Graduating Seniors

Congratulations to the Class of 2012!

Ritchie KongValence Chung Handal

David Chau An Hoang

Mariah ThongHenry Tang Kanica Yiep

Caylee SoNina NguyenEric Lyv Tan Nguyen

ing family-like bonds within our organization. In doing so, we learn about our history and our roots, in addition to gaining a better understanding of our ourselves to shape our identity. The Cambodian Student Associa-tion has worked tirelessly, making endless sacrifices to turn our visions and dreams of our show into reality. Tonight you will witness our amazing members in action as they showcase their appreciation andinterpretation of the Khmer culture. We proudly present to you, “We All Have Stories.” Enjoy the show!

- Joanna Hang and Lydia KimCo-Presidents 2011-2012

“A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin, and culture is like a tree without roots.” - Marcus Garvey

Chum Reap Suo! (Hello) Family, friends, university colleagues, com-munity leaders, sponsors, members of the Khmer Student Coalition, alumni, and distin-guished guests, we welcome you on behalf of the Cambodian Student Association of California State University, Fullerton. Every year, we strive to promote, protect, and preserve the Khmer culture by establish-

Presidents’ Message

2011-12 Board

Mission StatementWe strive to support and promote awareness and to address a variety of subjects that relate to the Cambodian-American community. Ourpurpose is to share cultural appreciation with all interested students, alumni, faculty, and staff at CSUF and surrounding communities.

Co-PresidentJoanna Hang

Co-PresidentLydia Kim

SecretaryAnnie Uy

Social Chair/TreasurerMariah Thong

AICA RepresentativeHighlong Kay

WebmasterNatalie Chau

Student AdvisorDavid Chau

Synopsis

CCN Coordinator’s MessageOn behalf of the Cambodian Student Association, I would like to welcome you to our 5th annual Cambodian Culture Night. CSA has been working toward CCN since the warm summer days of August to the light breezes of March. During these past few months, it has been an honor to have worked side by side with a group of dedicated individuals who share the same goals that I have to make this night

A grain of rice may be worth nothing to one person, but to another it may be worth everything. “We All Have Stories” intertwines the journey of a humble grandmother and the importance of rice before, during, and after war-torn Cambodia. Watch as she triumphs through adversity in rebuilding what quality of life she has left while she makes her transi-tion into the land of freedom. Every chapter of the grandmother’s life unfolds through the narration of a mother to her ungrateful daughter who needs a lesson in culture, family history, and life.

possible. With that said I would like to thank the backstage crew, actors, and dancers for presenting “We All Have Stories” through the depic-tion of both the beauty of our culture along with our haunting past. As a collective, CSA would like to thank AICA, ASI, Spirit of Khmer Angkor, Khmer Arts Academy, CSA’s alumni, sponsors, donors, families, and friends for making this night possible. And finally, we would like to thank you for your attendance tonight and hope you enjoy our show.

-Mariah ThongSocial Chair/Treasurer 2011-2012

OutlinePre-show INTRODUCTIONHosts’ WelcomePresidents’ SpeechNational Anthem by Destiny VongSavada Khmer by Candy VongRobam Jun Por (Blessing Dance) by Spirit of Khmer Angkor Scene 1: “Don’t Throw That Away!”Scene 2: “It’s Time You Learned”Scene 3: “Sisterly Love”Robam Chrout Srov (Rice Harvesting Dance) by CSA membersScene 4: “Leaving Home”Scene 5: “First Day of School”Robam Preah Thong (Classical Dance Canon) by Khmer Arts Academy written by Prum Sodun OkCSA’s 4th Annual Children’s Book Donation Project by John Hickok

INTERMISSIONRoll Call Scene 6: “One Day”Phlett (Fan Dance) by Spirit of Khmer AngkorScene 7: “An Interrupted Dinner”Scene 8: “We All Have Stories”Scene 9: “Caught”Scene 10: “Missing”Scene 11: “On Our Own”Scene 12: “Upon Coincidence”Scene 13: “Bridging the Gap” CCN Video made by Anthony TesCurtain CallAcknowledgements

