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Cedar Point and Leadership Retreat Recap Happenings in the Philippines Member Highlights MAFA Families Meet the MAFA Conference Co-Coordinators Looking out for... Editor Letter

This year our mission is to create collective impact by building meaningful connections for Midwest empowerment.

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University of Minnesota || Senior || Management Information Sysytems ________________________

PRESIDENT

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IF EVERYONE WAS ON TWITTER, WHO WOULD YOU FOLLOW:

My 9 year old brother Matthew, because the things he says are hilarious and I would want to make sure he's learning and growing up in the right way.

WHY IS MAFA IMPORTANT?:

If I had to choose 3 ways to describe Filipinos, this would be it. 1) We are very good at adapting to the environment that we live in. Who would've thought a Filipino could survive in the snow? 2) We love meeting other Filipinos. That's why our bond with our Filipino organizations and between the different MAFA schools are so strong 3) We love being Filipino. We love to spread our culture through dance, language, and singing karaoke. We proudly display our Filipino culture, and live the Filipino lifestyle. MAFA is representative of these things for our college Filipino organizations in the Midwest. When we bring all the great minds and passion of MAFA together we can do great things for the Filipino culture.

https://www.facebook.com/jballesteros71
@jballerstatus71 @jballerstatus71

VP-INTERNAL

Christine TinTin Trovela

St. Louis University || Senior || Exercise Science & Psychology

____________________ RANDOM FACT:

I own every season of Friends. Favorite show hands down. I quote it in everyday conversation.

FAVORITE MAFA MEMORY:

My favorite experience thus far has been our board retreat. It was so much fun getting to know everyone on a personal level and discussing the potential of MAFA with innovative, creative, and strong people.

PERFECT DATE?:

Thats a tough one, i'd have to say april 25th because its not too hot, not too cold, all you need is a light jacket. teehee but forreal i'd have to say good dates are the ones that are spontaneous and there is a flow of conversation. A lil guitar playing and making me laugh wouldn't hurt either :) https://www.facebook.com/christine.trovela

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VP-EXTERNAL

Nothing lasts forever

John Carlo Miranda

____________________ WHY IS MAFA IMPORTANT?:
University of Toledo|| Junior || Exercise Science I think A lot of Filipino Americans in the mid-west grow up in places where Filipino culture is not readily available. MAFA is important because It is a good way to connect with other people who share the same culture. It provides people with great opportunities to network with, and learn from one another.

This is a tough one. I would have to say April 25th. because its not too hot, not too cold. All you need is a light jacket.

PERFECT DATE?:

FAVORITE THING ABOUT FILIPINO CULTURE:

I love the fact that Filipino culture is diverse within itself
https://www.facebook.com/djdj.ipsounds
@pinoylabz

SECRETARY

Grace Geremias
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign || Junior || Interdisciplinary Health

____________________ WHY IS MAFA IMPORTANT:

MAFA offers a totally different perspective. It allows us to view things on a bigger scale, connect with amazing people across state borders, and collectively develop our Filipino culture. How many organizations can say that?

This is a tough one. I would have to say April 25th. because its not too hot, not too cold. And all you need is a light jacket. LOL But if you really want to know, Id say a date where we try something new. I love learning things and I dont mind making a fool of myself :p

PERFECT DATE?:

FAVORITE THING ABOUT FILIPINO CULTURE:

I love the Filipino spirit. So many filipinos have this enthusiasm, pride and fun-loving nature that I really appreciate.
https://www.facebook.com/grace.geremias

@gracegeremias

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Joan Joy Sonza

Michigan State University || Junior || Food Industry Management and Economics

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____________________ FAVORITE MAFA MEMORY:

My favorite MAFA experience was during Conference 2011 because I was just a freshman, it was my first time on a MAFA event, I had the chance to meet a lot of people in the Midwest, and it helped me become more open and social.

RANDOM FACT:

I hate roller coasters because they scare me (I know, im weak LOL). Last time I rode one was five years ago and never rode it again.

FAVORITE THING ABOUT FILIPINO CULTURE:

My favorite thing about Filipino/Filipino-American culture is being polite because Filipinos in the USA still address their elders politely by using kuya, ate, po, opo, and mano po. https://www.facebook.com/JOY016
@JoySonzz

MEDIA RELATIONS

J.R Ellasos
UIC || Junior || Applied Psychology ________________________

IF EVERYONE WAS ON TWITTER, WHO WOULD YOU FOLLOW:

@WWJD @TheKingofPop @HeathOntheLedger @EntertheDragonBL @JFK

WHY IS MAFA IMPORTANT?:

