28 February 2009

FIND Conference 2009

The Filipino Intercollegiate Networking Dialogue, Inc. (FIND, Inc.) would like to extend an invitation to the community to attend the 2009 Spring Conference hosted at Drexel University the weekend of March 27-29.

The theme of this conference is Filipino pride and is entitled, May Yabang, Hindi Mayabang which roughly translates to “With pride, Not arrogance”. The goal of Conference is to provide the delegates with historical information of how Filipino pride today stems from the accomplishments of Filipinos of the past, to enable delegates to connect with Filipinos who have made great achievements in their respective endeavors and inspire delegates to have a positive feeling of Filipino pride, and to call on delegates to self reflect and use their pride to better themselves and their communities. By providing this new understanding of Filipino pride and achievements, delegates will be able to serve as models for a positive outlook and a search for excellence within the Filipino community and beyond.

FIND, Inc. was founded April 11, 1992. The purpose of the organization is to promote unity and cooperation amongst Filipino and Filipino Americans along the East Coast through their universities, colleges, vocational and technical schools. District V, or better known as “D5,” encompasses the Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Southern New Jersey area.

Those who are interested in attending or would like more information about the 2009 Spring Conference should visit the website: www.findinc.org/conference2009

Online Pre-Registration Fees
FIND, Inc. Member schools: $20
Non-Member schools: $25

*SCHOOL ID MUST BE PRESENTED AT CHECK-IN

REGISTRATION OPENS: FEBRUARY 27, 2009

REGISTRATION CLOSES: MARCH 20, 2009

FORMS OF PAYMENT
Accepted forms of payment include institutional checks, bank checks, and money order. Cash and personal checks will NOT be accepted.If one lump sum payment of registration dues is to be made for several individuals, please remember to include the names of ALL COVERED REGISTRANTS along with your check/money order.

Please send all payments to:

FIND, Inc. c/o Steven Daguio
3175 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
Apartment 1306
Philadelphia, PA 19104

REFUNDS
No requests for refunds will be accepted. If an individual who has paid is unable to attend, we encourage that a substitute be found.

Delegates will be asked to sign the liability form. Failure to do so will result in forfeiting associated fees and participation in Conference . liability form is not to be signed beforehand (minors excluded).

IMPORTANT DATES
Online Pre-registration will be available : February 27, 2009
Online Pre-registration will be officially closed as of midnight on March 20, 2009.

All Pre-registration payments must be RECEIVED BY March 24, 2009. NO EXCEPTIONS.
PLEASE MAKE ALL MONEY ORDERS AND INSTITUTIONAL CHECKS TO

FILIPINO INTERCOLLEGIATE NETWORKING DIALOGUE, INC

In the event that we receive a payment that was received after March 24,2009 we will return that payment back to the delegate. We are only accepting pre-registration payments that were RECEIVED by or before March 24,2009.

Those who are interested in attending or would like more information about the 2009 Spring Conference should visit the website: www.findinc.org/conference2009

Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/events.php?ref=sb#/event.php?eid=60503485675

26 February 2009

FIRST POST OF OH-NINE: The Nine Things in OH-NINE!!!

Hey District One. How are you all? Although there are 2-3 months left in the semester (or trimester, quarter, or whatever system), District One E-Boardizzle is prepared to update you on what’s been happening since last semester and what’s happening this semester. Soooooo, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?

1. Farewell to Manders (NU 2009) and Maria (Wellesley 2010)

Two positions have changed for D1’s E-Board. Amanda Correa, one of our co-chairs, and Maria Bisquera, one of our national directors, have resigned their respective positions as of last month. The District One executive board would like to thank them for all their efforts making last semester and Kamayan a blast and wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors. Hearts Forever!




 2. Say Hello to Javie (BU 2012), not ja-ve…
Our new national director for District One is Javier Onglao. Due to the limited time of picking Maria’s replacement, D1 E-Board voted in Javie as the new national director in a closed vote. Nonetheless, the District One executive board would like to welcome Javie into our family. Love ya D1 bro!












3. Get BIGGER D1! TFC in the hizzleee!

The District One executive board would like to welcome the University of Massachusetts Boston as our newest D1 member school. The Filipino Club (Yes, that’s their name) was co-founded by Hanah Fadrigalan and Marc Lujares. D1 member schools, please open your arms and integrate them into the District. Show some D1 Love!

4. FIND Spring Conference in the City of Brotherly Love, Philly!!!
District One is one of the seven districts of FIND, Inc., the Filipino Intercollegiate Networking Dialogue Inc. FIND, Inc. 2009 Spring Conference will take place at Drexel University from March 27-29. Join students from all districts to learn about Filipino heritage and pride. The theme for this year’s conference is “May Yabang, Hindi Mayabang”, which means “With pride, not arrogance” in Tagalog. For more information, contact d1find@gmail.com and look for details on our website.



5. GET CRAZY! The QUACKPOT is cominggggg….
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to make that winning slam dunk? Or did you ever wanna do the entire ‘Get Your Head in the Game’ number on an actual basketball court? Watch out for the next newsletter for details for the district’s first basketball tourney!
6. Get in the car duck, we’re going shopping … for D1 SOSYAL!
This year’s Sosyal is gonna be bigger and better. D1 is not about getting drunk (most of the time)! Expect this year’s Sosyal to be filled with Filipino Art, Culture and Music. So mark your calendars beezies, APRIL 3, 2009! Details will be on the next newsletter and on the website.
7. We bring the STANK on Cultural Shows
Several schools of District One will have each of their own cultural shows to express Filipino culture. NU Barkada will be having their first cultural show, Bahay Kubo, on Friday, March 21 at Northeastern University. BUFSA will have their annual cultural show on Saturday, April 18 at Boston University. Expect more cultural shows from other D1 schools.
8. The Quacknasty is on Facebook!!!
District One has its own page of Facebook. Become a fan today and get all the benefits and updates. Photos, Videos, and events galore! Every school’s Facebook events will be posted on the page. To become a fan, type ‘District One: The Quacknasty’ in the search bar of Facebook.
9. Want to Voice (or QUACK!) your opinions in D1???
District One has a forum available to voice what you think D1 should be, how D1 should be, and ideas of what you want from D1. The link is available on d1connection.com under “Looking for some D1 friends?”. You can also email D1 E-Board at d1find@gmail.com because we’re lonely. Just kidding….but seriously.
Let’s make this OH-NINE the best everrrrr!!! RAWR! QUACK!
About
Started in 1993, D1 is a collegiate organization dedicated to promoting awareness of issues pertaining to Filipinos nationwide, preserving and promoting Filipino Culture, and providing the means for initiating action and dialogue within the community.

D1 consists of Filipino culture clubs from the following member schools: Berklee College of Music, Boston College, Boston University, Brown University, Clarke University, Harvard University, MIT, Northeastern University, Tufts University, University of Massachusetts Boston, and Wellesley College.

Mission Statement
District One (D1) E-Board serves as a resource for its member schools and community by promoting awareness and discussion of Filipino culture to strengthen unity in the New England region.