MAFAsummer 2015

DEAR JOANNA,

“We really want to get to know

you guys.”

ICYMI: SUMMER LEADERSHIP

RETREAT & UT FAA’S CEDAR

POINT TRIP SAY HELLO TO THE NEW EXECUTIVE BOARD

KEEPING UP WITH THE PHILIPPINESUp-to-date pop culture news and random facts about The Philippines

newsletter

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To all the students out there, welcome back to school! It’s that time of year again when you reunite with your respective orgs and recruit some new faces into the MAFAsphere. On the other hand, a huge shoutout to the MAFAlumni who continue to show their MAFA love and also inspire us out in the real world. To my readers, I hope you enjoy the first Newsletter of the 2015-2016 school year.

Without a doubt, I am way more than excited to serve as your new Secretary. In addition to this, I am extremely honored to be Robert Delfin’s successor and plan to make him proud as a fellow Spartan (We’re both St. Francis High School alumni from suburbia, Illinois. Typical, right?). I’d also like to give a huge shout out to our Media Master Jessa Kellie for making this Newsletter look as cool as it does. Without her creative skills, it wouldn’t look anything like this and would probably be boring so mad props to her.

One thing is for sure: this upcoming year definitely has a lot in store for all of you. The Newsletter is the best way to keep the MAFAsphere updated and I plan to do that and more. If anyone ever wants to be featured in the Newsletter please contact me even if it’s just to advertise a super fire mixtape. Remember, we all are here to support each other in every way. MAFA is an organization that we are privileged to be a part of. Because of this, we should take advantage of the resources around us. The Newsletter gives us the chance to voice out our own opinions and thoughts, especially as a Filipino-American in the Midwest.

Never forget your roots, ladies and gentlemen. And don’t let the world ever stop you from being who you are. As Nas once said, “You can never forget where you come from, no matter how far you go.”

Hey wassup hello!Hey wassup hello!

Always keep it real, Steph4

Say Hello to the New Executive Board

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Go-To Snack: Pinipig Polvoron

Most Interesting Fact About You: I’ve never lived in one place for longer than 4 years.

You die tomorrow. What would you do today?: Have one last party with all my friends and family.

Social Media: Facebook: /e.j.bagtas Twitter: ebagtas_ Instagram: ejdcb Snapchat: chilipinoedge

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Go-To Snack: Chocolate

Most Interesting Fact About You: I have back dimples!

You die tomorrow. What would you do today?: Spend it with my loved ones.

Social Media: Facebook/Spotify: /joanna.ramos Twitter/Instagram/Snapchat/Tumblr: joannamariramos

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Go-To Snack: Instant Ramen

Most Interesting Fact About You: I have a wiener dog named Longganissa.

You die tomorrow. What would you do today?: Attend a Kendrick concert, eat every kind of seafood, and visit Japan or somewhere bougie like Paris or Rome.

Social Media: Facebook: /ronald.ilagan.98 Twitter/Instagram: ronnyillzSnapchat: r.illzSpotify: Ronald Ilagan

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President Joanna RamosPurdue University (PFA)

Pharmaceutical SciencesClass of 2017

VPI EJ Bagtas

Saint Louis University (FSA)Pre-Dental Public Health | Biology

Class of 2016

VPE Ronald Ilagan

Michigan State University (PASS) Health and Society

Class of 2016

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Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Go-To Snack: Cheese Sticks or Muffins

Most Interesting Fact About You: I collect Power Rangers merchandise, Pop! Vinyls, and Amiibos fervently!

You die tomorrow. What would you do today?: Tell that one person how much I love them. And also make myself comfortable in like a bed of puppies surrounded by cute babies so that I die happy.

Social Media: Facebook/Twitter/Xanga: /rowrowrowan Instagram/Snapchat: rquinain MySpace: Thrashmeister Nintendo Network ID: rquinain825 GaiaOnline: hsmloverlovesred144

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Go-To Snack: Snap Pea Crisps (or any chips)

Most Interesting Fact About You: I once swallowed a quarter.

You die tomorrow. What would you do today?: Eat, adventure, and chill with the people I love the most.

Social Media: Facebook/Spotify: /steph.olives Twitter/Instagram/Snapchat/Soundcloud: stephQoh Tumblr: scqorpioh

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Go-To Snack: Crab Rangoons

Most Interesting Fact About You: I can eat almost anything, just not kiwis.

