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A bit of philanthropy

November 22, 2008 By Northwest Asian Weekly

The Seattle Foundation held a reception at the Wing Luke Asian Museum on Oct. 14. It invited community leaders as part of its community outreach efforts. The Seattle Foundation is an organization that encourages personal philanthropy to improve the quality of life in King County.

Filed Under: Names in the News Tagged With: 2008, King County, Wing Luke Asian Museum, vol 27 no 48 | November 22 - November 28

Successful campaign for McKenna

November 22, 2008 By Northwest Asian Weekly

The Greater Seattle Chinese community celebrated Attorney General Rob McKenna’s re-election campaign Oct. 28 at a dinner at Imperial Garden Restaurant. Organized by one of McKenna’s longtime friends, Bellevue City councilmember Conrad Lee, more than 60 community leaders attended the event to put the final touches on McKenna’s successful campaign.

Filed Under: Names in the News Tagged With: 2008, Bellevue City, Conrad Lee, Imperial Garden Restaurant, vol 27 no 48 | November 22 - November 28

Filipinos commemorate their American history

November 22, 2008 By Northwest Asian Weekly

On Oct. 18, the Seattle University Filipino Alumni Chapter came together for its second annual fall reunion in celebration of Filipino American history month. All SU alumni of Filipino descent were invited back to campus to attend a special mass featuring SU alumnus Deacon Fred Cordova, class of ’52, who gave a special homily on the history of Filipino Americans at Seattle University and in Seattle. The mass was followed by a reunion reception where more than 60 people attended the event.

Filed Under: News, Names in the News Tagged With: 2008, Deacon Fred Cordova, Filipino Americans, SU, Seattle University Filipino Alumni Chapter, communication, reunion, vol 27 no 48 | November 22 - November 28

Only better with time

November 22, 2008 By Northwest Asian Weekly

Gei Chan was a Macy’s model on Oct. 4. She was a winner in Macy’s “Better With Time” educational seminar and fashion show in downtown Seattle.

Filed Under: News, Names in the News Tagged With: 2008, Asian American, Gei Chan, Seattle, vol 27 no 48 | November 22 - November 28

Bridging the Gap a success

November 15, 2008 By Northwest Asian Weekly

The 14th annual MAP Bridging the Gap Breakfast was held Saturday, Oct. 18 at the HUB Ballroom on the UW campus. More than $70,000 was raised for the Multicultural Alumni Partnership (MAP) Endowed Scholarship Fund, which helps economically disadvantaged UW students from diverse backgrounds continue their education.

Filed Under: Names in the News Tagged With: 2008, Carver Gayton, Distinguished Alumnus, Foster School, Kelly Award, Minority Affairs, Sonny Sixkiller, UW, Washington State Human Rights Commission Dolores Sibonga, vol 27 no 47 | November 15 - 21

Rainier Beach Family Center renewed

November 15, 2008 By Northwest Asian Weekly

ARAMARK employee volunteers refurbished the Rainier Beach Family Center on Oct. 16, a program of Atlantic Street Center, one of Seattle’s premier nonprofit organizations. The center’s much-needed programs and services support more than 3,000 multiethnic, low-income families in the central and southeast neighborhoods per year.

Filed Under: Names in the News Tagged With: 2008, ARAMARK, Atlantic Street Center, Seattle, vol 27 no 47 | November 15 - 21

Comings and goings

November 15, 2008 By Northwest Asian Weekly

The Wing Luke Asian Museum welcomes Ethelyn Abellanosa, new deputy director for operations. This is a new position created as part of the museum’s leadership transition. Abellanosa was the associate director for administration and human resources at the Henry Art Gallery, working there for the past 10 years during the Henry’s post-expansion phase.

Filed Under: Names in the News Tagged With: 2008, Ethelyn Abellanosa, Henry Art Gallery, vol 27 no 47 | November 15 - 21

Comings and goings

November 15, 2008 By Northwest Asian Weekly

Naomi Ishisaka is the new communications director for OneAmerica (formerly Hate Free Zone), a leading immigrant advocacy organization in the region. Formerly the editor of ColorsNW Magazine for eight years, Ishisaka will continue her commitment to cover issues of race, diversity and multiculturalism through writing projects as well as speaking to and consulting with organizations interested in diversity, media and social justice issues.

Filed Under: Names in the News Tagged With: 2008, Naomi Ishisaka, vol 27 no 47 | November 15 - 21

Politically active community members

November 15, 2008 By Northwest Asian Weekly

The 2nd annual Racial Justice Campaign Candidate Fundraiser held on Oct. 15th highlighted candidates Vickie Ybarra and Roslynne Reed.

Filed Under: News, Names in the News Tagged With: 2008, Legislative District, Progressive Majority, Racial Justice Campaign Candidate Fundraiser, vol 27 no 47 | November 15 - 21

Veterans’ benefits gets a push forward

November 15, 2008 By Northwest Asian Weekly

U.S. Sen. Daniel K. Akaka, chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs and an honorary chairman of the Japanese American Veterans Association (JAVA), outlined his four-point legislative program designed to ensure veterans get the care and benefits they deserve. Akaka made his remarks at the JAVA quarterly luncheon at the Harvest Moon Restaurant in Falls Church, Va., on Oct. 18.

Filed Under: Names in the News Tagged With: 2008, Falls Church, JAVA, Veterans Affairs, vol 27 no 47 | November 15 - 21

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