Actors and Actresses

NancyKhristina Kun

RothaNina Nguyen

Srey BeStephanie Keam

SochendaAnnie Uy

ArunTommy Mam

VisethHenry Tang

Solder #1Johnny Sok

Solder #2Joe Goldberg

HostsTired of being a product of hisenvironment, Darren Kong (left) began his journey onto the path of righteousness at the tender age of seven. Curiosity andpassion soon enveloped his young mind as he immersed himself in his magnificent Khmer culture. As a recent graduate of Ethnic Studies with a concentration in Asian American Studies, he hopes to inspire Khmer and at-risk youth to become the change they wish to see in the world.

Sabby Leng (right) is the only daughter of Khmer refugees. This first generation college-bound woman found her passion in helping others and her communities at large. Her curiosity placed her in an Asian American course that would change her life into the female activist she is today. As a chapter leader of the National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum of Orange County, she aspires to be the Khmer Oprah of her community.

Robam Chrout Srov Dancers (Rice Harvesting Dance)

Rice Stealer #2Peter Phan

Rice Stealer #3John Do

Field WorkerCathy Nguyen

Rice Stealer #1Highlong Kay

Sick Wife

Tiffany Law

Husband of Sick WifeNicholas Nguyen

Soldier #3

Nancy Tran

Actors and Actresses (continued)

Daughter of Sick WifeNatalie Chau

Khristina Kun Stephanie Keam Annie Uy Natalie Chau

Dancers (continued)

Props SpecialistsHighlong KayJoe Goldberg Henry TangJohnny Sok

John Do

Darren Kong

Henry Tang

Paula Thach

Tan Nguyen

Johnny Sok

Paul Thang

Highlong Kay

Joe Goldberg

Tevisophea Heng

Lala Soum

Peter Phan

The Spirit of Khmer Angkor

SKA would like to dedicate tonight’s performances to Lok Pou Pich Yon.

You have exemplified a true passion for the Cambodian Arts and Culture, and have dedicated your life to its preservation, for the assurance that future generations of Cambodian Americans will continue this legacy.

SKA is a reflection of your passion and we extend to you our deepest gratitude. We send you love and pray for a speedy recovery. We love you Lok Pou Yon!

We are a non-profit organization that focuses in providing economic assistance to improve the health and well being of the people in Cambodia by providing humanitarian support to the orphanages through proceeds from grants, donations, and fundraising. While providing aid to promote better living condition for the children in Cambodia, CFAHRF also preserves the Cambodia traditional culture through the fine art of classical and folk dances by offering a dance class tochildren and young adults in the community. In addition, the dance class provides a recreation for the children and young adults in the community and helps keep them from engaging in unwanted activities.

Cambodian Fine Art Heritage

Relief Foundation

Cambodian dancers can make a real difference for Cambodian orphans!

Contact InformationPhone: (562) 472-7765 or (714) 510-1643Email: cfahrf@yahoo.comTax ID: 27-4219465

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Acknowledgements & SponsorsAi NguyenAnthony TesAuto Parts Inc.Best PrintingBorann DuongCambodian Fine Arts Heritage Relief FoundationCambodian Culture and Arts AssociationChanra and Dahlia ChhithChopsin TattsCSUF ASAM DepartmentCSUF CSA Alumni AssociationDarren KongDela Seuse MassageDenise FryeDon TokEighth ElementJames Y. Lee / Nancy J. LeeKH MarketKhmer Arts AcademyKhmer Student CoalitionKim's AutoLinda TangLong SivMarin SokMary's VideoMekong Market

Melinda UngMichael SengMkott PichMonorom RestaurantNaroeun ChheanNtryTV.comOm KhanPailin JewelryPeter UngPhnom Pich PharmacyPich KiriPreah Vihear Pro. & Rasmey Hang MeasProper Hair / Brian R. GriffithSabby LengSean Seafood MarketSereysophornSocheat KuchSpirit of Khmer AngkorSumyra DuySon Long ThachTap's Auto BodyThe Cambodian FamilyThe Chau FamilyThe Kim FamilyThe Tang FamilyTony HengVIP Nails