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Multicultural Center hosts workshop at Sylvania
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The Sylvania Multicultural Center is hosting a workshop presentation in collaboration with the Portland State University student organization Kaibigan.Friday May 2812:00-1:15p.m.CC Cedar RoomWorskhop Presentation: "Filipino American Identity" w/ Kevin NadalKevin Nadal is a native of California, he has been involved in the Pilipino American, Asian Pacific American, and ethnic minority communities for as long as he can remember. Having earned BA’s in Psychology and Political Science from the University of California at Irvine and an MA in Counseling from Michigan State University, he is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at Columbia University in New York City. His research interests focus on the Pilipino American experience, particularly Pilipino American identity,community development, and culturally competent services. He has been touring his one-man show,"Pinoy" since October 2002, and has received great reviews from communities all over the country. He is also experienced in giving motivational speeches and facilitating workshops and discussions, particularly targeting Pilipino Americans, Asian Pacific Americans, and all people of color.Check out Kevin Nadal’s one-man show PIN@Y at the PSU Pilipino Cultural Night this Friday May 28. See flyer for ticket information. Purchase your tickets at the Multicultural Center by Friday at noon.PSU Kaibigan and PCC Samahan presents:Pilipino Cultural Night"Isang Pagdiriwang: A Commemoration of the Pilipino Heritage?an evening of food, culture, dance, comedy, and musicFriday, May 28, 2004Doors open at 4:00pmPSU Smith Memorial Ballroom 355Special Guest Performer:Kevin NadalPerforming "Pin@y?, A one man show about growing up Pilipino in AmericaTicket information:$8 Students$10 General$15 at the Door$75 Reserved Table for 8Tickets are now available at:PSU Box Office1825 SW Broadway (located just inside the Broadway Ave. entrance of the Smith Building)Tel. # (503) 725-3307Tickets can also be purchased from any Kaibigan or Samahan member.PCN Co-Sponsors: PSU President’s Diversity Action Council, PCC Sylvania Multicultural Center, PSU Student’s Organization Council, PSU Student Activities and Leadership Programs, Abram Bergstrom, Richard Dandasan, Claire Oliveros, KPK Oregon, Filipino American Association of Portland and Vicinity, Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon, PSU MECHA
About James Hill
James G. Hill, an award-winning journalist and public relations writer, is the Director of Public Relations at Portland Community College. A graduate of Portland State University, James has worked as a section editor for the Newberg Graphic... more »