Hmong at OSU Records, 2001-2018
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Hmong at OSU (Oregon State University)
- Title
- Hmong at OSU Records
- Dates
- 2001-2018 (inclusive)20012018
- Quantity
- 502.16 megabytes, (316 files)
- Collection Number
- MSS HmongOSU
- Summary
- The Hmong at Oregon State University (OSU) Records provide insight into the operations of the Hmong at OSU student organization. This student organization was founded to foster awareness of Hmong culture at OSU, as well as provide social support and skill-building opportunities for members of the organization.
The entire collection is digital and fully available upon patron request or for use in the SCARC reading room. - Repository
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Oregon State University Libraries, Special Collections and Archives Research Center
Special Collections and Archives Research Center
121 The Valley Library
Oregon State University
Corvallis OR
97331-4501
Telephone: 5417372075
Fax: 5417378674
scarc@oregonstate.edu - Access Restrictions
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The collection is open for research. The entire collection is digital and fully available upon patron request or for use in the SCARC reading room.
- Languages
- English, Hmong
Historical Note
Founded in 2001, Hmong at OSU is a student group at Oregon State University dedicated to fostering awareness of Hmong culture at OSU and in the surrounding communities. Hmong at OSU also provides leadership skills, social skills, social and emotional support, and educational support to its members. Hmong at OSU has conducted a number of outreach events over the past two decades, including skits, potlucks, sports events, and speaking events. Hmong at OSU has been an active member of ISOSU - International Students of Oregon State University - and often collaborates with ISOSU and other student groups to raise awareness of diverse cultures and communities at Oregon State University. While they generally are referred to as Hmong at OSU, the official name of the organization is HMONG, an acronym for Hmong Minority Opportunity Nationality Group and Awareness.
The term Hmong refers to an ethnic group with a specific language and culture. The Hmong originally come from China, but many migrated to various countries in southeast Asia, particularly Laos, Vietnam, and Thailand, in the 1800s due to land expansion by the Chinese government. In the 1960s, the United States sought out Hmong people to participate in the Cold War against communist leaders in southeast Asia. Unfortunately, after the Vietnam War, Hmong people were persecuted by local communist governments due to their support of the U.S. government. As a result, many Hmong people fled their homes and sought asylum in the United States, leading to a significant Hmong population throughout the country.
Content Description
The Hmong at Oregon State University (OSU) Records provide insight into the operations of the Hmong at OSU student organization. This student organization was founded to foster awareness of Hmong culture at OSU, as well as provide social support and skill-building opportunities for members of the organization.
The materials cover a range of topics related to the organization, administration, and operations of Hmong at OSU between the years of 2001 and 2018. These materials include meeting minutes, promotional materials, event documentation, financial documents, awards, photographs, and a variety of other material demonstrating the functions of the organization and their role in student life at OSU.
The collection consists of one series, with 18 digital folders; the materials are arranged in chronological order by academic year.
File formats include: .flac, .jpg, .pdf, .xls, .png, .mpg. .rtf, .bmp, .tif
Use of the Collection
Preferred Citation
Hmong at OSU Records (MSS HmongOSU), Oregon State University Special Collections and Archives Research Center, Corvallis, Oregon.
Administrative Information
Arrangement
The materials are arranged in chronological order by academic year.
Acquisition Information
This collection was acquired from Reagan Le in 2020
Related Materials
Related Special Collections and Archives Research Center's collections include the Student Club and Organization Records (RG 276), International Students of Oregon State University (ISOSU) Records (RG 247), Oregon Multicultural Archives Oral History Collection (OH 18), and the Diversity Development Office Records (RG 228). The University Publications Photographs (P 094) include numerous images of student cultural events on campus. The Hmong at OSU Records collection is a part of the Oregon Multicultural Archives.
Detailed Description of the Collection
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Series 1: Hmong at OSU Records, 2001-2018
This series contains documents related to the operations of the Hmong at OSU student organization, covering the years 2001 to 2018. These materials include but are not limited to meeting minutes, event flyers and promotional materials, budgetary information, awards, and photographs.
