Student Unions and Affinity Groups

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Asian Student Union

AHS.ASU@ashland.k12.or.us

The purpose of ASU is to create a safe environment for any student who identifies as part of the Asian community or as a peer ally, as well as making a space to bond and have fun. ASU is open to all students regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or marital status.

Organize events for AAPL month, and celebrate Lunar New Year

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Black Student Union

AHS.BSU@ashland.k12.or.us

Tuesdays at Lunch, IVC

The purpose of BSU is to bring together any student who identifies as black or African American and their peer allies, to educate the community and empower of Black/African American Students.  BSU is open to all students regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or marital status.

Volunteering, educational/community building activities, trips, leadership opportunities, bonding gatherings

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Latine Student Union

AHS.LSU@ashland.k12.or.us

Thursdays at Lunch, H-39

The purpose of LSU is to create a safe space for any student who identifies as part of the Latin/Hispanic community and peer allies. Students will share experiences and educate others about the difficulties facing the Latinx community.  LSU is open to all students regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or marital status.

Educational/community building activities, attending/hosting Latinx events and cultural awareness activism, holiday observances (such as dia de los muertos, etc.)

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Native American Student Union

AHS.NSU@ashland.k12.or.us

Mondays at Lunch, 208

The purpose of NSU is to provide a space for any student who identifies as part of the indigenous community and their peer allies.  Together, students will engage in cultural activities. NSU is open to all students regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or marital status.

Canoe installation, educate on historical indigenous movements, engage in cultural activities (beading, etc.)

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Queer Straight Alliance (QSA)

AHS.QSA@ashland.k12.or.us

Mondays at Lunch, IVC

The purpose of QSA is to create a safe space for any student who identifies as part of the LGBTQ community and peer allies to gather and to spread awareness on campus.  QSA is open to all students regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or marital status.

Movie nights, fundraisers, t-shirts, etc.

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Women's Affinity Group

AHS.WAF@ashland.k12.or.us

Tuesdays at Lunch, 202

Women's Affinity Group (WAG) raises awareness and challenges social norms and school culture to combat sexism, empower women, and valorize femininity.  WAG is open to all students regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or marital status.

Sexual assault awareness, menstruation and free period products education, update health class curriculum, increase female representation around campus, discuss struggles of living in a patriarchy.