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The African Students Association (ASA) of Johns Hopkins University comprises a group of students of African and non-African descent dedicated to the education of the Hopkins community at large of the different cultures that comprise the African continent. ASA also provides a network of support for African students at Johns Hopkins and serves as a source of information for any member of the Johns Hopkins University community interested in learning about Africa. The African Students Association is a service as well as social organization which aims to rid misconceptions concerning Africa through education.

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The Arab Students Union (ASU) of Johns Hopkins University is a student group of Arab and non-Arab students dedicated to building a supportive Arab community at Hopkins and educating the general Hopkins body about Arab nationalities and cultures in order to increase cultural awareness and diversity on campus.

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The purpose of The Black American Heritage Group is to educate the student body on the cultural aspects of Black American people, raise awareness about issues that affect the Black American community, establish solidarity amongst those who identify as Black American, and initiate involvement in the greater Black American community.

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A. To stimulate Black unity, respect, and self-consciousness
B. To provoke awareness of local, national, and international issues of interest to the Black community.
C. To participate in the social and political aspects of the Black community.
D. To serve as an organizational base from which the concerns and needs of Black students can be addressed in the most efficient manner possible.

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Our mission is to promote a sense of community among Hopkins' students that identify as Brazilian or are of Brazilian heritage, as well as to bring awareness of Brazilian culture to the JHU community through various events.

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To create a community for Canadian students to meet and interact with each other, as well as a platform to share Canadian culture with the rest of the Hopkins community.

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The Caribbean Cultural Society aims to foster unity and cultural awareness among Caribbean students, faculty, and staff, and the larger Hopkins community through social, educational, and cultural programming showcasing the rich culture of the islands. We strive to provide a support network for entering Caribbean students in order to ease the transition into Hopkins and serve as a resource for any member of the Johns Hopkins University community interested in learning about the Caribbean.

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The Johns Hopkins Chinese Student's Association (CSA) aims to promote the awareness, understanding, and appreciation of Chinese culture among Johns Hopkins students through public events. In addition, CSA fosters a supportive social and cultural environment in order to encourage cohesion and unity of the Chinese student body. CSA welcomes students of all ethnic backgrounds to participate.

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The mission of Club Colombia, the Colombian Student Association at The Johns Hopkins University, is to foster a safe environment for all Hopkins undergraduate students to celebrate Colombian culture and identities. In addition, the organization aims to expose the Hopkins community to various important aspects of Colombian society, including current events, politics, economics, social initiatives, and environmental issues, among many others. Finally, the organization will work toward connecting members with the Latinx and/or South American community in Baltimore through volunteering opportunities or other events.

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-Celebrating Colombian culture through food, music, dances, and other traditions
-Staying up to date with Colombian political, cultural and economic affairs
-Speaker events with important Colombian figures
-Volunteering opportunities with the South American Community in Baltimore

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The Washington Metropolitan Area has the largest population of Ethiopians and Eritreans in the nation; however, these two groups are underrepresented on the Johns Hopkins University campus. EESA seeks to bridge the gap between the strong local Ethiopian and Eritrean community and the JHU community. Through cultural awareness, education, service, and camaraderie, EESA aims to provide a safe haven for its members as well as JHU students interested in learning about the culture.

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Mabuhay and welcome to the FSAmily - the Filipino Students Association at Johns Hopkins University. We aim to promote the culture of the Philippines through dance, food, and advocacy while building a sense of community for those interested in Pilinx / PilAm culture and history.

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HSC provides a forum for JHU students to learn more about the ideals and practices of Hinduism, through weekly prayer, holiday celebrations, and community outreach. HSC not only aims to foster peace, harmony, and spiritual progress through Hinduism, but also embraces all religions as paths towards universal spirituality.

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Members help organize events such as Diwali Dhamaka and Holi and also participate in our social and service events.

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Inter-Asian Council (IAC) is the umbrella organization for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) clubs on campus and serves as a medium for APIDA groups at Hopkins to collaborate and to work together towards shared goals and causes. Past events have involved showcases/campaigns that promote discussion of APIDA identity and challenges facing the APIDA community, collaborations with other groups (such as the Black Student Union) to build solidarity both within the pan-Asian and greater Hopkins communities, performances featuring prominent pan-Asian entertainers, and pan-Asian cultural events.

