Asian American Resource Center (AARC)
Native Indigenous Resource Center opening on October 17, 2024 with the AARC, Draper Center, and local community leaders.
AARC, NIRC, AdBoard, and Pitzer's CAPAS mixer in Fall 2024.
STEP coordinators, volunteers, parents, and MALO Youth at "Winter Wonderland" event in December.
Fall 2024 Retreat outing at Knott's Berry Farm.
So, transform yourself first...Because you are young and have dreams and want to do something meaningful, that in itself, makes you our future and our hope. Keep expanding your horizon, decolonize your mind, and cross borders.
- Yuri Kochiyama
The Asian American Resource Center (AARC), established in 1991, helps students develop intellectually, socially, personally, academically and politically. Central to all programs and events is the value of developing leadership that is grounded in strong communication skills, empathy, fostering collaboration, and empowering personal growth that leads to collective action towards shared goals. Working in conjunction with the Intercollegiate Department of Asian American Studies (IDAAS), the AARC creates opportunities to raise awareness of issues in the community. The AARC works in collaboration with students, staff, and partner offices on and off-campus to sponsor a wide range of educational endeavors. Through shared goals and collective action, the AARC helps strengthen The Claremont Colleges and the greater community.
Our Mission
- Build a stronger sense of self through identity development.
- Raise awareness of issues affecting student experiences.
- Develop student leadership.
- Act as a resource for the campus community.