Spring Gala 2025

Thank you to the nearly 900 patrons and volunteers who joined us on March 22 for the Spring Gala, making it an unforgettable evening celebrating the beauty of Asian culture and championing diversity, peace and love in Kalamazoo. 

We held hands-on cultural activities for all ages will start at 4:30 p.m. There were also informational booths for patrons to learn more about Western Michigan University's (WMU) international community and the Haenicke Institute's campus and community outreach. 

Hosted by the Haenicke Institute for Global Education's Asian Initiatives, this year's Spring Gala promises a vibrant showcase of Asian artistry, culture and community spirit.  WMU Trustee Lynn L. Chen-Zhang will be the evening's emcee.

Spring Gala 2025 featured:

• Moving scenes from the Peking opera performed by award-winning actress Linghui Tu and actor Suosen Lv.
• Performances by the Kalamazoo Junior Symphony Orchestra and the Kalamazoo Children’s Chorus
• Inspiring dance and fashion acts presented by the students and staff of WMU, Kalamazoo Public Schools, the Kalamazoo Chinese Academy and other local Asian American organizations
• The retelling of traditional nursery rhymes in Chinese by students of Comstock Early Learning Academy 

Check back in next year for the 2026 Spring Gala!