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Board members of IAC are expected to meet on a weekly basis (on Tuesdays) to discuss future events and collaboration with other organizations. Members in IAC also have complete freedom to express their interest in any APIDA related event/topic and are highly encouraged to start their own project/initiative with support from the rest of the board. There are ample opportunities for all members of IAC to gain leadership experience through event programming and outreach with other multicultural organizations on campus. Within IAC, members are encouraged to network through organized socials, coffee dates, and outings.

Read more about what our IAC members have to say:
"I love my IAC family! Everyone brings so much passion and dedication to our mission. Being a part of IAC makes me feel like I'm making a difference at Hopkins." -- Samantha Chun, Class of 2021

"IAC has been one of the most rewarding experiences I've had at Hopkins. I've had the opportunity to learn so much by engaging with people from all types of backgrounds and experiences." -- Paul Lam, Class of 2022

"As a member of IAC since my FRESHMAN year, I have really seen IAC grow through the work of all of its members. There is no organization on this campus that has shown more passion and initiatives to bring awareness to important issues within our community. I can say that I love everyone in IAC and I look forward to meeting new members every year!" -- Jun Yang, Class of 2021

"IAC honestly makes up one of the best organizations that anyone could ask for, and it has definitely been my surrogate university family. They have taught me so much and have been so supportive in my college career, and I can't wait to welcome our new members!" -- Michael Lan, Class of 2021

"Inter-Asian Council has, hands down, been the most impactful organization of my college experience. Growing up, I struggled most of my life with self-acceptance and embracement of my APIDA identity. However, because of IAC, I have been given a space to reflect on my own identity and meet so many motivated individuals who care about engaging within and beyond the APIDA community." - Alisha Chen, Class of 2021

"IAC is a group of highly-committed individuals who aren't afraid to take on bold approaches or address difficult topics. At the same time, we're a fun bunch and treat each other like family"- Joyce Wang, Class of 2022

"IAC is like my second family at Hopkins. Not only are members welcoming and friendly, but they are also so passionate about issues in the APIDA community." -- Edward Yin, Class of 2021

"As an umbrella organization, IAC has been the link that connects me to the Southeast Asian community. Those connections definitely made my transition to college a lot smoother because I quickly found peers who share similar stories to mine." -- Khue Vo, Class of 2023

"Being part of IAC has been really fun and informative because I've gotten to meet people from so many different backgrounds working together to educate others about both APIDA issues and culture" -- Isabel Veloso, 2023

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InterVarsity is a multiethnic, interdenominational group of students learning what it means to follow Jesus at Hopkins.

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As the Johns Hopkins Iranian Cultural Society, we seek to spread awareness of the rich cultural values and celebrations that encapsulate Iranian culture to the Johns Hopkins community. Particularly in today's political climate, it is pivotal that we educate others of a widely misunderstood, underrepresented nation in a socially inclusive manner.

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The Japanese American Student Association (JASA) strives to provide fun and informational activities for students who are interested in Japanese culture and language. While many of our members are ethnically Japanese, we maintain total inclusivity, and non-Japanese students who are bilingual, learning the language, or who simply enjoy the culture are encouraged to join. JASA activities include cooking and eating Japanese food, watching Japanese films, going to D.C. for Japanese festivals, and meeting Japanese organizations from other areas.

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Our mission is to bring together Jewish Student Athletes in a culturally familiar environment for Shabbat, to support each other in athletic competition, and to talk about athletic events such as the Maccabiah games.

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The French Club is a foreign language club designed to promote and support the awareness and appreciation of French language and cultures. We strive to enhance an understanding of Francophone cultures, not only in Europe but also in Africa, Asia and America. We work to create a venue outside of the classroom where students, faculty and other non-JHU affiliates of all levels of proficiency can convene to practice their French and converse about the language and events in the francophone world with respect and open-mindedness.

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Membership is open to all and very informal, allowing anyone who is interested to learn about the French Language and Francophone cultures in a casual setting.

