Celebrate Asian American Awareness Month

Keynote speaker for Asian American Awareness Month is Eddie Huang, whose memoir inspired the new ABC sitcom “Fresh Off the Boat.”

UIC celebrates Asian American Awareness Month with cultural events, performances and a talk by Eddie Huang, author of the memoir-turned-ABC show “Fresh Off the Boat.”

All events are free and open to the public. For more information, call 312-413-9569. A complete list of events is online.

Today
Asian American Awareness Month Kickoff with UIC Radio. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Quad (rain location 302 Student Center East)
Are You Doctor Yet? Singing competition, 6–10 p.m. Cardinal Room, Student Center East

April 3
“ImaginAsian.” Fashion and variety showcase. 6:30-10 p.m. Illinois Room, Student Center East

April 7
My Sassy Korea Festival. 6:30-10 p.m. Illinois Room, Student Center East

April 14
Asian American Resource and Cultural Center 10th anniversary celebration. 3–5 p.m. conference rooms, Student Services Building

April 15
“Mr. & Mrs. Asian Sensation.” Pageant and talent competition, 6–8 p.m. Illinois Room, Student Center East

April 16
“Reclaiming Life: Silencing Stigma.” Student dramatization of mental health issues. 4–6 p.m. James J. Stukel Tower Event Center

April 17
Eddie Huang, chef, restaurateur and author. 4–6 p.m. Illinois Room, Student Center East

April 20
Asian American Studies Expo. Academic fair celebrating Asian American undergraduate research. 4–6 p.m. 302 Student Center East