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		<title>Austin Chinese Culture Festival (ACCF) 2024</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2024 02:00:56 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Austin Chinese Culture Festival (ACCF) is an annual celebration organized by ACAN, showcasing the richness of Chinese culture and the local artistic talents. Traditionally held to coincide with the Chinese New Year, this year's ACCF is set for Saturday August 17, 2024, at the AISD’s stunning Performing Arts Center (PAC), the same venue that hosted the inaugural ACCF in 2018.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/austin-chinese-culture-festival-accf-2024/">Austin Chinese Culture Festival (ACCF) 2024</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Student Essay by Ryan Gu</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Fengdan Qiu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Mar 2024 20:10:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Presidents Award Essay   Over this past year, I’ve tried to involve myself in numerous ACAN efforts. These included Project Rise Together, Project Cleaner Austin, Project Melody, in addition to Westwood’s Student Council. This year, I also created and led my own project, Project Sing Along, where we taught kids with special needs music. Across...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essay-by-ryan-gu/">Student Essay by Ryan Gu</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Student Essay &#8211; By J. L.</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sunny Wu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 23:59:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the past year of my volunteer journey, I&#8217;ve really embraced an ancient Chinese saying: &#8220;Don&#8217;t underestimate the power of doing good, no matter how small the act.&#8221; This proverb has truly come alive for me as I&#8217;ve seen firsthand how even the tiniest acts of kindness can make a huge impact on our community....</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essay-by-j-l/">Student Essay – By J. L.</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Student Essay – By Adriana Cheng</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sunny Wu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 23:52:09 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Project Melody is a student-led volunteer group dedicated to spreading our love and passion for music. Throughout the past year, we have held multiple concerts, including a fundraiser concert and several senior home performances. We plan to expand our project to play for more varieties of people, as well as help and mentor younger and...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essay-by-adriana-cheng/">Student Essay – By Adriana Cheng</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Student Essay – By Angela Yue</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sunny Wu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 23:50:32 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The opportunity to be a part of the leadership team for Project Rise Together has allowed me to explore stories I would otherwise not be able to, and help the community of children in Austin. Our team has worked with Children of the King, a daycare for children who may not have the same opportunities...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essay-by-angela-yue/">Student Essay – By Angela Yue</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Student Essay – By Gloria Wu</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sunny Wu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 23:49:17 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Over the past two and a half years, I’ve had the privilege of leading Rise Together, a project dedicated to providing opportunities and experiences for local youth, as well as developing friendships between different communities. The children we work with have often come from difficult childhood backgrounds, such as living in poverty, dangerous neighborhoods, or...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essay-by-gloria-wu/">Student Essay – By Gloria Wu</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Student Essay – By Benjamin Li</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sunny Wu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 23:47:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Volunteering is a powerful act of selflessness that has the potential to not only impact the lives of those being helped but also to profoundly change the perspective and values of the volunteer. Over the past year, I had the privilege of participating in several new unique volunteering experiences that left an indelible mark on...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essay-by-benjamin-li/">Student Essay – By Benjamin Li</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Student Essay – By Annie Zhu</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sunny Wu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 23:44:08 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>I’ve always wanted to contribute to ACAN’s mission to serve the community and spread our Chinese culture. During my time at Project Melody, I performed many musical pieces with my peers to present a part of my chinese culture and share the love for music with my community. We visited nursing homes for the elderly,...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essay-by-annie-zhu/">Student Essay – By Annie Zhu</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Student Essay &#8211; By Qiyun Zhou</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sunny Wu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 23:41:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Every time when I apply for the President&#8217;s Volunteer Service Award, it holds more significance than just an accolade. It represents my ongoing commitment to serving the community and making a lasting impact. One of my key involvements is with Girls Giving Grant (g3), which is part of Impact Austin&#8217;s youth initiative. This year, our...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essays-by-qiyun-zhou/">Student Essay – By Qiyun Zhou</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Student Essay &#8211; By Jasmine Sun</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sunny Wu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 23:33:15 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>I never understood why someone would willingly volunteer. The concept of working without expecting payment left me bewildered. After a year of giving back, the idea no longer seems so foreign. Volunteering at establishments such as CAMP Camp and The Salvation Army made me realize how much of a difference a single person could make...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essay-by-jasmine-sun/">Student Essay – By Jasmine Sun</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Student Essay &#8211; By Vincent Cao</title>
		<link>https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essay-vincent-cao/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sunny Wu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 22:54:15 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Overall, my involvement in community activities this past year has been transformative. From assisting with ACAN events like the Turkey Trot water station and Christmas gift wrapping, to sharing my musical talents through Project Melody and serving as a volunteer at Teen Court hearings, I have witnessed the profound impact that individuals and organizations can...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essay-vincent-cao/">Student Essay – By Vincent Cao</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>ACAN Mid-autumn Asian Art Festival (2023)</title>
		<link>https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/acan-mid-autumn-asian-art-festival-2023/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2024 22:21:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1C6mqMCSGQ</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/acan-mid-autumn-asian-art-festival-2023/">ACAN Mid-autumn Asian Art Festival (2023)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>2024 Active ACAN Youth Projects</title>
		<link>https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/2024-active-acan-youth-programs/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2024 17:10:52 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Watch a short video to learn about the ACAN Youth Projects for 2024.&#160; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJ2Siut26nU</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/2024-active-acan-youth-programs/">2024 Active ACAN Youth Projects</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Texas Capitol Summer Internship</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2024 17:20:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The APAPA/IACT/ACAN Texas Capitol Summer Internship Program in Austin, TX, is designed to transform current and future college students into future leaders in the State of Texas. This program provides an opportunity for students to develop their leadership skills, gain public policy experience, and become civically engaged.&#160; The APAPA/IACT/ACAN Internship Program will develop growth and...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/texas-capitol-summer-internship/">Texas Capitol Summer Internship</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Student Essay &#8211; Joshua Wu</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Fengdan Qiu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 22:52:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>South Africa: A Lesson of Gratefulness Over the recent years, I have had the opportunity to travel to South Africa to volunteer and experience the unique culture and environment that the country is known for. Along the way, I learned a lot about happiness, especially gratitude. To set the scene, I first began taking an...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org/student-essay-joshua-wu/">Student Essay – Joshua Wu</a> first appeared on <a href="https://austinchineseamericannetwork.org">Austin Chinese-American Network</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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