You die tomorrow. What would you do today?: Be with the people I love.

Social Media: Facebook/Spotify: /audreygomez345 Instagram/Tumblr: audface345 Snapchat: baudreygo1013

Treasurer Rowan Quinain

Loyola University (Kapwa) International Studies | Political Science

Class of 2016

Secretary Steph Oliveros

Saint Louis University (FSA) Pre-Med Biology | Spanish Minor

Class of 2016

Events Coordinator Audrey Gomez

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (PSA)

Bioengineering | Class of 2017

Don’t Be Shy,Hit Us up!

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Go-To Snack: Macarons

Most Interesting Fact About You: My brother and I have twin telepathy even though we aren’t twins.

You die tomorrow. What would you do today?: Tell everyone I care about I love them and spend time with everyone and also eat an awesome expensive meal.

Social Media: Facebook/Spotify: /ayrie.gomez Twitter: ayriegomezInstagram: _ayrieSnapchat: ay.gomez

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Go-To Snack: Leftovers

Most Interesting Fact About You: I go to UIUC.

You die tomorrow. What would you do today?: Meet Taylor Swift or die tryin.

Social Media: Facebook: /Justin.Sumait Twitter: svmait Instagram: Jf0rJustin Maple Story: AwkwafLna - Broa level 120 AB, AlmightyS0sa - Bera level 70 Xenon

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Go-To Snack: Chocolate

Most Interesting Fact About You: I was on television in The Philippines.

You die tomorrow. What would you do today?: Hang with the fam and homies.

Social Media: Facebook: /jessa.kellie Instagram: jessakellie Twitter: jakillem Snapchat: Aygroll Soundcloud/LinkedIn: Jessa Kellie

Co-Outreach Ayrie Gomez

Loyola University (Kapwa) Advertising and Public Relations

Class of 2016

Co-Outreach Justin Sumait

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (PSA)Accounting | Class of 2016

Media Master Jessa Kellie

THE Ohio State University (PSA) Fashion & Retail Studies | Vis. Com.

Class of 2016

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FUN FACT:The Philippine flag is extremely unique because the way it is flown indicates the nation’s state. Normally, the blue part is seen above the red part. However if the country is at war, the flag is turned upside down with the red part on top. The Philippines is the only country in the world that uses its flag to convey a message. Make sure you hang up your flag the right way!

Source: Philippines (Cultures of the World)

TAGALOG LESSON:English: “Come here.”

Tagalog: “Halika dito.”

Taglish pick up line:

“Halika dito right quick.”

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POPULAR SONG OF THE PHILIPPINES:Tadhana by Up Dharma DownCLICK IMAGE TO RIGHT TO GIVE A LISTEN

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POPULAR MOVIE OF THE PHILIPPINES:

FILIPINO CELEBRITY:

Xian Lim

Occupation: Actor, Model, Singer

Birthday: July 12th, 1989

Thirsty?

Check out his Instagram

fan page: @xianlimm

What event(s) do you encourage MAFA members to attend? When?We will be having our annual banquet to celebrate Filipino American Heritage Month on October 17th!!! We hope to see many faces again!

How does your organization and school stand out in the MAFAsphere?We are the school that hosts Cedar Point Weekend which was originally known as the MAFA picnic.

How can MAFA members stay updated with your organization?

UTFAA.weebly.comIf you have any questions, email us at utoledofaa@gmail.com

Anything else to tell MAFA members?We would like to thank everybody who came out to our Cedar Point weekend that took place on August 14-16. We enjoyed meeting everyone that came, it was definitely a memorable time. We hope to see everyone again soon!

What are your school colors and mascot?Tower Blue/Rocket Gold, Rocky

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One word to describe UT Faa:

family

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ICYMI, summerleadershipretreat

In case you missed it, the Summer Leadership Retreat kicked off on June 26th to June 28th this year and was hosted by the spectacular UMich FASA. Representatives from many MAFA schools attended this retreat in order to get a better understanding of becoming prospective leaders for their own organizations. The new executive board definitely had a blast taking over, but it was also bittersweet for our previous board members. Despite this, it was still a great bonding experience for everyone. Thank you to all who attended and a special thank you to FASA for hosting and showing us around the wonders of Ann Arbor.

