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Indiana University Bloomington

Asian Culture Center

The Asian Culture Center builds awareness and furthers understanding of Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures, history, and issues. Open to all students, the ACC provides opportunities to learn, engage, and build community.

About
Students gather outside the Asian Culture Center for a group photo in front of the center's entrance.

Quick links

  • 96
    events in 2025–26
  • 1998
    the year the Asian Culture Center was established on campus

A place to connect and engage

Take part in programs, celebrate heritage, find academic resources, or just hang out—the Asian Culture Center is a welcoming hub for all. 

  • Students perform a traditional dance in red costumes during an Asian Culture Center cultural event.

    Explore programs

    Join activities, workshops, discussions, and more

  • Exterior of the Asian Culture Center at Indiana University Bloomington, a two-story cream-colored house with red trim surrounded by trees and landscaping.

    Visit our home

    Step into the ACC House, where you'll find programs, gatherings, and connection.

  • Students gather at an information table outside the Asian Culture Center, signing in and talking during a campus event.

    Find resources

    Access support services, campus tools, and opportunities to thrive.

A student performs with a colorful dragon during an outdoor cultural celebration hosted by the Asian Culture Center.

Celebrate

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Each April, Indiana University celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of AAPI communities. Join us for programs and events that celebrate AAPI heritage and raise awareness of issues affecting AAPI communities on campus and beyond.

Learn more

Students celebrate Holi outdoors, smiling and posing together after tossing colorful powder.

Live and learn

Asian/Pacific American Thematic Community

The Asian/Pacific American Thematic Community gives students a supportive residential experience focused on connection, identity, and belonging. Residents take part in programs and conversations that explore AAPI histories, cultures, and experiences while building community in a welcoming campus environment.

Join the community

The Asian Culture Center is the heartbeat of the Asian American/Pacific Islander community at IUB. We are grateful for the synergy and dynamism of the ACC.

Ellen Wu
Associate Professor, IU Department of History
 

Give back

We are committed to serving as a place where cultural heritage, history, and traditions are celebrated and explored. Your financial support helps the Asian Culture Center provide additional resources, programming, and services to put students on a path to achievement from the first day of classes.

Make a gift
Bloomington

Asian Culture Center

807 E. 10th St. Bloomington, IN 47408
  • acc@iu.edu
  • 812-856-5361