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About AAPAAN

The Asian and Asian Pacific American Alumni Network of the University of Virginia

Welcome to AAPAAN

AAPAANAAPAAN was conceived in the summer of 1998 as a collaboration of the Asian Student Union President and the Alumni Association. We are an inclusive organization dedicated to supporting the greater Asian & Asian Pacific Islander community and those who have an interest in our multifaceted cultures. AAPAAN is here to serve you and the 28,000 AAPI alumni of the University. As the largest minority UVA alumni group, we have influence, a voice, and the responsibility of using that voice wisely — to benefit not only AAPI alumni, but also the broader University community.

Our efforts to build a strong alumni network will benefit not only students on Grounds and alumni worldwide, but also the future of AAPIs at the University. We hope that you will join the AAPAAN mailing list, attend our events, get involved, and support our mission.

Our Mission:

To provide an Asian and Asian Pacific American alumni network that builds and supports connections with the University of Virginia community.

Our Goals:

  • Foster an Asian and Asian Pacific American alumni community by growing AAPAAN’s membership
  • Provide a social network an opportunities for the exchange of knowledge for alumni, students, and faculty
  • Support the University’s various AAPI student organizations
  • Aid in the recruitment and retention of AAPI students
  • Provide scholarships for students who:
    • Display leadership skills
    • Make contributions to the AAPI community
    • Have financial need
  • Mentor current students and enrich their experiences
  • Provide a career network for both alumni and students
  • Provide a voice for the AAPI community within the University of Virginia