SDSU Bayanihan, Filipino American Faculty and Staff Association
Mission Statement
With the aim of fostering an inclusive environment, the Bayanihan Filipino American
Faculty and Staff Association is committed to increasing awareness, education, and
promotion of Filipino American culture at SDSU.
Isang Bagsak!
There are five primary objectives of the San Diego State University Filipino American Faculty and Staff Association. These include:
- Contributing to the recruitment of Fil-Am faculty/staff while enhancing career pathways for current Fil-Am faculty/staff.
- Fostering an environment of inclusion for faculty and staff from underrepresented groups.
- Cultivating relationships with the local community that advance the well-being of diverse individuals and communities.
- Celebrating the diversity of the SDSU community through activities that increase awareness, education, and promotion of Filipino American culture.
- Bolstering the Fil-Am pipeline of students to SDSU by strengthening our relationships with A.B. Samahan, SDSU Samahan Filipino American Alumni, and other community and educational partners.
Bayanihan Officer Board 2024-2025
- Chair – Melani Soto, M.A.
- Vice Chair – Lianne Aratea
- Secretary – Matthew H. Garcia, M.A.
- Social Media and Events Manager – Lana Bautista
- Community Liaison – Joanne Rullan
- Kuyate Legacy Advisor – Michael Juan, P.h.D.
For more information please contact us at [email protected].
Are you a community organization interested in partnering with us? Send us an email introducing yourself and share your vision for partnership.
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Don't know if you can join the SDSU Bayanihan ERG? Read our by-laws to determine eligibility.
