Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander at 海角禁区
The MC Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Employee Resource Group is a college-wide community of faculty, staff, and students committed to celebrating the diversity and achievements of AANHPI populations.
Each year, the AANHPI Heritage Month Planning Committee organizes events that provide the College community with opportunities to engage in cultural programming, share knowledge, and explore the contributions of AANHPI individuals. Our signature kick-off event serves as the highlight of our annual AANHPI Heritage Month celebrations.
On September 27, 2007, Congress established the AANAPISI program to enhance the availability and quality of postsecondary education for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) students. 海角禁区 is proud to be a designated AANAPISI institutionnew window.
海角禁区 Library is proud to join in the celebration of the achievements and contributions of Asian Pacific Americans throughout history. This guide is dedicated to Asian Pacific American Heritage. Here, you will learn about Asian Pacific American history, stories, and receive several book and video recommendations. You will also find helpful research databases and resources from MC, as well as local, and national sources, all dedicated to Asian Pacific Americans.
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Join us for a month-long celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month with a variety of events at 海角禁区 and Montgomery County.
Wednesday, April 30, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Heritage Month Kick-Off Event, Rockville Campus, Theatre Arts (TA) Arena
Join us as we kick off AANHPI Heritage Month this May with a festive celebration! Enjoy cultural performances, delicious food, and fun activities for all ages. Come celebrate the rich diversity and vibrant traditions of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
Sunday, May 4, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Montgomery County AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration Event, Seneca Valley High School,
19401 Crystal Rock Dr., Germantown MD 20874
As a part of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, celebrated in May, the Asian American Health Initiative (AAHI) and Office of Community Partnerships (OCP) invites you and your whole family to our fourth-annual AAPI Heritage Month Celebration!
This year, on Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 11am-4pm, join us for captivating cultural performances, discover resources in the AAPI community, participate in our health fair, kid-friendly activities, and explore the rich cultures of our diverse community! We hope to see you there!
Monday, May 5, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Fireside Chat Career Series: Radical Hope Innovators and Trailblazers in the AANHPI
Community, ignITe Hub, MK 107
The ignITe Hub hosts a monthly Fireside Chat Career Series. Each month, we will host a trailblazing guest speaker to explore their unique tech career path. We will learn what sparked their interest in this area, meaningful experiences that impacted their journey and career advice for aspiring techies. Thank you to Verizon for their generous sponsorship of this series.
Join us for an Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) panel session. Hear the inspiring stories of these AANHPI professionals who are enhancing their fields.
This is a hybrid event and dinner will be provided for in-person attendees.
6:00 p.m. – Dinner for In-Person Guests | 6:30-8:00 p.m. – Presentation
Tuesday, May 6, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Let’s Talk Data on our AANHPI Students, via Zoom
Join us to explore trends, celebrate achievements, and discuss challenges facing Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) students at 海角禁区. This data workshop offers valuable insights and enhances understanding of the college AANAPISI designation (Asian American, Native American (Hawaiian) and Pacific Islander Students Serving Institute.
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Wednesday, May 7, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Asian Cultural Crafts - Origami, Rockville Campus, SV Atrium
Join us for a hands-on cultural event celebrating the art of origami—the traditional Japanese craft of paper folding.
Participants will explore the creativity of origami by learning to fold decorative paper flowers. Whether you're new to origami or already experienced, this event offers a fun and relaxing way to engage with a meaningful cultural tradition.
Bring your curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to try something new as we celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month through the shared joy of making art by hand.
Wednesday, May 14, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Connecting Through Cultural Languages, via Zoom
Join us for an engaging event celebrating the rich diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) cultures through language.
This interactive session features speakers who will share insights into their cultural languages and the deeper meanings behind words and names. In many cultures, a single word can carry multiple meanings, and even a person’s name can hold powerful significance and cultural value.
Whether you speak multiple languages or are simply curious to learn, come connect, share, and celebrate the voices and stories that shape our identities.
Wednesday, May 21, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Traditional AANHPI Attires, Rockville Campus, SV 416
Celebrate the vibrant diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander cultures through traditional clothing and attire. We will have presentations that explore the cultural significance, history, and symbolism behind traditional costumes from various AANHPI communities.
The presenter will share personal stories, cultural insights, and historical context surrounding the garments from their cultural background. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how traditional clothing reflects values, customs, and regional identities across the AANHPI diaspora.
Thursday, May 22, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
TaijiFit, MC Wellness, Rockville Campus, SV 417
TaijiFit is a mind/body “exercise” that combines the best of traditional Taiji (Tai Chi) and QiGong movements, combined with modern music and easy instruction. It’s a workout appropriate for any age or fitness level that has you experiencing the FLOW (Tai Chi done smoothly, continuously and effortlessly connecting Body, Mind and Spirit) whether it’s your first class or 100th. There are no routines to learn, or set choreography to remember. You'll discover how to use TaijiFit for better balance, pain reduction and heart health. It’s more than just an exercise. It is also a moving meditation, a shield against disease, and a beautiful sensual dance that can make you sweat and smile at the same time.
