CASA Weekly Updates 01/12/14

[Thuy Nguyen]

Greetings. I hope you all have a fantastic first week of school. Now that everyone is settled, we're ready to kick the new semester into high gear, starting with these events:

1. CASA First Spring GBM: A New Year!

Even though the 2014 New Year celebration has just passed us, here in CASA, we celebrate another New Year. That's right! The Chinese New Year is coming! Join us at our first spring general body meeting to learn more about the traditions & customs of CNY, our Chinese New Year Show, as well as celebrate the Year of the Horse with us. Then, come join us during our after-social in the Reitz Game Room for some fun games and free pizzas. We hope to see you there!

Date & Time: Wednesday, 01/15; 6 PM

Location: TUR L005

https://www.facebook.com/events/1481550492071396/

2. Multimedia Coordinator Application

CASA is currently looking for a new multimedia coordinator. This position handles many multimedia tasks, ranging from photography to flyers to videos. We are looking for a composed and talented individual who thinks he/she has what it takes to be an officer and a leader. While experience is not required, it is highly recommended. If you are interested, please fill out the online application below. And if you have any questions, please direct them to Anna Chen at casa.pr...@gmail.com. The deadline for application is Wednesday, Jan. 15th at 11:59 PM. 

Position Description: http://tinyurl.com/MCandWebduties

Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1SPj73Qamyf5H8kAuf832V12lfOh8HVd4-j0DXfeolBk/viewform

3. Chinese New Year Show 2014

The Year of the Horse is quickly approaching (January 31st) and we, the CASA board of officers, are preparing to celebrate the biggest Chinese holiday by putting on for you our grandest show of the year. We have a great line up of performances, classic Chinese food, and a variety of fun activities for your enjoyment. Admission is free for everyone, so we hope you can join the fun and celebrate the New Year with us.

Date & Time: Saturday, 01/25; 6 PM

Location: J.W. Reitz Union Rion Ballroom

***Facebook event page coming soon

4. AASU Updates

AASU GBM: Beautification and Body Image

Date & Time: Monday, 01/13; 6 PM

Location: MAT 0016

https://www.facebook.com/events/1410447212528720/

VSO's First Spring GBM

Date & Time: Tuesday, 01/14; 6 PM

Location: MCCA G186

https://www.facebook.com/events/245827682246393/

FSA First Spring Show

Date & Time: Thursday, 01/16; 6 PM

Location: TUR L007

https://www.facebook.com/events/337609729710648/

5. Special Events

KUSA's Spring 2014 Atlanta Trip

Date & Time: Saturday, 01/18 @ 6AM - Monday, 01/20 @ 11 PM

Location: Atlanta, Georgia (***meet at Walmart on Archer's parking lot first***)

Sign-up link: http://tinyurl.com/mxq4x9n

https://www.facebook.com/events/1407302909514849/

6. Miscellaneous

Sparks Magazine Staff Recruitment

Sparks is an Asian-American-interest magazine here at UF and UCF. It strives to highlight Asian-American accomplishments and issues to educate and inspire students. Right now, there are currently several staff positions open on board. If you're interested, please consider signing up on the link provided below. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Executive Direction at dire...@sparks-mag.com.

Interest/Placement Quiz: http://www.sparks-mag.com/quiz/
Job Description & Application: http://www.sparks-mag.com/
https://www.facebook.com/events/227489430756896/

VSO Kickball Classic Committee Interest Form
The Vietnamese Student Organization is having their annual Kickball Classic, and they are seeking help with organizing the event. The tournament will be held Sunday, Feb. 9th as part of Tet weekend. If anyone's interested with helping to run the event, please will out the form below. Please feel free to contact Thai Tran or Michelle Espanto at VSO.s...@gmail.com if you have any question. Deadline for application is Saturday, Jan. 18th at 11:59 PM.
Application Link: http://tinyurl.com/kickballcommittee
https://www.facebook.com/events/410140232452897/

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Thuy Nguyen
Chinese American Student Association
2013-2014 Secretary
casa.se...@gmail.com

 

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