Chinese Student Association

The University of the Philippines Chinese Student Association (UP CSA) is a duly recognized organization in the University of the Philippines, Diliman. We are comprised of mostly Chinese-Filipino students who have joined together in order to establish better relationships between Chinoys and Filipino students and promote our Chinese heritage through organizing various socio-cultural and socio-civic events within as well as outside the campus. Currently, the Association has over 80 dedicated members from all over the University.

CSA is also a member of the Alliance of Filipino-Chinese Students (AFICS) whose member schools include Ateneo de Manila University, De LaSalle University, University of Asia and Pacific, and University of Santo Tomas.

The CSA tambayan can be found in front of AS 101 in Palma Hall.¹

History

UP Chinese Student Association (CSA) was founded on June 23, 1963 by a group of students who saw the need for a Chinese-Filipino organization which would pave the way for interaction and cultural exchange.

Since then, UP CSA has grown not only into a cultural organization but also into a socio-civic and academic one. The association has helped members find their identity, students of different backgrounds have been brought together, and a deep sense of unity has been created within its members – all forming a tight-knit community who share in their respect and interest for the Chinese culture.²

See Also

http://up-csa.org/ http://iloveupcsa.multiply.com/

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