Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month offers a glimpse into the contributions, influence and enriching traditions of AAPI people. 

This April, Missouri State University provides a supportive space for the Springfield community to join together, become educated and celebrate AAPI Heritage Month. 

To kick things off, an Art Expo will take place 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on April 4 in the Multicultural Resource Center (MRC). 

AAPI students, faculty and staff will have the opportunity to display their works of art in the MRC as a walkthrough experience.  

The types of art expected to be on display include:  

• Paintings. 
• Photography. 
• Resin art. 

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Key events 

April 11  

AAPI Student Experience: A Panel Discussion, 5 p.m., PSU Room 312 or Zoom 

This will be a panel discussion among a group of Missouri State students. They will speak about their experiences and answer questions the community may have.  

April 19  

Students Activities Council (SAC) Speaker, 7 p.m., PSU Theater 

April 26  

Pho Food Demo, 5:30 p.m., PSU Room 315 

The hospitality leadership department will provide a virtual food demonstration of how to create a mouthwatering Pho dish.   

Learn more about Multicultural Programs