AACRAO Asian American and Pacific Islander Caucus

Mission Statement

AACRAO's Asian American and Pacific Islander Caucus strives to provide a communal space for members who are ready to discuss issues, developments and initiatives for individuals of Asian and Pacific Islander descent in higher education.

With goals to educate other members about the history, contributions and concerns of Asian American and Pacific Islanders, this caucus is open to all members.


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Meet the members



  • Chris Huang AAPI Bio
  • Michelle Weller AAPI Bio
  • Tricia Ryan AAPI Bio
  • Rajeev Jayadeva AAPI Bio
  • Quentin Law Phu AAPI Bio
  • Keiko Broomhead AAPI Bio
  • Adam Burgess AAPI Bio
  • Albertha Schmid AAPI Bio
  • Lauren Kim AAPI Bio
  • Linda Lieu AAPI Bio
  • Nancy Umphres AAPI Bio
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Leadership

Asian American and Pacific Islander Caucus Co-Chair

Linda Lieu Headshot
Linda Lieu, Assistant Registrar of Student Records and Graduation | University of Pittsburgh

Jessica Gonzalez

Jessica Gonzalez, Records Evaluator | Purdue University Global

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Updates & Events


AACRAO's AAPI Caucus issues statement of solidarity with the Black Caucus in light of Derek Chauvin's verdict

"The AACRAO AAPI Caucus is relieved by the verdict of officer Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. George Floyd’s life mattered. It is our hope that the verdict is a step towards true justice and exposes the very real imbalance of how people of color are treated in this country. However, the work is not done, as evidenced by the tragic news of Ma’Khia Bryant’s young life taken away moments before the verdict was read. We will continue to stand with those who press on to seek justice and racial reconciliation in this country."

3/29/2021 Tricia Ryan, Chair of the AAPI Caucus, and Mike Reilly, Executive Director, AACRAO, address #AACRAO2021 attendees.

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No Apologies: An Asian American Leadership Blindspot

May 15, 2023

Understand how varied approaches, viewpoints, and methods can be effective leadership tools, even when they go against common advice.

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Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month

May 1, 2023

Discover new ways to celebrate AAPI Heritage month in 2023.

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Meet the New AACRAO Accessibility Task Force

May 1, 2023

Meet the newest members of AACRAO's Accessibility Task Force.

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Live from #AACRAO2023: Breaking the Barriers of Microaggressions as an Institutional Norm

Mar 31, 2023

Recognizing and understanding how to address microaggressions in the workplace.

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Live from #AACRAO2023: Improving Outcomes for Students with Disabilities in Higher Education

Mar 31, 2023

Improving outcomes for students with disabilities in higher education through state legislation.

AACRAO Research

Programs and/or Mentors for Newly Admitted Students: January 2022 | 60-Second Survey

Programs and/or Mentors for Newly Admitted Students: January 2022 | 60-Second Survey

This 60-Second Survey analyzes the value and availability of mentor and support programs for newly admitted students.

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Mentoring
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Registrars' Office Staffing Size & Primary Responsibilities: November 2021 | 60-Second Survey

Registrars' Office Staffing Size & Primary Responsibilities: November 2021 | 60-Second Survey

This 60 Second Survey focuses on registrars' office staff size and responsibilities; it discusses the opportunity to work remotely, vacancies, and the level of difficulty in filling the positions.

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covid-19
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Institutional Practices Impeding Undergraduate Student Advancement - Part 2

Institutional Practices Impeding Undergraduate Student Advancement - Part 2

A national survey of administrative hold policy and practice answering: 1) How and why are holds used? and 2) What are the impacts on students and institutions?

Re-Envisioning Transfer
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Institutional Practices Impeding Undergraduate Student Advancement Report

Institutional Practices Impeding Undergraduate Student Advancement Report

How and why are holds used? What are the impacts on students and institutions?

Re-Envisioning Transfer
Registration & Records
Research
Transcripts
Transfer
Administrative Hold
Registrar Career Profile Report

Registrar Career Profile Report

This report was made possible by the more than 700 U.S. registrars who participated in our survey.

Career Profiles
Professional Development and Contributions to the Field
Registration & Records
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