3rd Annual APIAA Unity Celebration: Rooted in Heritage, United in Purpose
Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 5–8 p.m.
Join the Asian Pacific Islander Alumni Association (APIAA) for its 3rd Annual Unity Celebration, an evening dedicated to recognizing the achievements of Curtiss Takada Rooks, Ph.D., assistant professor, Asian Pacific American Studies, Michelle Legaspi ’00, and Melissa Montemagni ’02 for their impact on the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) community at LMU. The program also serves as a scholarship fundraiser supporting exceptional LMU APIDA undergraduates. Invite a guest and celebrate alongside fellow Lions, with special remarks from LMU President Thomas Poon, Ph.D.
Tickets
- Alumni/General Admission (13 and over): $70
- Child (12 and under): $25
- LMU Faculty/Staff: $70
Event ticket includes hors d'oeuvres and beverages. All $70 tickets include a $60 non-deductible portion.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Click here for event sponsorship information. Please contact Robert Kondo, assistant director of alumni engagement and family engagement, at 310.338.3937 or robert.kondo@lmu.edu, for more information and to secure your sponsorship package. Program ads can be purchased during the registration process. The sponsorship deadline is Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
Location
Loyola Marymount University
1 LMU Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Registration Deadline: Monday, April 27, 2026
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Tickets, sponsorships, and ads purchased, as well as optional donations made during the registration process, benefit student scholarships and are nonrefundable. Tickets are transferable and registrant names can be substituted. For substitutions, please contact events@lmu.edu.