Whittier College celebrates its Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi American (APIDA) population and strives to provide the resources and support needed to thrive.
Leadership opportunities for APIDA students
Asian Pacific Islander (API) Graduation Planning Committee
Members of the API Graduation Planning Committee plan the API Graduation Celebration each spring. The committee selects the theme, decorations, keynote speaker, food, stoles, and entertainment.
Diversity Ambassador
Apply to become a Diversity Ambassador (DA) and support the daily function of the Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI). Diversity Ambassadors assist in the planning and implementation of programs that promote awareness, advocacy, and critical dialogues on social issues within the Whittier College community. Email the OEI at oei@whittier.edu to apply.
Career Services
The Center for Career and Professional Development maintains a library of career-related books and employment resource materials that are accessible to students.
Black Lives Matter Allies (#Asians4BlackLives)
The OEI has curated a list of websites that provide useful information for APIDA community members wishing to learn more about and stand in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement.