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Hello hellooo NWFASA!

Event day is almost here, in fact, it’s tomorrow!  Come out and join all your fellow Alliance members this Saturday to experience a night of entertainment at Central Washington University (CWU).  This years Filipino Culture Night will showcase the various talents within our very own NWFASA family, meaning…it’s going to be AMAZING!  If you per-ordered your tickets, be sure to check those emails for CWU has sent important information regarding your attendance.

Additionally, we will also be having our February Alliance meeting prior to the event at 2pm.  If you plan on attending, please allow yourself enough time for travel so that we can start the meeting on time.

//Parking// Suggested lots; I-15, I-18, I-9, H-15, H-18, G-16, N-19, or N-20. Parking is free on the weekends, but be sure to keep an eye out for “Staff Only” signs.

Information (Mtg.) Date: February 2, 2013 Location: 400 E. University Way Ellensburg, WA 98926 | Black Hall, Room 202 Time: 2:00pm Event: Facebook Agenda: Google Docs Campus Map: YOU ARE HERE

Information (FCN) Date: February 2, 2013 Location: 400 E. University Way Ellensburg, WA 98926 | CWU Student Union Rec Center, Theatre Room 210 Time: 4:30pm Price: General Admission $5 ($3 with non-perishable food item) | NWFASA $3 Event: Facebook Website: CWU FASA

See you all tomorrow! Your NWFASA Exec. Board

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Hey there NWFASA crew!

I hope everyone is off to a good start this year! To ensure that you get the most out your month, be sure to check out these upcoming events:

//UFC Club Night Fundraiser//

Do you like dancing? Do you like socializing? Do you like having fun?! If you answered yes to any of these question, then be sure to attend. Come join Seattle University’s United Filipino Club on Sunday, January 20th, to dance the night away at Volume! This event is 18+ so practically everyone can partake; be sure to arrive at Volume before 11pm to get the discounted prices.

*RSVP on the event page in order to get your name on the guest list

Information Date: January 20, 2013 Location: Volume | 172 S Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 Time: 10:00pm Price: Before 11pm (ladies $5, gentlemen $10) | After 11pm (all $15) Event: Facebook Website: UFC

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If you’re looking for a night filled of laughter and excitement, then look no further! Come out and join FASA sa UW and The Sisterhood of PNI as they put on their comedy night Saturday, January 26th. The event will open up with the winner from The Last Comic Standing, happening January 25th, and lead into the headline performance by Rex Navarrete!

Buy your tickets online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/310129.

*Proceeds go to NWFASA, to benefit the annual NWFASA Conference being held April 19-21, 2013 at Western Washington University

Information Date: January 26, 2013 Location: University of Washington, Kane 130 | NE Columbia Rd, Seattle, WA 98105 Time: Doors open 5:30pm | Show starts 6:30pm Price: General admission (pre-sale) $20 | General admission (at door) $25 | NWFASA $17 Event: Facebook Website: FASA sa UW, The Sisterhood of PNI

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December Alliance Meeting

Happy mid-December everyone!

Just giving you all a heads up regarding this month’s Alliance meeting. The meeting will take place tomorrow, Sunday, December 16th, and it will be an online meeting. Emails have already been sent out to each organizations Alliance rep, but if you would like to join in on this meeting we will be posting the Tinychat link to the NWFASA Group Page on Facebook before it starts.

Information Date: December 16, 2012 Location: Cyberspace via Tinychat Time: 7pm

See you all tomorrow! Your NWFASA Exec. Board

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Happy 10 year anniversary to AnakBayan Seattle!

After being founded on November 30, 2002, this grassroots youth and student organization has gone far. On Saturday, December 1st, AnakBayan will be celebrating with an art exhibition and cultural showcase commemorating a decade of strengthening, growing, and continued fighting for genuine freedom and nation democracy in the Philippines. Be sure to check it out!!!

Information Date: December 1. 2012 Location: Black Coffee Co-op | 501 E. Pine Street, Seattle, WA 98122 Time: 2:00pm – 6:00pm Price: $5-$10 suggested donation Event: Facebook Website: AnakBayan Seattle

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What it do NWFASA crew?

I hope everyone had a great and filling Thanksgiving break! I just wanted to remind you all about a couple events going on in our community this week. This Friday, November 30th, FASA Sa UW is hosting the Pacific North West screening of “The Bladed Hand.” This breathtaking documentary features numerous Filipino Martial Arts luminaries and established styles and systems that have impacted the world. UW will be one of the last stops in The Bladed Hand’s debut U.S. tour, so be sure to indulge in your cultural history and get your tickets while they last!

//GET YOUR TICKETS HERE//

Information Date: November 30, 2012 Location: University of Washington, Kane Hall, Room 130 | 1410 Northeast Campus Parkway, Seattle, WA 98195 Time: Doors open 6pm, Event begins 7pm, Q&A 8:30pm Prices: $10 General Admission Event: Facebook Website: Fasa Sa UW

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In addition, The Sisterhood of Pi Nu Iota will be putting on their Showcase/Silent Auction thisSaturday, December 1st. The theme for this event is Matatag Na Babae – Showcasing the Filipina Through Arts. All items in the Silent Auction make for great gifts, so bring your family and friends, cause this is an event you don’t want to miss!

Information Date: December 1, 2012 Location: Seattle University, Casey Commons | 901 12th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122 Time: Doors open & Silent Auction begins 6:30pm, Showcase starts 7:15pm Price: $5 suggested donation Event: Facebook Website: The Sisterhood of Pi Nu Iota

See you all there! -Your NWFASA Exec. Board

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PI NU IOTA’S RED ROBIN FUNDRAISER!

Who likes Red Robins? Who likes fundraisers? Who is going to be in the Seattle area tomorrow?!

If that last description fits you, be sure to come through to Pi Nu Iota’s “The Ates” Red Robin Fundraiser!  By participating in this event, 15% of your bill is donated to the Ates and will be used to fund their various activities throughout the year.  With that said, grab your friends and family alike and prepare your stomach for a meal you’ll feel good about.

In order for this fundraising event to work, be sure to print off the flyer HERE!!!

Information Date: November 13, 2012 Location: Red Robin @ Northgate Mall, 401 Northeast Northgate Way #430, Seattle, WA 98125 Time: Between 11am-11pm Event: Facebook

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November Aftermath

Hey Everyone!

Thanks to all the orgs who came out to the November Alliance meeting yesterday, and thanks to UW for hosting this month.  For those of you who were not able to make it out, this months’ minutes can be located here, and also under our “Resources” tab.

We went over a ton of stuff at this meeting, but a few of the major sections were: -NWFASA Conference updates -NWFASA PCN Proposal hosted by CWU -Alumni Panel

Yes, you read that correctly, we were able to put together a wonderful alumni panel this month!  The video is still being edited, but we will have it up on the website in the next few days for all of you to see.  Other than that, make sure your Alliance Reps keep an eye out for an email regarding a quick summary of our November meeting and also how to vote for the NWFASA PCN proposal and planning out the December meeting.

Enjoy your evenings! Your NWFASA Exec. Board

** The 2013 NWFASA Conference website is up and running now and can be located at www.nwfasaconference.info **

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Hellooo NWFASA!

This Friday, November 9th, The United Filipino Club (UFC) of Seattle University and The Filipino American Student Association at the University of Washington (FASA sa UW) will be presenting FASA JAM 2012!  This event is just two days away, so be sure to get your tickets and come out for a night of amazing live performances.

Tomorrow is the last day for will-call reservations, so be sure to signup here for general admission, and here for VIP tickets.

Performances by: - US: Michael Alvarado & Carissa Rae (http://haveyouheardofus.com/) - New Heights (http://www.new-heights.net/) - Smooth Technique (http://tinyurl.com/9uj5tj6) - Bridget Hermano (http://tinyurl.com/cdsh258) - Coho Mountain String Ticklers (http://tinyurl.com/d6ylz2o) - Kasama - Sini-Gang

Information: Date: November 9, 2012 Location: Seattle University, Pigott Auditorium Door open: 7:30pm Prices: NWFASA $12/VIP tickets $25 Event page: Facebook

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Greeting NWFASA!

I hope everyone had a safe and exhilarating Halloween, but just when you thought it was over, there’s another big event right around the corner!  If you haven’t already heard, Washington State University FASA will be having their Formal dance event this Saturday, November 3rd.  The theme this year is “FASA in Paris,” if you are interested in attending, today is the last day for will-call and homestay signups! Be sure to get your tickets and come out to the Eastside for a night of memories and dancing, so much dancing.

Information: Location: Washington State University, Butch’s Den, CUB L60 Time: 9pm – 1am Prices: $12 NWFASA/$15 General Admission Dress Code: Formal attire Event Page: Facebook

YOUTUBE EVENT TEASER!!!

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Good afternoon NWFASA!

Just wanted to let you all know that Western Washington University’s FASA is going to be having their 18th Annual Heritage Dinner this Saturday, October 27th!  Since this will be their 18th year, the theme is “The Debut: Ang gawa sa pagkabata, dala hanggang sa pagtanda (What one learns in childhood, they carry into adulthood).” Come out and support while enjoying a traditional dinner with live entertainment!

For any questions and concerns, please contact Marie Serica at sericamarie@gmail.com

Information: Location: Western Washington University, Viking Union Multipurpose Room (VU 605) Time: Doors open @5:30, Program/Dinner @6pm Prices: $8 Student/NWFASA (Bring your student ID regardless of org), $12 Adult Event Page: Facebook

TICKET CAN BE ATTAINED BY…

1) Purchasing your ticket in person at the WWU PAC Box Office 2) Signing up for Will-Call here 3) Purchasing your tickets online here!

Note: WILL-CALL SIGN UP WILL CLOSE AT 11:59 PM ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24

Tickets must be picked up/paid for at the WWU Box Office by 5:45 PM on the day of the event,  at which time, all unclaimed Will-Call tickets will be released for sale

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NWFASA Family!

