RSO - Filipino Student Association

The mission of the Filipino Student Association (FSA) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is to create a platform for and amplify the voices of Filipino and Filipino-American students at the university and surrounding Five College institutions. We will introduce Filipino heritage to students in the Five Colleges through education and community involvement. We plan to increase awareness of the Philippines’ rich history and traditions through sharing native cuisine, learning various languages, practicing traditional folk dances, and other engaging activities. To encourage discussion of Filipino culture among different groups of students on campus, we will host social events including but not limited to karaoke nights, talent shows, and feasts. Lastly, we would like to make it known that we are a Filipino-interest—not a Filipino-exclusive—group. We will uphold the values of family and hospitality that are so central to our culture by welcoming all students to join us, regardless of their background. Follow us on Instagram for up-to-date events!