Asian, Asian American and Pacific Islander Employee Resource Group

Mission

The Portland State University (PSU) Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander Employee Resource Group (API ERG) provides an inclusive space to advocate for the diverse needs of PSU API faculty, staff, students and alumni; including, but not limited to:

  • Supporting and empowering API students 
  • Recruitment and retention of API faculty, staff, and student employees
  • Facilitating professional development
  • Promoting API educational, cultural and social awareness

Our mission aligns with PSU's diversity initiatives and strategic goals, as well as provides leadership regarding PSU API faculty, staff, student, and alumni issues.

Vision

The vision of the PSU API ERG is to empower Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander employees to create an inclusive, just, and equitable community. 

Values

  • Connection & Community
  • Professional Development
  • Advocacy
  • Social Justice 

Leadership Team

How to Get Involved

Join us and become a member by filling out the API ERG Membership Form.

The PSU API ERG welcomes all PSU employees interested in contributing to our vision and mission to be part of our community. If you are interested in being involved with our ERG in any areas, please feel free to contact any of our Executive Board Members via email. We encourage all members to engage and lead efforts to creating equitable experiences for those in our ERG, and look forward to the great work that of the collaborative efforts and leadership that our ERG has to offer!

Contact

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API ERG Newsletter Archive

Explore our archive of the API ERG Newsletter, where we document the collective journey of our growing community. Stay informed about our initiatives, events, and the vibrant stories that contribute to fostering an inclusive workplace for API employees at PSU.