Listen to our employees share their warm wishes for a joyful and prosperous Lunar New Year.
On January 10, 2025, the White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (WHIAANHPI) hosted a convening in Washington, D.C., celebrating the resilience and achievements of AA and NHPI communities under the Biden-Harris Administration. The event featured cultural performances from various local groups, including the Cambodian Buddhist Society, Inc. Their performance was led by Assistant Art Director Vathany Say, who is also a part-time faculty member at 海角禁区.
You can watch the new window video online. The Cambodian Buddhist Society's performance begins at the 2:05:01 mark.
In 1978, a joint congressional resolution established Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week. The first 10 days of May were chosen to coincide with two important milestones in Asian/Pacific American history: the arrival in the United States of the first Japanese immigrants (May 7, 1843) and contributions of Chinese workers to the building of the transcontinental railroad, completed May 10, 1869.
In 1992, Congress expanded the observance to a monthlong celebration that is now known as Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Per a 1997 U.S. Office of Management and Budget directive, the Asian or Pacific Islander racial category was separated into two categories: one being Asian and the other Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander. Thus, this Facts for Features contains a section for each.
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The Lunar New Year is the most important social and economic holiday for billions of people around the world. The holiday is tied to the lunar-solar Chinese calendar and was originally observed as a time to honor household and heavenly deities and ancestors.
Today, Lunar New Year is a special time to bring friends and family together for feasting and festivities in China, Korea, Vietnam, Japan, Mongolia and other countries all over the world. (Information taken from Center for International Affairs - Lunar New Year website.)
Are you interested in being on the Planning Committee? We are always looking for more ideas to make the Heritage Month Kick-off Festival a fun and learning experience for employees and students at the College. If you want to join the committee or have questions, please send an email to the Planning Committee!
If you’re interested in receiving information on scholarships, training, internships, and other opportunities for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) students, you can join the AANHPI Student Distribution List.
By signing up, you’ll receive regular emails with updates on scholarships, internships, and more specifically available to AANHPI students.
About this Opportunity
The mission of the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC) is to expand the commercial and public impact of the research investments of the Department of Energy (DOE) and to focus on commercializing energy technologies that support the missions of the Department.
The fellowship is offering the opportunity to learn about the federal government and its role in commercializing energy technologies with the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC) at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in Washington, D.C. You will participate in projects and activities that support commercialization goals across the DOE energy and innovation portfolio by guiding strategy, conducting analysis, identifying opportunities to streamline and simplify processes, and designing & implementing funding programs in the following areas:
- Commercialization Programs team
- National Lab Commercialization Programs
- Technology Commercialization Fund (TCF) Base
- Energy I-Corps
- Technology Commercialization Internship Program
- EnergyTech University Prize
- Partnership Intermediary Agreements (PIA)
- Foundation for Energy Security and Innovation (FESI)
- National Lab Commercialization Programs
- Market Analysis team
OTC has the responsibility to interface with the DOE applied research offices and private entities that need energy technology solutions to technology commercialization. Applicants should have a deep interest in energy technologies, commercialization strategies, and various pathways for overcoming market and regulatory barriers for the adoption of new technologies.
What will I be doing?
Throughout the appointment, you will develop a broad understanding of the energy industry, the technical needs and opportunities for energy technologies, and the commercialization impacts of various program, policy, and regulatory decisions. You will have an opportunity to collaborate with experts at the DOE, national labs, and industry leaders across the energy value chain to help analyze and overcome key commercialization barriers to various energy technologies. You will help shape the OTC's agenda and enable collaborations across the Commercialization Programs team. You will also bolster the development of the OTC's strategic plan and other programmatic activities.
With guidance from a mentor, you may have an opportunity to:
- Deepen your understanding of new technologies and markets both through direct engagement as well as through attendance at various brown bags, briefings, or other meetings.
- Engage in the development of new programs leveraging prize and other funding mechanisms to maximize the positive commercial outcomes of DOE’s funding programs.
- Collaborate with numerous technical leads from multiple DOE technology offices to facilitate policy reform and program execution, identifying ways OTC can address challenges, fill gaps, and facilitate efficient and effective policy and program execution.
- Participate in expert, external reviews of funding applications and help develop selection recommendations to office leadership.
- Collaborate on the development of white papers on various energy technology commercialization-related topics.
- Prepare and present briefings to upper management, external offices, or Congressional staff.
- Develop analysis projects related to tracking the commercialization impacts of OTC and other commercialization programming within DOE.
- Participate in various energy technology commercialization conferences and workshops.
- Propose new initiatives or program and process improvements to enhance and/or streamline office decision-making or otherwise advance the OTC mission of energy technology commercialization.
For more information, please visit the opportunity on new window
Location: Washington, D.C.
Qualifications: You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National with a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree, and be 18 years of age.
Nghi Nguyen, Chair | Thanh King, Co-Chair | Kaylin Nguyen, Co-Chair | Miho Shimizu | Vathany Say | Sharmini Azeez
Last updated: 7/8/2025