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Saturday, May 3, 2008

University of Arizona Asian Pacific American Student Affairs Honors Filipino-American Graduates



The program honors its students, history and supporters during Lotus Laureate graduate recognition night.

By University of Arizona Communications

Graduating University of Arizona Asian Pacific Americans were recognized Saturday at the 15th annual Lotus Laureate Graduate Recognition Night.

The convocation ceremony, held in the Student Union Memorial Center, was presented by Asian Pacific American Student Affairs. APASA is part of the UA’s Multicultural Affairs and Student Success, consisting of programs that promote student success and work to make the UA community welcoming to everyone.

Cecilia Lou-Alter was honored for having served as APASA’s founding assistant director. In addition, the event honored Jacqueline Mok, vice provost for academic affairs for her support of the Asian Pacific American community. Mok recently was named vice president and chief of staff, a position she will begin on July 1.

The evening – with a theme of “Leaving a Legacy through Our Success” – included a formal dinner, award presentations, guest speakers, cultural performances and the personal recognition of each graduate in attendance.

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