“We are going to explore possibly developing a Pacific Islander American experience course,” said Lee. “Our end goal for this year is to offer a leadership conference for our Pacific Islander and Native Hawaiian students,” said Lee. “It’s our Asian and Pacific Islander mentorship program. Within the different initiatives to highlight the APIDA community, Ducut is working with Academic Affairs, the Department of Ethnic and Women’s studies, Lee and others in a partnership to cover ensure this grant is used to its full potential. Events for the APIDA community have already begun with a welcome lunch and formal announcement of the grant held Sept.10 in the Bronco Student Center, Ursa Major.