QPOCA – Queer People of Color Association
OPOC Association (OPOCA) is a student run organization consisting of QPOC and other allies committed to fostering a community and safe space by and for all queer students of color. This organization is dedicated to celebrating the diverse experiences and unique culture (s) of QPOC and aims to emphasize and bring awareness to how different intersecting identities can affect students' positionalities and experiences both on and off Santa Clara University campus. We achieve this by serving, educating, and building a supportive community through open discussions, activism, and bonding.
Co-Chairs
Angela Zhao (she/they)
Hi, my name is Angela and I am a third year Computer Science and Engineering Major. In my free time, I like to sketch my favorite characters and create digital art. I have recently been designing and printing my own stickers. I am excited to be one of the co-chairs for QPOCA and I’m looking forward to seeing y’all at our upcoming events :)
Maya Vasudev (they/them, she/her)
Hello! My name is Maya, and I’m a third year Psychology major and graphic design minor. I’m from Los Gatos, CA and I am one of the co-chairs for QPOCA (SCU’s Queer People of Color Association).
I’m really excited for the SCU queer community to see what QPOCA has in store for them this year, and can’t wait to meet all the new faces!
Some of my hobbies include music (I play piano, guitar, and occasionally produce my own music), fashion, makeup, advocacy/community engagement, and film! Looking forward to a great and memorable year with you all!
Executive board
MCC Representative
Arran Kooner
Secretary
Omar Medina
Events Coordinator
Eli Thangam
Treasurer
Chandace Akirin Apacanis
Community Outreach Coordinator
Isabella Williams
PR Coordinator
Jonah Zhang
Community Development Coordinator
Kyara Garner
Culture Show Coordinator
Erin Wu
First-Year Representatives
QPOCA’s Events
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Cultural Gala - QPOCA culture show to showcase queer culture across diverse cultures
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Qpocalypse - A queer market and resource fair highlighting local community organizations, vendors, and performers at SCU