MAFA serves as a tool to build bridges and break down barriers in the Filipino-American community throughout the Midwest. As it says in our mission statement for this year, "Our mission is to create a collective impact by building meaningful connections for Midwest Empowerment", and I truly believe MAFA effectively achieves that.

www.facebook.com/JREllasos @jrellasos jrtistic.tumblr.com www.youtube.com/jayaretistic

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Christine Joy Antonio

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign || Junior || Speech and Hearing Science ________________________

IF EVERYONE WAS ON TWITTER, WHO WOULD YOU FOLLOW:

@God @Friendsquotes and that is all... :)

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FAVORITE THING ABOUT FILIPINO CULTURE?:

It used to always be the value of family and my mom's food. I mean seriously, who doesn't love sinigang?? But when I first joined PSA, it didn't take long for me to find yet another passion: cultural dancing. I was never too involved with cultural dances in my high school's Filipino club; I was always too scared to dance tinikling. And now? I absolutely love it. I love how beautifully diverse Filipino folk dances are. They tell such intriguing stories. I think it's amazing how this aspect of our culture has persevered throughout time, history, and distance. Many of us are 2nd generation Filipino-Americans and some of us have never even been to the Philippines. For some reason, our language seems to have slipped through the cracks of Western culture. However, in performing these dances, we are actively involving ourselves in our culture, keeping it alive from generation to generation.

https://www.facebook.com/christinejoyy
@choymein @choyface

OUTREACH

Cindy Kinnoin
University of Minnesota || Senior || Nursing ________________________

RANDOM FACT:
I'm Mexican and I love it, but I love how Filipinos value their culture a lot more than other cultures do. I love the friendly people, great sense of humor, high spirits.I also like finding similarities and differences between the Mexican and Filipino cultures. I like learning about different people and Filipinos have always opened their doors to teach me something new about them.

FAVORITE MAFA MEMORY?:

TOO MANY! Meeting my BA Looters, going around hotel rooms and talking to new people, the bachata dance off w/Manny Delarosa & I vs. Paco Martinez & Jessie Magsino! Last but not least, the traditional chant off between my school PSA MN and Madison's FASO. All of these will always be treasured memories of my MAFA adventures with wonderful people.
http://www.facebook.com/cindy.kinnoin @mexipinoy

BANANAS!

B r e a k i n g b o r d e r s

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UT FAAs Cedar Point Trip was amazing. Rushing roller coasters, fun jam sessions, and long lines with awesome people.

THANKS UT FAA!!

MAFA Leadership Retreat was a success. We are surrounded by so many inspiring and intelligent leaders.

THANKS IUPUI!!

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AUGUST.NEWSLETTER SUNDAY, AUGUST 19TH, 2012

Happenings in the Philippines

For more information, follow the links provided below.

Interior Secretary and 2 pilots found missing after plane crash for 3 days.
Secretary Jesse Robredo and 2 pilots were aboard a 4 person plane when they experienced engine problems. At an attempt to emergency land, the plane crashes off the shore of Masbate, leaving only one known survivor.
http://bit.ly/S9Rnio

The Reproductive Health Bill causes turmoil between Catholic Church and government leaders.
Catholic Church gures to launch new educational campaign on All-Natural Family Planning. The RH Bill proposes the use of articial contraception such as condoms, birth control pills, and other forms on the market.
http://bit.ly/P3ISCc

Storm after storm after tropical storm continue to hit the Philippines .
Monsoon weather has been striking the Philippines for the past few weeks. Cvilians have been left with damages to their buildings, homes and crops and death toll continues to rise.
http://bit.ly/OzqKUF http://www.redcross.org.ph/donate

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Regina Rubio|| Marquette

YOUR MAFA REPS: Rowan Quinoin || Loyola J.R Ellasos || UIC Samantha Ylagan|| Purdue Kevin Hsia || Michigan State Rico Maranan || U of Toledo Chris Sanders || OSU Regina Rubio || Marquette Gabrielle Dabu ||Minnesota Kristelle Burgos || NIU Matthew Victorio || Mizzou Alexander Panday || Mizzou Czarnest Dela Cruz || IUPUI Allen Belen ||UMich Christopher Martin || SLU Sabina Lin || SLU Haley Rios || IOWA Ashley Reum || UW Madison Charles Ferrer || Penn State

Jacqueline Picache|| ND Grace Geremias || UIUC

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Rico Maranan|| U of Toledo

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BACHEL ORETTE

MAFA

Michigan State University || Alumni || Advertising specialty in Creative ________________________

WHY IS MAFA IMPORTANT?:

Every one in MAFA is super welcoming, like if you had an issue, people will take the time out to help you. Its good to know people throughout the Midwest and is a good stress reliever because its fun to hangout.

