Campus: Queens
Mission
The main purpose of this organization shall meet the cultural,
educational, social, and political needs of P.A.R.E. members and
its surrounding community. It shall be the purpose of this
organization to encourage discussion and seminars in order to
promote greater awareness of Filipino/Filipino-American history,
and cultural heritage for the edification of its members. To
provide information, advice, and counseling to the new members and
such other services. To provide a forum in which different issues
and ideals may be discussed, defined, and acted upon, and strive to
represent the interest of Filipino/Filipino American students as a
whole in the University's political processes and society at large.
To sponsor such social functions as may be appropriate to increase
cohesion, identification, and fellowship among members; their
families, and academic community. To support and promote
understanding through political, education, cultural exchanges, and
social activities among Filipino/Filipino-American students, and
other student organizations.
Brief Description of the Organization
P.A.R.E. seeks to educate its members and others of
Filipino cultural values as well as spread awareness of current
events in the Philippines. P.A.R.E. embraces the Filipino heritage
and shares its traditions with the community. P.A.R.E. also
endeavors to help the greater community through active service both
within and outside of St. John's University. Members of P.A.R.E.
represent different cultures and this diversity strengthens the
bonds within the organization.
Student Life Advisor/Liaison
Name: Nashia Whittenburg
E-mail:whittenn@stjohns.edu
Faculty Moderator
Name: Father Andiy Egargo
E-mail: frandiy@yahoo.com
Signature Events
Big Brothers, Big Sisters of NYC Race for the Kids, Mumu Fest,
Simbang Gabi, Simbang Hpon, Halo-Halo Karaoke Night, Cultural
Workshop, Hoops Hope Hopia, Barrio Fiesta, intra-P.A.R.E Sports
fest , Line Dancing 101, Hip-Hop Workshop, Cocoa Karaoke, Thanks
Giving Jamboree
Membership Qualifications
G.P.A. - 2.0