SBVC Celebrates API Heritage Month with Special Cultural Performances & Expressions of Unity

SBVC News
1 min readMay 23, 2024

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Dr. Linda Fontanilla speaks at the API Heritage Month Celebration on April 10, 2024.
The event featured special performances by the Pasefika Student Union & TaikoMix.

The SBCCD Asian & Pacific Islander Association kicked off API Heritage Month on April 10 with a festive event held on the SBVC campus. The unique event celebrated the rich cultural heritage of Asian and Pacific Islander communities. Attendees were treated to a special catering menu provided by Pho Mai. Special performances by the Pasefika Student Union and TaikoMix showcased the diversity and talent within our local community.

SBVC Interim President Dr. Linda Fontanilla and APIA President Bethany Tasaka’s speeches highlighted the importance of honoring and celebrating the contributions of Asian and Pacific Islander individuals to our society. The sense of unity and pride in one’s heritage was palpable throughout the event, bringing attendees together in a spirit of positivity and inclusivity. It was truly a memorable start to API Heritage Month, setting the tone for a month filled with appreciation, education, and celebration.

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