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Alpha Delta Kappa

Alpha Delta Kappa of the University of Southern California is a service and social oriented organization. ADKs place strong emphasis on actively contributing to the Asian-American community as well as promoting sisterhood, unity, and pride. Established in 1977, by our four founders Sherie Jew, Carolyn Nakaki, Arleen Yoshida Nakamura, and Pauline Chinn Wah. The traditions and integrity of the sorority are demonstrated through the enthusiasm and dedication of its members and will continue to flourish by instilling those same attributes in its new members of the next decades.

Asian American Business Association

The USC Asian American Business Association (AABA) is a distinguished student organization that maintains a professional outlook while being culturally integrated. AABA focuses on bringing together students with similar objectives in order to expand their opportunities. Through professional, educational, social and community events, we foster diligence, commitment and organization that will lead the way toward success.

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Asian American Christian Fellowship

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Asian American Tutorial Project

The Asian American Tutorial Project is a volunteer tutorial/mentorship program to benefit children in lower socioeconomic environments. Be a Tutor, Be a Mentor, Be A Friend.

Asian Pacific American Law Students Association

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Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association

The Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association (APAMSA) at the Keck School of Medicine promotes the health and well-being for APIA communities and individuals, as well as other populations of color, through community involvement and medical student education. These goals stand behind current projects of youth mentorship, health fairs, Hepatitis B community outreach, cultural events, bone marrow registration drives, and research opportunities.

Contacts:
Ann Lo
Dan Tzuang

Asian Pacific-Islander Student Outreach

Asian Pacific Islander-Student Outreach (APSO) is dedicated to educating themselves and students at USC about Asian American issues through political actions and community involvement.

Asian Pacific Islander Social Work Caucus

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Asian Student Entrepreneurial Society (ASES)

More information coming soon!

Bamboo Offshoot

 Bamboo Offshoot is USC's only Asian Pacific American (APA) student-run newspaper on campus. Published quarterly, the paper is always looking for new writers, photographers, business people, graphic designers, layout editors--you name it, we're looking for it. B.O. covers all topics from USC APA-related events and clubs/organizations to events currently happening in local APA communities.
Email Bamboo Offshoot.

Beta Omega Phi

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Chinese American Student Association

 The Chinese American Student Association (CASA) strives to promote cultural awareness, service the Chinese and Asian-American community, and encourage social activity amongst its members. This goal is accomplished through the creation of lifelong friendships and bonds built by the activities members of CASA partake in that intertwine the richness of our historic culture along with the constant change in our modern culture. A few of these functions include the Annual Chinese American Culture Show, Hip Hop team, community service events, the Annual Winter Retreat, and the numerous activities planned with neighboring universities.

Delta Phi Kappa

Delta Phi Kappa is one of the oldest Asian American interest sororities in Southern California. Founded in the spring of 1960 when eleven women responded to the growing need to foster sisterhood among Asian American women, Delta Phi Kappa has since then become an organization with over 40 years of tradition and sisterhood. Deltas are individuals who have a variety of personal backgrounds, interests, skills, and accomplishments, and together, strive to achieve academic excellence, promote community service, establish Asian American awareness, and create enduring friendships.

Gamma Epsilon Omega

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Graduate Asian Business Society

The Graduate Asian Business Society (GABS) is committed to providing our members with networking opportunities with Asian business leaders and alumnae from all industries and functional areas. In addition, the GABS serves as an information source for individuals interested in pursuing career opportunities in the Pacific Rims. Our missions is achieved through the numerous networking and social activities that we sponsor throughout the year

Hapa Club

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Hawai’i Club

The main purpose of Hawaii Club is to help students from the islands adjust to the Los Angeles environment through outings and events with other student organizations. At the same time, we also have a strong interest in teaching other people about our unique culture and welcome anybody with an interest to join. Our events include a Halloween amusement park trip, BBQs, annual ski trip, and a full-scale luau.
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Kazan Taiko

"Founded in the Fall of 2002, Kazan Taiko is one of the newest collegiate Taiko groups to join the ranks of existing groups like UCLA Kyodo Taiko, UCI Jodaiko, and Stanford Taiko........."

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Korean Student Association

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Pakistani Student Association

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South Asian Rural Student Aid (SARSA)

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Southern California Nikkei Association

Founded in 1995, the purpose of this club is to explore and promote cultural awareness and cultural sharing, while fostering a sense of identity in the Japanese-American community of USC. Although the majority of USC Nikkei is comprised of those of Japanese-American descent, we strive to provide an atmosphere that provides friendship and community for all backgrounds.

Sigma Phi Omega

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Southern California Indo-American Association (SCIA)

Southern California Indo-Americans is one of the most active international student organizations on campus. We are a nonprofit student organization recognized by the Office of Student Activities. Our purpose is to provide an opportunity for Indian students to interact and share the joy of the culture and heritage. SCIA serves to promote the awareness of cultural diversity on campus by organizing cultural and social events on campus.

Troy Philippines

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Vietnamese Student Association

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