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The Asia Center at University of Kentucky

Chinese Student and Scholar Association,

 University of Kentucky

Mission Statement

Kentucky Chinese American Association (KYCAA, formerly KYACAP), a non-profit and non-political organization, is committed to serving the communities in Kentucky by promoting the appreciation of Chinese culture and heritages and enhancing cross-cultural understanding through educational programs. KYCAA provides opportunities for interaction, networking, and collaborations among its members and between members and their communities.

Beijing 2008 Olympics Opening Ceremony Celebration

The Beijing 2008 Olympics is a historical event! We will have an Opening Ceremony Celebration this Friday in the Panda Cuisine's party room with media coverage. Please RSVP to Jianhua Su or call cell phone 859-619-3304 by Thursday, 8-7-08 at noon.

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2008 Moon Festival Celebration and Picnic

The 2008 Moon Festival Celebration and Picnic will be held at Shillito Park, Saturday 3 pm - 9 pm, Sept. 13, 2008. It's a great time for you and your family to relax, meet old and new friends, watch kids play in the field, and enjoy mooncakes! Contact Ms. Yanling Wang for more information.

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Event Report: Heart to Heart China Earthquake Relief

On May 31, 2008, the Kentucky Chinese American Association (KYCAA) held a send-off event at the Lexington Chinese Christian Church. 225 cases of surgical gloves and 300 portable water purifiers were purchased and being shipped to Chengdu, China via UPS and United Airlines.

Letter from Chinese Embassy

Video Reports from Bluegrass Media

Send-off event photos...

China Earthquake Relief Events in the Lexington Community

KYCAA Heart to Heart Earthquake Relief

Lexington Chinese Christian Church Fundraising Concert

China Earthquake Relief

The May 12 earthquake in Sichuan, China is a huge tragedy to families who lost their loved ones. People in earthquake area urgently need your help to protect their lives and rebuild their homes. Your generous donation is greatly appreciated.

Please read details on how to donate...

Items are in urgent need...

2008 Lexington Chinese New Year Celebration

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KYACAP will hold its third educational seminar of 2007-2008 from 2pm to 4pm, Saturday, Dec. 1, 2007, in the main conference room at Beaumont Branch Public Library. You are all invited to attend the seminar, and have exercise together for fun.

Here are some details of this incoming seminar.

In KYACAP sponsored immigration seminar, attorney Charles R. Baesler presented to the community the updated immigration laws and immigrant benefits. The seminar was very informative and many members expressed appreciation. Click the links to find more information.

Immigration Law Update

Immigrant Benefits

Immigration Law Seminar

Representatives from KYACAP participated in the 3rd Annual Governor's Minority Empowerment Conference in Louisville, KY on August 20, 2007. 

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KYACAP will sponsor the 2007 Moon Festival Celebration and Picnic at Shillito Park, Saturday 4 pm - 9 pm, Sept. 22, 2007. Please come to meet old and new friends! 

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KYACAP participated in this year's Lexington Cultural Diversity Festival. Our volunteers worked at the booth from 12 pm to 11 pm. Hundreds of visitors stopped by at the booth. They expressed great interest in Chinese culture as well as the Association. 

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KYACAP is calling for your help to support our fellow member Mr. He Duo. He is suffering a seizure disorder. We appeal to all of our members and friends in this community to join our fund raising effort. Every donation counts no matter how big or small... 

A letter from President…….

A thank you letter from Duo's family

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Seminar

"How to take care real estate down turn" by Changqing (Mickey) Xun, President, Grand Horizon

sponsor by KYACAP & KCBA 

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National Opportunity Conference, Philadelphia PA  (free one-day conference)

help small business owners, non-profits, and faith-based organizations in the Asian Pacific American, Hispanic American, and African American communities.

--- Host by Secretary Elaine L. Chao United States Department of Labor 

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10/1/2006

2006 Celebration of Chinese Moon Festival

October 1, 2006,

Singletary Art Center

Join Us

&

Meet Friends

1st KYACAP Summer Picnic

Saturday, July 29, 2006, 3:00pm-10:00pm, Shillito Park [behind Fayette Mall], Shelter#1

Activities starts at 3:00pm,  Potluck Dinner starts at 6:00pm

1/21/2006

2006 Chinese New Year Celebration on January 21, 2006 at Lexington Central Library  from 3:00pm - 5:00 pm. 

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KYACAP is launching a fundraising campaign to support Ms Guoping Wang, wife of a UK student, who is now hospitalized, battling a rare disease. We encourage  all members of this community to join this humanitarian effort. 

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9/9/2006

Celebration of Chinese Moon Festival at Singletary Center on Friday, September 9, 2005 went successful. Together, we witnessed a glimpse of Chinese culture as we dine on Moon cakes and other Chinese delicacies.  click here for more information..... 

KYACAP invite you and your friends to co-sign the open letter supporting a new bill entitled the U.S.-China Cultural Engagement Act. click here for details.........