APID Heritage Month Kick-Off

Date/Time: Thursday, May 1, 12pm – 2pm
Location: LAC, A Quad (between Bldg. A and E. Carson St.)

The Kick-Off event is designed to open the month’s festivities/activities by bringing the campus community together in a celebratory fashion to enjoy food, music, entertainment, and curated resources. 

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Drag Bingo with Tia Wanna Ross

Date/Time: Friday, May 2, 5pm – 7pm
Location: LAC, Bldg. P Courtyard & P-113

Coordinated by Student Life & LGBTQIA+ Workgroup

Join us for an a fun and campy evening of Drag Bingo with our stunning host Tia Wanna Ross. Get your bingo cards ready for drag, prizes, and fun!! Click here for more details.

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Know Your Rights, Right Now!

Date/Time: Wednesday, May 7, 12:30pm – 2pm
Location: LAC, T-1300

Coordinated by Ethnic Studies

Join us for a roundtable discussion exploring how we can better support our migrant and immigrant APID communities. This event will center the work of non-profit organizations who will share strategies for supporting undocumented students and employees, highlight local resources, and discuss collaborative approaches to more liberated futures for our APID communities. Click here for more details. 

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MANA Idol

Date/Time: Thursday, May 8, 5pm – 7pm
Location: LAC, B-206A (SJIC)

Coordinated by the SJIC & Mana Program

Students, staff, and faculty will have the opportunity to participate in a friendly karaoke competition, either performing a song of their choice or singing just for fun! At the end of the event, those who wish to compete for a spot on the MANA Idol Trophy will be judged by an audience applause meter. 

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Discover the Value of Internships

Date/Time: Monday, May 12, 12pm – 1:30pm
Location: LAC, B-206A (SJIC)

Coordinated by the Mana Program & Career Center

Join the Career Center, MANA Program, and OCAPICA (OC Asian Pacific Islander Community’s Alliance) for an engaging session designed to help APID students explore internship opportunities and gain valuable insights on navigating career pathways. Learn how to build your experience with culturally responsive support—plus, enjoy food and refreshments as you connect with your community! Click here for more details, and RSVP here!

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Sip N Paint

Date/Time: Thursday, May 15, 2pm – 4pm
Location: LAC, M-114

Coordinated by Transfer Center

The Sip N Paint workshop series is designed to provide the campus community with an opportunity to engage their creative sides while sharing space with good people. All participants are provided with a canvas, paints, and other materials to unwind while enjoying artistic expression, good company, food, and sparkling cider. 

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Sip N Science

Date/Time: TBD
Location: TBD

Coordinated by Math & Science

The Sip N Science workshop series is designed to engage the LBCC community in science, to show that it is fun and interesting for everyone through non-technical, science-themed talks that anyone can understand. 

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Moana 2 Film Screening

Date/Time: Tuesday, May 20, 2pm – 4pm
Location: TTC Student Union

Coordinated by ASB & Student Life

Set sail with us for a special screening of Moana 2, where Moana journeys to the far seas of Oceania after receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors. Come enjoy the rich storytelling and culture with your community! 

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APID Cultural Show: Roots to Runway – A Cultural Celebration

Date/Time: Tuesday, May 20, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Location: LAC, T-1200

Coordinated by Mana Program & APID Student-Led Organizations

Celebrate the vibrant diversity of the Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi communities at our APID Cultural Show, featuring a fashion show, live performances, student photographers, and community organization booths. Join us in honoring heritage, creativity, and care through culture—and help support our APID community food drive! RSVP here!