This Tuesday: Filipino American History Month celebration in Oakland
October 27, 2026 •
Mabuhay! The Asian Pacific Islander Staff Association (APISA) wishes all UCOP staff a Happy Filipino — aka Pilipinx — American History Month (FAHM)!
This Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 1-3 p.m., join APISA in the Broadway Conference Center in Oakland for our annual celebration!
Enjoy samples of delicious Filipino food and ice cream as you mingle with colleagues and connect with local Filipino students and organizations. There will also be a drawing for a prize donated by the Golden State Warriors.
No RSVP is needed and all UCOP colleagues are encouraged to attend.
Live performances
- Bay Area Artist RockyG!
- Singer Joel (UC Berkeley ’24)
Special guests and vendors
- Associated Students of the University of California
- Coven of Stitches
- Filipino American National Historical Society
- Kampeon Water
- Lakeside Speakeasy Toastmasters
- Legacy Filipino Martial Arts
- National Federation of Filipino American Associations, Northern California Region
- Office of California Assemblymember Mia Bonta, District 18
- Ramar Foods and Magnolia Ice Cream
- UC Berkeley Pilipinx student organizations
- UC Legal Plants and Bakes
Cheesin with Stephen — aka Stephen Fong, UC Berkeley ’21 — will provide professional photography throughout the event.
The background of FAHM
Since 1992, October has been designated as FAHM by the Filipino American National Historical Society. The month of October holds significance in our history. The first recorded Filipinos arrived in what is now Morro Bay, California, on Oct. 18, 1597 — 429 years ago! This month also commemorates Larry Itliong, born on Oct. 25, 1913, who played a vital role in the United Farm Workers’ Movement in California.
Today, the Filipino American population has grown to over 4.1 million, making it the second-largest Asian American group in the United States. From activism to academia, the arts to public service, Filipino Americans have played a vital role in shaping our society, sharing their vibrant culture, leadership and innovation — all of which continue to contribute to the diverse fabric of the UC experience.
APISA looks forward to honoring the rich history and enduring contributions of the Filipino American community with you all!
For questions, contact UCOP APISA Vice-Chair Melvin Tangonan.
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