Filipino American History Month

October is Filipino American History Month (FAHM), commemorating the first recorded presence of Filipinos in America in October 1587. According to the Filipino American National History Society, the month raises awareness of Filipinos' significant roles in American history. FAHM was established in 1992; and in 2009 under President Barack Obama, October was officially declared Filipino American History Month by the United States Congress.

ASUCLA contacted a handful of Filipino clubs on campus for FAHM. The following information was provided by those who have responded by publication date; however, this is a partial list of Filipino clubs, organizations and communities at UCLA. For details on the full list of Filipino organizations, click here. 

Samahang Pilipino

Samahang Pilipino (SP) is UCLA's oldest and largest Filipino organization. SP has five entities that support the diverse needs within the PilipinoX community such as inclusivity for queer-identifying members and allies, promoting access to higher education and more. There is Samahang Pilipino Education and Retention (SPEAR), Samahang Pilipino Advancing Community Empowerment (SPACE), Samahang Pilipino Cultural Night (SPCN), Kabalikat Kore (KK) and the board. To explore Samahang Pilipino at UCLA, click here to visit their Instagram. 

Pilipinos for Community Health (PCH)

Pilipinos for Community Health (PCH) at UCLA, established in 1989, aims to provide health services and education to under-resourced communities in Los Angeles and the Philippines. PCH has two main branches: Community Outreach, and Student Resources and Internal Affairs. To learn more about Pilipinos for community health, click here for the PCH website.

Pilipino Transfer Student Partnership (PTSP)

PTSP is focused on supporting and building community among Filipino transfer students. However, the club is open to all students. The club hosts general meetings, socials and mentorship programs for members. Click here to visit their website. 

Events this fall  

Alex Rayo, a member of Samahang Pilipino and Pilipinos for Community Health, shares some exciting club events happening this fall. From the first Samahang General meeting, a chance to form new friendships, to mentorship opportunities for students in the Filipino community, there is much to look forward to in the quarter. Click the button below to learn more details and explore events.