Northeastern University Asian American Center
In the News

Check this page for updated listings of news articles involving the Asian American Center at Northeastern. In addition, we have also devoted a portion of this page to including articles that address various Asian American concerns, events, programs — both locally and nationally.

For general NU news information and updates, please visit the University Communications and Public Relations site.

Asian American Center in the News

"Asian Comedy 'Outed'"
Northeastern News, October 18, 2006
As part of an effort to reach out to the Northeastern community, the Asian American Center (AAC) is hosting a variety of events to showcase different aspects of their culture and heritage. They kicked off a monthly film series Wednesday with "Saving Face," which they described as a "typical Chinese-American lesbian romantic comedy."

"Asian American Center attracts diverse book club members"
Northeastern News, November 30, 2005
Northeastern's new Asian American Center has launched a book club revolving around books told through the eyes of Asian-Americans, but with themes members of any race can appreciate.

"Speaking the Truth "
Northeastern News, October 11, 2005
Everyday life, heritage serve as muses for spoken word artists. Using self-deprecating humor and sexual commentary as his platform, spoken word artist Regie Cabrico captivated the afterHOURS audience Tuesday night.

"Asian American Center Celebrates Official Opening"
The Northeastern Voice, October 4, 2005
After almost a decade in the works, the Asian community at Northeastern finally has a place of its own. The official opening of the Asian American Center last Thursday was celebrated with keynote speakers President Richard Freeland and acclaimed scholar Dr. Ronald Takaki.

Newcomer breaks into top 4 in preliminary council race
Eight finalists include an Asian American

By Scott S. Greenberger and Andrea Estes, Globe Staff | September 28, 2005

Interned Japanese-Americans get diplomas
By Laura Wides, Associated Press Writer | August 22, 2005

Asian-American group alleges poll problems
Boston, Quincy, Lowell cited for '04

By Michael Levenson, Globe Correspondent | August 18, 2005

Super Power
In a notoriously segregated city, shoppers of all races are flocking to a fast-growing supermarket chain called Super 88. Its founder triumphed through communist invasion, shipwreck, and fire. Now, he wants to change the way you shop for groceries. Boston Globe Magazine. By Chris Berdik | August 14, 2005

Vietnamese activists look past nails, floors, push other career choices for recent immigrants
By Yvonne Abraham, Globe Staff | August 1, 2005

"A Growing Force: Asians in Local Politics"
Sampan Newspaper, June 17, 2005
Sampan reviews the events that took place at the Center's "Asian Americans in Politics" event held on June 7.

"Asian American Center sponsors first political panel"
Northeastern News, June 15, 2005
The Center's first public event, "Asian Americans in Politics" was held in McLeod Suites, and included opening remarks by Governor Michael Dukakis.

"Minorities, racism, and UMASS' choice" (PDF)
Boston Globe, May 24, 2005

Columnist Jeff Jacoby editorial on recent UMASS decision regarding Chancellor position at UMASS Boston. Jacoby articulates "model minority" descriptions of Asian Americans to refute arguments made by the Black and Hispanic leadership.

New Asian-American center opens doors in Ell Hall
Northeastern News, February 23, 2005
The Asian American Center’s Director, Andrew Shen, discusses the many short term and long term goals and ideas he has for the newly developed center.

Asian center director named” (PDF)
The Northeastern Voice, February 22, 2005
Andrew Shen is selected as the director of the newly created Asian American Center at Northeastern.

New group helps Asian-American students
Northeastern News, January 26, 2005
A new support group for Asian and Asian American students was created by MiNa Chung and sponsored by University Health and Counseling Issues to help students transition into college life.

DIVERSITY – Asian-American Advisory Group” (PDF)
The Northeastern Voice, January 18, 2005
This article profiles the members and discusses the history of the Asian-American Advisory Group, which was established to guide the implementation of an Asian-American Center at Northeastern University.