Asian & Pacific Islander Alumni Network

About Us

Founded in 2024, the Asian & Pacific Islander Alumni Network (APIAN) strives to provide opportunities for Asian & Pacific Islander (API) alumni to continue their connection with ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø or re-engage and create a new sense of belonging and Spartan pride as they reshape and have a positive impact on the ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø experience for current students. APIAN fosters strives to build a network and relationships between ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø alumni, students, and the broader community surrounding ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø. APIAN has 7 core purposes it strives to achieve and provide to its members: Networking, Alumni Engagement, Scholarship Fundraising, Professional Development, Cultural Exchange, and Advocacy. Come be a part of our community and join us in connecting with one another, advocating for current and future ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø API students, and exploring what it means to be a Spartan beyond your time as an ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø student!

Mission

The Asian & Pacific Islander Alumni Network (APIAN) is dedicated to creating a dynamic and interconnected community of San Jose State University (ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø) Asian & Pacific Islander (API) alumni as well as those who support the ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø API community. Our mission is to serve as a lifelong resource for alumni and current students, providing a supportive platform for professional growth, cultural celebration, and impactful contributions to both the university and the broader community. Through collaboration and shared experiences, we aim to build lasting connections that transcend geographical and generational boundaries.

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Nondiscrimination statement

We serve all students equitably and inclusively and foster an environment rooted in respect, collaboration, and trust. At San José State University, all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, or background, are welcome to engage with the Asian & Pacific Islander network, learn with and from others, and be in community. We serve all students equitably and inclusively and foster an environment rooted in respect, collaboration, and trust. Through our programs and events, we foster understanding of Asian experiences and create opportunities for all Spartans to learn, belong, and succeed together.