WHAT ARE YOU UP TO NOW?:

Just started my job as a digital assistant coordinator here in California. I work with art buyers in the production team, I hire photographers to market the products, and a lot of different things. Go to work, come home from work. But aside from work I hangout with the family, wake board, go tubing, kayaking.

SHOUTOUTS:
-MSU PASS: whassuupp? -Blackline Family -New president, JP Davenport -NEW MAFA E-board and especially the new Media Relations chair, JR!

WHATS YOUR TYPE?

I need a guy whos really open to things because I have a mixed family and they have to relate to my Filipino side. Open to different cultures and can get along with everyone. Fun, crazy, but adaptable. Be https://www.facebook.com/badachel @chelseabada

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Tin Tin Trovela Darius Copeland Ashley Reum Cindy Kinnoin Julias Santos Gina Benedicto John Ballesteros Joan Bunyi Chris Martin Neil Miran Joseph Aquino Lizah Doctor Lou Aganon Elijah Ampo Imee Ignacio Mercedes Herrera Diana Carlos Kevin Buno Katie Domines Fay Catacutan Robert Deln Ilene Lungay Jaymarie Capalac Thanh Nguyen David Chanthabandith Jessica Peng Sean Chanitthikul Jerome Hernandez Matt Hilo Karen Rondero Megan Olegario John Carlo Miranda Corinne Casino Shannen Bueno

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Christine Joy Antonio Christine Joy Antonio

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Trisha Sattereld Megan Hsu Carlos Lopez Katreena Casallo

Jaime Espanola Alex Catiggay Jeselle Jizz Obina Dawn Tagare Brittney Sahugan Patrick Duque

Pauline Laorden Tinhua Kevin Hsia Andrew Tran Monica Chov

J.R Ellasos Danica Lapid Isabel Cupino Kirk Conrad Delacruz Tim Escondo

Jodi Ramos Gabrielle Dabu

Michael Miranda Kristel Burgos Bethany Lim

Sam Chan Lisa Hembrador Lee Gutierrez Andrea Guytingco

Rowan Quinain Kimmi Nguyen

Grace Geremias Tiger Litam Angeline Juan

JP Davenport Arianna Ari Dabu Kevin-Ryan I. Alvarez Tracy Mapaye

Stephanie Cai

Ashley Hernandez Jonathan Caliso

Eddie Carlos

Rico Maranan Lauren Solomon Lianne Estrella

Gina Rubio Wesley Webster

Joan Joy Sonza Jean Cruz Kristin San Ramon Jennalyn Hernaez

Clarisse Basco Joi Abarintos

Roe Aragon Conchi Yang Donovan Tolledo Sabina Lin Amanda Lin

Roldan Alegre Tia Faraon

Alexandria DeJarnett Kelly Ilagan Benson Chonga Chong Kathy S. Chavez

Christian Aldana Kim Encarnacion Pam Federico Mike Villegas

Maralea Hill

Janine Burgos Chris Paclibar Nicolo Porto Jose Torio Maryanne Reyes

Macy Gray Angela Aquino Samantha Ylagan Jodi Ramos Gabrielle Dabu

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The university of Wisconsinmadison

welcomes the 2013 mafa conference

MEET
Wesley Webster

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LOOK OUT FOR...

COMING SPRING 2013! Welcome UIUCs new event FILIPINO CULTURE NIGHT! Spend a fun and eventful night being entertained with amazing performances, cultural awareness with family and friends. Did we mention that this is all to give back and help the Philippines. Come support and be a hero. Lets make a collective impact for the better.

WHAT MAFA HAS IN STORE FOR YOU

~Philanthropy Project ~MAFAS GOT TALENT ~Conference Within A

Conference (CWAC @ FACT)

~MAFA FAMILY Events ~Mr. & Miss MAFA ~VBlog Updates ~ Board Intern Program ~ MAFA rep meetings ~more NEWSLETTERS ;D
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Hellooo MAFA members, Secretary here! Thanks for reading our rst MAFA newsletter of the school year. We just wanted to spread some light on what weve been working on what we have in store. I hope that youre as excited for this year as we all are. MAFAs doing big things! As this year being my rst year involved in MAFA, Id just like to give a shout out to this amazing organization. Not only has it connected schools together but its really allowed for some awesome relationships to develop. The people in this organization really make it unique. We have inspiring and strong individuals that arent afraid to cross borders and delve into something new. Thats already a big feat in itself, so kudos to you all :) This summer alone has already made a strong impact. With the Cedar Point and Leadership Retreat being a success and the MAFA families in full launch, weve already help make this year a memorable one. Lets keep the ball rolling and carry this enthusiasm throughout the school year. With MAFAlove, Grace Geremias ggeremias07@gmail.com

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