What is Membership?
Membership Coordinators are in charge of facilitating our KAA program! Throughout the school year, members will have the opportunity to participate in many different events purposed to bring them closer to their families and other members in PCE.
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KAA Program
Kuya — (“Koo-Yaa”) term used to address an older brother, friend, or any male-identifying individual as a sign of respect in Tagalog
Ate — (“Ah-teh”) term used to address an older sister, friend, or any female-identifying individual as a sign of respect in Tagalog
Kuyate* — (“Koo-yah-teh”) gender non-specific term used to address an older sibling or friend
Ading — (“Ah-ding”) gender non-specific term that means “younger sibling” in Ilocano
*not an official word in Tagalog or Ilocano but widely used among Pilipinx-American/Fil-Am Organizations.
What is KAA?
KAA (KuyAte/Ading) is PCE’s mentorship program where new members or “adings” are paired with an older member or “kuyate” and placed in a family through a careful pairing process. For most people, coming to college and making new friends or finding guidance can be a major struggle. This program is intended for members to meet new people and build a strong community where they can truly find their “Home Away From Home.”
In Pilipino culture, the title of “kuya” or “ate” are used to refer to older relatives or friends as a sign of respect for that individual. This also carries over to our program as we want to build a community where everyone can feel a sense of belonging and inclusion.
As one of the most diverse cultural organizations on campus, our KAA program welcomes ANYONE to apply. With every year, the KAA program continues to grow, bringing in people from all walks of life. Whether you’re Filipino or not or hold other commitments to other groups and clubs on campus, we encourage anyone interested to apply or reach out to our Membership Coordinators to learn even more about this program.
Meet our 2023-2024 Membership Coordinators!
Ethan Jamosmos & Ashley Morente