2026 Geisel Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month Celebration
The theme for this year is “Our Cultures in Bloom,” celebrating the living, breathing tapestry of communities that make up the Asian diaspora here at Geisel. This month, we honor those stories — particularly as it relates to home, memories, and food— as we celebrate common connections and ways our differences make us stronger and more vibrant. Through shared meals, powerful stories, moments of learning, and celebration, our APIDA Heritage Month events are the soil where community takes root.
We invite you to join us, as the DICE Office, the Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association (APAMSA), the South Asian Medical Student Association (SAMSA), MPH students, the Center for Digestive Health, and the Office of Pluralism and Leadership (OPAL) come together this May, to celebrate the 2026 Geisel APIDA Heritage Month. All Geisel students, staff, faculty, and community members are welcome!
Night Market
Night markets across the Pan Asian community represent a place of sustenance, for both food and community. Mass Row will be lined with cuisines from regions across Asia and Pacifika. Staffed with student volunteers and enlivened by diverse music and games, this night market presents the opportunity of festive cultural exchange. Food available while supplies last! This event is in partnership with the Office of Pluralism and Leadership (OPAL).
Be sure to check out the awesome students from the Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association (APAMSA) and South Asian Medical Student Association (SAMSA) representing Geisel at their tables! 🤩
Cultures in Brine: Pickling Workshop
Join us for a presentation on the history of pickling, the cultural significance of pickles in different Asian cultures, and overall benefits of eating pickles and fermented foods led by clinical dietician, Tara Fredette, MS, RD, LDN, CSOWM. After the presentation, participants will be making their own pickles using a recipe! Bring your own glass jar with a lid if you wish to participate. A limited amount of glass jars will be available on a first come, first serve basis.
Additional Programming for Community Members
For information on Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month events and programs held through the Dartmouth College, please click here: Dartmouth AAPI Heritage Month
Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month Archive at Geisel School of Medicine
Geisel Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month Archive