DAO Associate Organizations
DAO also supports and works closely with a few other student organizations.
PAC consists of a diverse group of Asian American students, including representatives from
the various Asian organizations, who work with the PAC/Asian American Administrative Intern
to assess and address the needs of Asian American students on campus. PAC works closely with
the adminstration, faculty, and staff on issues such as counseling for Asian and Asian
American students and hosts AA community dinners each term.
The DCCS is open to all members of the Dartmouth Community and works
to further the understanding of Chinese issues, heritage, politics, and culture through discussions,
lectures, movies, and a variety of other events. It is also known for the recreatonal and academic
events displaying the rich culture and issues concerning China and Taiwan. Activities in the past
included cooking demonstrations, Chinese New Year celebrations, Ma-Jong Nights, and a panel discussion
concerning Taiwan and the People's Republic of China. DCCS also started a new tradition in 1999 with
the introduction of "Shanghai Nights," which is a 2-hour long dinner and show for the Dartmouth
community.
The Korean-American Students Association was established to promote a better understanding
of Korean heritage, culture, language, and concerns to the Dartmouth Community. The group
holds discussion forums, and an annual culture night among its many activities.
Milan aims at uniting the students from South Asia and serves as both a social and cultural
organization. It strives to expose the Dartmouth campus to the culture of the region in order
to cultivate an exchange of ideas and an awareness of South Asian issues. Milan also provides
a social forum for those of South Asian background or those with an interest in the region.
Meetings are weekly, and the organization holds one big event per term, including the annual
South Asian culture night. All students are welcome.
The Japan society is a group of dedicated to the promotion of Japanese culture on campus.
DJS organizes a variety of activities, including weekly conversation tables, films, anime
showings, dinners, lectures, and cultural events. The society also participates in the annual
East Coast Japan America League Conference with Japanese organizations from other colleges to
discuss current issues related to Japan. DJS welcomes all interested members of the Dartmouth
community.
The purpose of the Association is to present alternative cultural and political viewpoints
on campus and to provide social activities and other services to the Dartmouth community.
ISA organizes a wide range of activities, including dinners, lectures, films, cultural shows,
receptions for foreign visitors, dances, and intramural sports. Membership is open to all
interested Dartmouth students.
Vietnamese Students Association - Southeast Asian Association
Email: VSASA@dartmouth.edu
The purpose of VSASA is to share, promote, and appreciate the Vietnamese heritage by providing
a cultural, social, and educational environment that fosters understanding between
Vietnamese/Southeast Asian students and the Dartmouth community. Our events include New Year
(Tet), traditional dinners, trips, and informal get togethers. VSASA is affiliated with other
Vietnamese organizations in the Boston Area. People of all backgrounds, undergraduates or
graduate, are encouraged to join.
Dartmouth Taiwanese Association
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Chinese Dance Troupe
The Chinese Dance Troupe is open to anyone interested in traditional Chinese dance and performs
a variety of dances, such as the feather fan dance, iron flag dance, and the hat dance.
Far Off Broadway Productions
(Description yet to be added)
The Agape Christian Fellowship holds Bible studies, weekly quiet times, and other get-togethers
to share the Christian faith. Everyone is welcome.
Main Street Publication
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Women of Color Collective
The Women of Color Collective is committed to providing a supportive environment for women on the Dartmouth campus through regular meetings,
programming events, and informational sessions. The Center works to improve the nature of gender
relations and communication at the College.