video game: Pacman!
Bonnie Huynh
Design
Grade: Sophomore
Fav retro video game: Minecraft or street fighter!
Jane Ryu
Senior Advisor
Grade: Senior
Fav retro video game: Pacman!
Sabrina Nguyen
Small Group Coordinator
Grade: Junior
Fav retro video game: Tetris!
Amanda Cai
Workshop Coordinator
Grade: Sophomore
Fav retro video game: Poptropica!
Amatullah Hakim
Meet the 24-25 Board!
Co-president
Grade: Senior
Fav retro video game: Super Mario Word!
Grade: Senior
Fav retro video game: Street Fighter!
Amani Mubeen
Outreach
Grade: Senior
Fav retro video game: Sonic the hedgehog!
Kaycee Khuat
Logistics
Grade: Sophomore
Fav retro video game: Smash or brickbreaker!
Grace Lee
Co-president
Rachel Jeong
Contact
FAQ
@asamhsc; feel free to dm us with your questions
graceyl@umich.edu; email us with any questions!
When and where is AsAm HSC?
Asian American High School Conference is happening on Saturday, November 16th, from 9:00am-5:45pm EST at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor campus. The building address is Angell Hall, 435 State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 in Auditorium C.
Who is AsAm HSC for?
All High School students, a part of the Asian American community or not. Anyone who is interested in Asian American topics, issues, or ideas!
How do I register for AsAm HSC?
You can register for AsAm HSC 2024 by filling out the registration form, which can be found on the homepage of our website. After completing this form, you will receive an email containing the links to required forms via the email you provide in the registration form. Please send completed forms to graceyl@umich.edu with the subject line "HSC Forms". All forms are required to be completed in order to participate in AsAm HSC.
Where can I find parking on campus?
There are many paid parking structures around central campus: Maynard, Catherine Street, etc. Check: https://ltp.umich.edu/parking/locations-and-enforcement/central-campus/ for spots without enforced fees on Saturday!
Do I have to stay the whole time?
It is preferred that you stay for the whole duration of High School conference. If something comes up that affects your availability, please reach out!
Does AsAm HSC have an attendance cost?
No, Asian American High School Conference is free.
What materials do I need to prepare for AsAm HSC?
Please bring a writing utensil and yourself!
Will transportation be provided?
No, transportation will not be provided.
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