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Khmer Alumni Association Presents: The 2nd Annual Soiree

Khmer Alumni Association's 2nd Annual Soiree

WHAT’S A SOIREE?! 

A festive evening of celebrations hosted by Khmer Alumni Association. We will have our 2nd Annual Soiree commemorating our events and honoring special guests throughout the year including our scholarship recipients. Proceeds from ticket sales and donations will help support all our program and events including our scholarship and mentorship program.We appreciate your continuous support and contributions in any amount!

WILL THERE BE FOOD AND ENTERTAINMENT?!

Enjoy specially prepared appetizers by Chef Chad of Cambodian Cuisine, dinner by Chef Allen of Yeak Inc., custom-made desserts by A Lovely Plan, beverages, photobooth souvenirs by Hengitup Photography, live performances and musical entertainment provided by DJ TristDaFist to groove the night away! We will also be selling raffle tickets for many special prizes throughout the night!

WOW, SIGN ME UP! WHATS THE DATE AND TIME?!

Our program is Sunday, June 21st from 6:30-9:30 PM. Doors will be open at 6:00 PM ! Be sure to RSVP because seats are limited!

HOW DO I RSVP AND PURCHASE TICKETS?! 

To complete your reservations, please purchase your ticket using the link below. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kaa-presents-the-2nd-annual-soiree-tickets-16893190989

DRESS CODE?!

We invite you to come in your best Khmer formal attire as we honor our special guests and toast to our past, present and future! If you do not have any, you better make some Khmer friends and borrow some clothes!

WHAT IS THE KHMER ALUMNI ASSOCIATION?!

Since 2012, KAA has focused on cultivativating a network among our alumni, student organizations, and community partners through outreach and education. We are committed to promoting the empowerment, success, and sustained engagement of alumni from Khmer student organizations as well as professionals in the Cambodian American community.

HOW CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT KAA? 

Visit our web page at www.khmeralumniassoication.org
Check out our facebook page: www.facebook.com/KhmerAlumniAssociation
Follow us on instagram: khmeralumni

Join us for KAAfe Talk!

Just Breathe: Healing, Expression, and Balance Photo Credits: Stephanie Sok

Just Breathe: Healing, Expression, and Balance
Photo Credits: Stephanie Sok

Join the Khmer Alumni Association as we make our way to the Maye Center, home of self-healing through meditation, agriculture, yoga, and education on Sunday, May 3, 2015 at 4:00 pm. Learn how to maintain balance and cultivate a form of healing that is right for you.

What is KAAfe Talks?
KAAfe Talks is a series of motivating and inspiring conversations between all members of the Cambodian American community. These conversations are meant to raise awareness about important issues, facilitate the spread of ideas, and to encourage and support one another in actualizing our own personal goals.

KAA Scholarship Opportunity

Designed by Stephanie Sok

Designed by Stephanie Sok

OVERVIEW

The purpose of the KAA Scholarship award is to assist local Cambodian students in the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) who are pursuing higher education through an accredited community college, vocational/trade school, or university either as a part-time or full-time student.

Award

Two students will be selected for the following:

1) $250 non-renewable scholarship
2) 2 years of private academic, career, and personal counseling provided by professionally trained and licensed school counselors.

Eligibility

– Child of at least one Cambodian parent
– 2.5 minimum cumulative academic GPA
– Enrolled in the 12th grade in LBUSD
– Attending either an accredited community college, vocational/trade school, or university in the fall
– Demonstrate financial need

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Entire application must be submitted by MARCH 30, 2015 and includes the following:
– Character evaluation forms (2)
– Responses to supplemental questions
– Transcript (please email 1 copy to khmeralumni@gmail.com)

APPLY NOW! 

Khmer Hungry Games II

Join us Saturday, September 27, 2014 for KAA 2nd annual Cook-Off: Chea Plung (Catching Fire) from 11am- 4pm. Our theme for this year’s event is FUSION!

Come support contestants and their wonderful dish creations. We will have challenging games that will put your skills to the test and various prizes. You won’t want to miss out.

Want to challenge your culinary skill?

Come as a contender. Bring your specialty dish to knock-out the competition. 

Contestant Registration info:

Chef
Sous Chef (optional)
Address (recommended)
Dish (if known- can leave open)

Fusion dishes presented in first round only has two criteria:
One Cambodian ingredient
One non-Cambodian ingredient 

Top 3 dishes (selected by attendees) will proceed to the grilling round where mystery ingredients will be revealed. 

Registration Info. 

This event is open to everyone but space is limited- so don’t delay. Last day to register is September 22. Don’t miss out on this day of fun! RSVP now using the link below. 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1go-CZG88zgaCp3N3Ki-gc9iHL7HcT7r_3LU79gzVeng/viewform?usp=send_form