I would like to bring your attention to an event occuring this weekend, Saturday October 13th! Portland State University’s Kaibigan is having their 8th Annual Showkase, “Kabataan Tumataas,” which means Youth Movement Rising. They will be showcasing a multitude of talents in the community, promoting unity and the empowerment of youth. In addition, there will be food provided while you sit and enjoy the entertainment, so come out and support!

Make sure to check out Kaibigan’s event page as well. If you have any general questions, contact Keanu Corveau at kcorveau@pdx.edu

Information: Location: Portland State University, Smith Memorial Student Union Ballroom Headliners: Rex Navarette and Shannon Lei Doors open: 5:30pm Dinner: 6:00pm Show: 7:00-9:00pm Prices: $5 for NWFASA members, General Admission $15

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October Minutes

Weren’t able to make the alliance meeting this month? Well you’re in luck, the minutes are out and ready for your eyes! Be sure to check out the "Important Docs" tab on our website for future reference!

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Oh. My. Goodness! What an eventful weekend!!!

As you may know, this weekend was a jam packed NWFASA family fest practically, starting with business and ending in joyful competition. A big shout out to all the orgs who ventured out and attended this months alliance meeting, aaand everyone who participated in the Filipino Olympics on Saturday! And not to mention, major props and appreciation to Washington State University FASA for all the hard work they put in to make this a great event! *rounds of applause*

Overall, this years Fil-O was outstanding, every school showed great org pride, but also NWFASA pride by cheering on fellow members.

In addition, alliance meeting minutes will be up throughout the week, check your emails and check back here for updates. If you weren’t able to participate in this weekends festivities, check out the Fil-O highlight video above, put together by the one and only Donny Rojo!

Congratulations to our 2012 Fil-O champions, WSU FASA!

We heart you all, Your NWFASA Exec. Board

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What is up NWFASA peeps?!

For those of you who may not know, this Saturday, October 6th, is the big day!!! Get prepared for a throw down amongst orgs, a day of glorious battle, a day of…Fil-O! Washington State University has been doing a great job hyping up the event, especially through their promo videos; check out the semi-rules video posted above for descriptions and basic rules regarding the games on Saturday. If you have any questions about homestays, volunteering, and general questions, please contact WSU President Mia Flores at flores.meryllanne@gmail.com.

In addition, not only is Saturday a day of games and competition, but it is also the day of our October alliance meeting as well. We will be starting at 10am, please make sure that you are there on time so that we can get things goinggg.

Other than that, have a safe drive on Saturday and we’ll see you all out there! -Your NWFASA Exec. Board

IMPORTANT INFO: Alliance Meeting Time: 10am-12pm Location: WSU Smith Center for Undergraduate Education Room:CUE 419

Fil-O Time: 12pm-5pm Location: WSU Smith Gym, Physical Education Building Room: Smith 117

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Thanks again to all the orgs who made it out to Saturday's alliance meeting! As of now, the minutes are still being processed but you will all receive them within the next few days. In addition, take a self-tour around the website and visit out “Media” tab, photos from this month’s meeting have been uploaded for your viewing pleasure.

Likewise, Fil-O registration is still underway! Make sure to sign up to represent your school in glorious battle (non-violent of course) here, or sign up to help out and volunteer here.

Much love, -Your NWFASA Exec. Board

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September Kickoff

It’s that time of the month again!

Just wanted to give everyone a heads up regarding this months alliance meeting. The meeting will take place tomorrow, Saturday 22nd, at Seattle University; location at Casey Building 5th floor. We will be starting the meeting at 12pm, so please allow yourself the necessary time to commute and arrive before then.

Check out the event page for more information and also to mark your attendance.

Important parking information from SU: (1) residential along 11th Ave. south of campus, (2) paid along 12th Ave or Broadway, (3) in one of the campus parking garages, which you have to buy a $6 parking permit for in the Pigott parking lot on 12th & Marion, or (4) at your own risk in the campus parking garages without a permit…but fair warning, one of us has been randomly towed before.

Catch you all tomorrow!

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Why hello there NWFASA!

Today we bring you good news, and that news is...*drum roll*...you can now register for Fil-O!!!  For those of you who may not know, Fil-O is short for Filipino Olympics, a very suiting name for such an event.  Every year, numerous NWFASA orgs travel to an agreed upon location and compete against one another through a day of mini games in order to win the coveted trophy, all in good fun of course.  The location itself usually changes each year, and this time it will be at Washington State University on Saturday October 6th from the hours of 12pm-5pm.  Fees will be $3 per participant and $10 per org.

This event is definitely a great way to kick off the new school year and also represent your orgs within NWFASA.  If you're interested in participating, please fill out the registration form located here.  Likewise, if games aren't for you but you would still like to help out, please fill out the volunteer form located here.  Whichever path you choose, your attendance at Fil-O is highly recommended, it's an experience to be had.

See you at the games! -Your NWFASA Exec. Board

Photo by Donny Rojo