Please join MAPAAC for a discussion on Asian Americans in schools today!
The Michigan Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission is hosting a virtual discussion on Asian Americans in schools today. Speakers will cover educational support for integrating Asian American studies and support from legislators to pass bills that impact Asian American studies.
Beyond Model Minority: Asian American History in Michigan’s K-12 Schools
Wednesday, April 13, 2022, from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Speakers:
- Senator Stephanie Chang, State Senator, 1st district
- Dr. Michael Rice, State Superintendent, Michigan Department of Education
- Dr. Suchiraphon McKeithen-Polish, Macomb Intermediate School District
- Dr. Manan Desai, Associate Professor and Director, A/PIA studies program, University of Michigan
- Richard Mui, Canton High School
- Kathryn Ocomen, Education Major, Wayne State University
- Neha Rao, Student at Salem High School