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Thank You UMICH FASA

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What event(s) do you encourage MAFA members to attend? When?St. Cloud FASA Filipino Night, this will be our first Filipino Night. We are excited yet nervous. WOOT WOOT!!

How does your organization and school stand out in the MAFAsphere?We are the one of the very few schools that attend to two of MAFA big conference in one year FACT and MFAS Summit.

How can MAFA members stay updated with your organization?

Be in touch with us at:Fasa@stcloudstate.edu

Anything else to tell MAFA members?We are looking forward to see MAFamilies at our very first Filipino Night.

What are your school colors and mascot?Red, Black, White, Husky

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One word to describe St. Cloud Fasa:

cool

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UT FAA's Cedar Point Trip

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In case you missed it, UT FAA hosted their annual Cedar Point trip on August 14th - August 16th. A large number of MAFA members attended representing over 10 schools! On behalf of all the attendees, MAFA would like to say a huge thank you to UT FAA for hosting such a fun event and housing so many of us. Everyone was able to get a sense of the family that FAA is during this weekend and definitely enjoyed the adventures at Toledo and Cedar Point.

ICYMI,

Thank You UT FAA

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Like this tank? Want one?Lucky for you, they’re now on sale!

Purchase a tank through the link below along with more details. You’ll be able to pick up your order at FACT 2015.

Click Here to Purchase17

RULES: This challenge consists of the ultimate cultural bucket list. In order to complete this, your organization will have to compete against other MAFA organizations in order to create the most creative, fun and cultural posts performing these following activities on social media. The only rules are to add the hashtag “#FilABucketList” and tag @wearemafa to the post.

HOW TO WIN: The organization that submits the most posts on this list while expressing creativity will be recognized by MAFA Board at FACT and will not only receive bragging rights, but also a prize.

DEADLINE: We will accept all entries before Sunday, November 1, at 12:00 AM CST. Game on!

1. Share an Asian-American news issue on the MAFA members page.

2. Cook and/or eat any cultural dish.

3. Sing the Philippine National Anthem. (sing at least 5 lines please.)

4. Perform a cultural dance.

5. Make a creative post of the Filipino flag. (there does not have to be an actual flag present.)

6. Play a cultural game with your organization.

7. Decorate your campus, MAFA style. (please decorate legally.)

8. Show us how you Otso Otso.

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Dear mafa,

Sincerely, Joanna

Hi MAFA Sphere!

I hope you guys had a good start to the school year! For those who haven’t started yet, I hope you guys DO have a good start to the school year.

To formally introduce myself, I’m Joanna Ramos, your president for the 2015-2016 academic year and I’m more than excited to be serving on MAFA board this year with a great group of individuals that share the same vision and passion for MAFA.

We have many things planned for you all this year and we highly encourage you and your organization to take advantage of all of it because it’s only for your benefit. We want to see you grow whether that’s personally, professionally, or culturally! Let us be a helpful resource.

Don’t be afraid to reach out to me or anyone else on board! We really want to get to know you guys. I promise, we’re all easy to approach. MAFA is a community that we want you all to feel comfortable in.

This Newsletter series created by our Secretary and Media Master will be released monthly and will contain updates from the MAFA sphere including recent and upcoming events, school spotlights, and current Philippine, Asian, or Asian-American news. This is a great way for you all to keep yourself up to date with all things MAFA!

The rest of MAFA board and I look forward to hearing from you all! Here’s to a great year!!

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upcoming events in the MAFAsphereOctober:

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SLU FSA’s Multicultural Formal

SLU FSA’s Halo Halo Night

UT FAA’s Philippine Cultural Night

OSU PSA’s Barrio

PSA Minnesota’s Halo Halo Night

UMich FASA’s Philippine Cultural Night

SLU FSA’s Simbang Gabi

IMPORTANT: In order for us to advertise your event, please fill out the Google Doc that was sent out by our Event Coordinator, Audrey Gomez!

UIUC PSA’s FACT

ISU APAC’s Cultural Showcase

MSU PASS’s Philippine Cultural Night

Marquette Bayanihan’s Fashion Show

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Make sure to like the Midwest Association of Filipino Americans Like Page!

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also follow:

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