Through the Friends of Asian Arts and Cultures, we strive to create a community gathering place for learning, exploration, support and discussion of Asian arts and cultures.
Our current focus is on events in southwestern Michigan, but we hope to expand to the surrounding regions as we grow. If you are interested becoming a member of the Friends of Asian Arts and Cultures, register using this link today!
FAAC Events Information
FAAC Gallery

FAAC Advisory Board
FAAC Original Content
Monkey Around - Asian American Activism and Arts
Author Claire Light (writing as Jadie Jang) discusses the recent tradition of activism across three generations of Asian Americans, and the role creative work has played in our community. She also discusses her new book, which is an urban fantasy taking place in the Bay Area’s Asian American activist community during Occupy Oakland.
FAAC Resources
About the Haenicke Institute for Global Education
Your journey at Western Michigan University is a global one. Through transformative events, immersive classes and experience-driven learning, the Haenicke Institute for Global Education connects Kalamazoo to the world—and the world to Kalamazoo. From fostering academic opportunities to showcasing cultural events and providing K-12 outreach, the Haenicke Institute promotes learning that transcends borders and takes you wherever you want to go.
Global News

WMU faculty head to South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards

Nearly 180 students recognized for global engagement on WMU’s campus

WMU marks its place in international education

Light Center for Chinese Studies launches Spring Guest Lecture Series

Spring Gala to return to Miller Auditorium
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