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FACS’ “Sari-Sari Store” and Filipino Pride on Display at the Stanford Hospital
On a breezy Thursday morning in October, the Bass Promenade at the Stanford Hospital was abuzz with activity …and Pinoy energy!
Cafecito/ Merienda
When traveling with your family and passing by a church, do you all subconsciously make the sign of the cross with your hand? Our LatinX colleagues make the same hand gesture, too!
Mida
An app that converts hundreds of languages and fusions of languages into polished translations
Parangal
On an unseasonably warm October evening in downtown San Francisco, I found myself fully immersed in a captivating dance experience that drew inspiration from the sacred rituals of the Maguindanaon ethnic group in the Bangsamoro region of the Southern Philippines.
Filipino-American History Month Luncheon
In honor of Filipino American History Month, the Stanford Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery's DEI-Wellness Committee hosted a special luncheon to celebrate the rich heritage and contributions of the Filipino American community on October 16, 2024.
Pista Sa Nayon
“Pista sa Nayon” translates to “Fiesta in the Village” refers to a local festival or celebration held in a community or village often featuring various activities, food, and cultural performances.
FACS members honored for Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access at 2024 IDEAL Honor Roll
Congrats to our 2024 IDEAL nominees selected for the second annual Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access in a Learning Environment (IDEAL) Honor Roll for staff!
Mabuhay from the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco!
Filipino citizens to participate in the Registration and Survey of Filipino Students in the U.S. Universities and Colleges.
Congrats Jennifer Torai for receiving the Athena Leadership Award!
Jennifer’s professional career has been marked by a dedication to supporting historically marginalized communities.
One AAPI, Many Communities: Celebrating Our Diversity with Dr. Alok Patel
It was a memorable AAPI Heritage Month for the FACS community as we co-hosted a Stanford-wide — from Stanford Redwood City to main campus (LKSC) and Zoom in between — keynote and lunch with Asian Staff Forum on Thursday, May 30.
FACS at the Main Campus Wellness Fair
The Wellness Fairs last May –held on May 8th in the Redwood City campus, and May 21st in the historic campus, featured a special display from the Diversity & Access Office Staff Groups, and FACS was among the eight groups that helped support the DAO’s tabling efforts.
Sowing Seeds: Filipino American Stories from the Pajaro Valley
If you are in the downtown Santa Cruz area, consider visiting the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History for the Sowing Seeds: Filipino American Stories from the Pajaro Valley.
“Dahil Sa’yo” by Isabella Andaya
“Dahil Sa’yo” is a short film I produced through Stanford Arts Institute and its Honors in the Arts Program. It tells the story of a Filipino immigrant father who teaches his son a game of running to the store for buko juice, while also teaching him self-reliance and love.
Congrats, Eunice Delumen!
This year, one of the recipients of the Staff Award is our very own Eunice Delumen!
Batok
As I’m decolonizing my faith, life, and beliefs, I wanted to adorn myself with markings to reclaim back my ancestral lineage and customs.
Larry the Musical
Are you Pilipino or love someone who is? Do you wish you knew more of you Pilipino-American History? Did Hamilton (or was it Wicked?) change you? Even if you answered ‘no’ to ALL of these questions you MUST go see Larry the Musical.
Discovering the Passion of Vegan Cooking: The Story of Chef Jay-Ar Pugao
Chef Jay-Ar is Stanford Dining’s first Vegan and Plant Forward Sous Chef. He specializes in developing new plant-based recipes and enhancing the vegan dining experience for Stanford University students, faculty, staff, and guests.
International Women’s Day: My Mom the Pioneer
Long before International Women’s Day was established, I had my own personal role model who was her own trailblazer — my mom, then Dr. Iluminada Chavez Torres, boarded a plane to the United States in 1957.
Asian American & Pasifika Heritage Month
We want to look ahead at the amazing events planned for the Asian American and Pasifika communities this spring.
Tawi-Tawi to the World!
When my husband and I started planning our anniversary trip to some fancy city like Seoul or Tokyo, we decided instead to fulfill his (and my) bucket list wish to visit the childhood home of his dad in Simunul, Tawi-Tawi – a tiny, predominantly Muslim island in the southernmost tip of Mindanao -- a few dozen backstrokes to Malaysia.
Southeast Asia Program's 25 Anniversary Conference
Join us in celebrating a quarter-century of scholarship, learning, and intellectual exchange on Southeast Asia at Stanford!
Searching for Kapwa
Inspired by the pre-colonial Filipino value kapwa, or “shared identity”, Searching for Kapwa follows the filmmaker’s quest to heal from a sense of cultural alienation, understand his ancestral roots, and find his place in the arc of history.
It’s All in the Family with Chef Joe
Last month, Chef Joe Guinto was recognized by the PAC-12 Champions Women’s Basketball led by the winningest Coach Tara Van Derveer for his contributions to their team experience and to the 700+ athletes under his culinary care.
Box of Dreams
"Box of Dreams” is about a young Filipina girl and her mother as they pack up a balikbayan box for their family back in the Philippines. The mother illustrates to her daughter why they send items like clothes, food, and other miscellaneous house items to their family.
FACS Co-Chair Curie Sevilla wins Keith L. Guy Award
Congratulations to our very own FACS Co-Chair Curie Sevilla, Associate Director, Program Development & Outreach, Conference Services, Stanford Residential and Dining Services.