Palomar College APAHE and Behavioral Health Counseling Services invite all students to join an AANHPI Wellness & Joy Series held on the following Thursdays in NB-1 (Health Promotion) at the San Marcos campus and on Zoom. No registration required – just show up and join the fun!

Roots & Radiance

Honoring Our Story. Bridging Our Worlds. Embracing Our Joy.

• April 2nd • 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  Building Belonging: Understanding the AANHPI Student Experience: This interactive workshop introduces participants to the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander community by examining cultural identity, campus demographics, and shared experiences. Participants will explore common challenges such as navigating family expectations, cultural pressures, and mental health stigma while also learning about resources and spaces that support AANHPI student success.
• April 23 • 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  A Seat at the Table: Bridging Our Worlds – In honor of AANHPI Month, we’re heading to the heart of our homes. Let’s talk about navigating family dynamics and cultural expectations while building a bridge between our heritage and our campus lives.
• May 7 • 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  Cultivating Gratitude and Self-Compassion– As the semester winds down, we will explore how gratitude is expressed within AANHPI cultures while focusing on the most resilient thing we can do: being kind to ourselves. Practice tools for gratitude and self-compassion that allow your inner radiance to thrive through finals and beyond.

These workshops are facilitated by BHCS counselor Alison Ratermann, ASW and presented by AANHPI Initiatives. For inquiries, contact Dr. Angela Kong at akong@palomar.edu.