About Us
Mission Statement
The main purpose of this organization is to meet the cultural, educational, and social needs of P.A.R.E. members and its surrounding community. It shall be the purpose of this organization to: encourage discussion and seminars in order to promote greater awareness of Filipino/Filipino-American history, and cultural heritage for the edification of its members; to provide information, advice, and counseling to the new members and such other services; to provide a forum in which different issues and ideals may be discussed, defined, and acted upon, and strive to represent the interests of Filipino/Filipino American students as a whole in the University's political processes and society at large; to sponsor such social functions deemed appropriate to increase cohesion, identification, and fellowship among members, their families, and the academic community; to support and promote understanding through education, cultural exchanges, and social activities among Filipino/Filipino-American students, and other student organizations.
P.A.R.E. seeks to educate its members and others of Filipino cultural values as well as spread awareness of current events in the Philippines. P.A.R.E. embraces the Filipino heritage and shares its traditions with the community. P.A.R.E. also strives to help the greater community through active service both within and outside of St. John's University. Members of P.A.R.E. represent different cultures and this diversity strengthens the bonds within the organization.
History
Over twenty years ago, a group of Filipino students at St. John's University had a vision to come together to build a strong cultural organization which aimed to promote unity and awareness of Philippine culture to all. This vision became a reality when the Filipino Society was founded in 1985. These young men and women came together wishing to learn more about their history, background, and origin. In 2004, the Filipino Society was officially changed to P.A.R.E., Philippine Americans Reaching Everyone.
Since then, we have become a stronger and more developed organization. In recent years, P.A.R.E. has won distinguished awards at St. John's University, including Outstanding Student Organization for two years in a row! P.A.R.E. has also hosted many successful events, such as Halo-Halo Karaoke Night, Ate/Kuya Scavenger Hunt, Simbang Gabi, Barrio Fiesta, as well as various workshops held to teach our members about Filipino history and current events in the Philippines.
Previous Executive Boards
2008 - 2009
Vice President: Chue Quan Li
Secretary: Roseanne Pacla
Treasurer: Lisa Nguyen
Events Coordinators: Pauline Banzon & William Landicho
Public Relations: Marion Dela Pena
D3 Representative: Merrill Villanueva
Historian: Macho Sila
2007 - 2008
Vice President: MJ Relevo
Secretary: Mahalya Schwadron
Treasurer: Chue Quan Li
Events Coordinators: Jonathan Crisol & Adrian Contreras
Public Relations: Merrill Villanueva
D3 Representative: Jen Nicole Acampado
Historian: Laila Cerezo
Constitution
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