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The Johns Hopkins University (JHU) German Club is the primary vehicle through which members of the Hopkins community can express their appreciation for the German language and culture and interface with similarly-motivated individuals. It is also a platform for everyone to learn and grow on their path of language acquisition and culture appreciation.

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The Johns Hopkins Hellenic Students Association is a cultural organization whose primary goal is to promote the Greek heritage of its students, on campus and off, and to help them connect with each other (but all students are welcome to come learn about Greek culture!) The Hellenic Students Association also strives to offer an environment where Greek students can form a community, share their interests and knowledge, interact, and grow.

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Knotty by Nature is a natural hair club that focuses on the empowerment of natural hair among the African-American community. KBN serves to foster a community among Johns Hopkins UniversityÔÇÖs students, faculty, and staff regardless of gender, race, or ethnic origins to promote the education and open dialogue of the struggles men and women may face because of their natural hair. Furthermore, KBN will serve to empower all individuals to embrace their natural hair.

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The mission of the JHU Korean-American Student Association is to provide an inclusive and educational community for those interested in Korean-American culture. We also seek to share, advocate for, and raise awareness of Korean-American issues and culture on campus.

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General Body Members are commitment-free and can attend all meetings at their leisure. Committee members are responsible for attending at least 80% of General Body Meetings each semester and volunteering at two or more events per semester. Benefits of becoming a committee member include KASA merch, the opportunity to participate in weekly Executive Board meetings, and eligibility to apply for Executive Board in the upcoming school year.

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The Johns Hopkins University Korean Students Association exists to support the political, cultural and social needs of its members and the university community, and support outside awareness and understanding of both the Korean and Korean-American community against discrimination. In order to meet such goals, the KSA provides a framework through which students of both Korean and non-Korean descent can communicate, celebrate the Korean culture, and gather in a mutually encouraging and enforcing social community.

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Johns Hopkins Korean Students Association represents Korean-American and Korean International Students at the Johns Hopkins University. JHU KSA hosts social, cultural, and academic events, which are open to everyone who attends JHU. The main goals of KSA are to promote Korean culture, providing a network of support system for Korean students of JHU, and strengthen relationships amongst the Korean students at JHU. If you are interested or have any questions regarding KSA, please attend one of our meetings or email us at johnshopkinsksa@gmail.com. Thank you!

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Welcome to the Mexican American Student Association! Our purpose is to celebrate Mexican heritage and culture at Johns Hopkins University while educating the wider Hopkin's community through different events during the school year. Our goal is to create a club where all are welcome regardless of their background.

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At Johns Hopkins University, OLÉ strives to create a positive inclusive environment that promotes the history, culture, and intellectual contributions of Latin America. In pursuit of the advocacy of Latino heritage, OLÉ addresses and vocalizes local and national issues as a means to integrate, engage and empower students. It aims to bring the Latinx/Hispanic community together not only on campus but within the Baltimore community.

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To be added to the campus groups just join the slack and say hello in general or introduce yourself in the #intros chat! https://join.slack.com/t/oletalk/shared_invite/zt-1g3vmi5mv-okW3ehlJXSHJ54lA4fPK3w

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The purpose of the Pakistani Student Association is to foster a sense of community amongst Pakistani-identifying individuals. Through hosting events and curating programming, the Pakistani Student Association intends to facilitate identity development and allow students the space to build relationships, share their cultural experiences, and connect with their Pakistani identity. The PSA also aims to build allyship and solidarity with other culturally-based organizations and cultural leaders to strengthen intra-cultural and intra-cultural collaboration amongst our members.

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The purpose of the Puerto Rican Student Association is to expose the Hopkins community to Puerto Rican culture through events highlighting Puerto Rico's cuisine, traditional festivities, music and dance.

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Events on campus include bake sales and fundraisers with typical Puerto Rican foods and to benefit the Puerto Rican and latin community. Other events are parties that imitate different celebrations from across the island such as the Discovery of Puerto Rico, Three Kings, Day and the San Sebastian Street Festival. Members will get access to these events, access to dinners with traditional cuisine, and more!