In some folders, only a sample of the materials are described and not every single item is listed.
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Description: Hmong at OSU55.5 MB, 41 files
These undated materials include, but are not limited to, a 3 minute .flac audio file called "Hmong Song", a draft of the organization's constitution, contact lists, interview questions, Hmong Night event materials, officer lists, a Hmong skit script, information about a trip to Seattle, images and order lists for t-shirts, ISOSU materials, and general OSU student clubs information. Please be aware that this folder contains content in the Hmong language.
Dates: undated -
Description: Hmong at OSU1.08 MB, 1 file
Constitution of the Hmong Minority Opportunity Nationality Group and Awareness.
Dates: 2001-2002 -
Description: Hmong at OSU4.61 MB, 11 files
A certificate for a 2002 fall term event, an annual recognition form for the organization, a revised constitution, an organizational brochure and poster text with “fast facts” and definitions, and a script for a skit describing various aspects of the Hmong community.
Dates: 2002-2003 -
Description: Hmong at OSU8.26 MB, 21 files
Certificates, an event evaluation form and ticket, event brochures and flyers, meeting minutes, committee lists, constitution, budget information, officer duties descriptions, and template documents for ticket distribution and volunteer lists.
Dates: 2003-2004 -
Description: Hmong at OSU245 MB, 67 files
Community photographs, event promotional materials, event planning and administrative documents, ticket templates, meeting minutes, budget information, a scrapbook, celebration nominations, contact information, Hmong skit script and planning documents, calendars, and a HMONG informational video. This folder also contains material relating to the ISOSU Sports Showcase. These materials include a flyer, photos of the event, food recipes, game instructions, and a video script.
Dates: 2004-2005 -
Description: Hmong at OSU30.4 MB, 50 files
Thank you cards, budget information, event promotional materials, event planning and administrative documents, event ticket templates, meeting minutes, an event calendar, Habitat for Humanity information, volunteer lists, guest lists, Hmong skit script, and a volleyball roster.
Dates: 2005-2006 -
Description: Hmong at OSU3.86 MB, 4 files
Awards and budget information.
Dates: 2006-2007 -
Description: Hmong at OSU16.1 MB, 31 files
Meeting agendas and notes, event promotional materials and planning documents, email correspondence, ISOSU leadership meeting minutes, the API Council constitution, a calendar, and a volunteer list.
Dates: 2007-2008 -
Description: Hmong at OSU7.27 MB, 15 files
Meeting agendas and notes, event sign-up sheets, Northwest Student Leadership Conference brochure, and a club calendar.
Dates: 2008-2009 -
Description: Hmong at OSU14.6 MB, 4 files
Posters and tickets for A Lifetime of Hmong event, award for “Most Dedicated Affiliate”.
Dates: 2009-2010 -
Description: Hmong at OSU23.6 MB, 2 files
Tickets for the Hmong New Year Celebration, award for “Excellence in Program Development”.
Dates: 2010-2011 -
Description: Hmong at OSU22.3 MB, 29 files
An event calendar, the ISOSU constitution, meeting minutes, emails about the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, event sign-up sheets, financial management documents, event information, award for “Best Cultural Night Costumes”.
Dates: 2011-2012 -
Description: Hmong at OSU6.69 MB, 4 files
A thank you card, organizational awards and certificates.
Dates: 2012-2013 -
Description: Hmong at OSU43.6 MB, 21 files
Photographs of club members, event flyers and brochures, event tickets, student organization information, and event planning documents.
Dates: 2013-2014 -
Description: Hmong at OSU5.26 MB, 6 files
Event flyers, programs, and planning documents for the event: Hmong Lub Neej Tshiab The New Life, Hmong National Development Conference sign-up sheet.
Dates: 2014-2015 -
Description: Hmong at OSU10.0 MB, 5 files
Event flyers for Journey to the East, event planning and administrative documents.
Dates: 2015-2016 -
Description: Hmong at OSU3.99 MB, 3 files
Event flyers for A Daughter’s Sacrifice, budget for Hmong Night.
Dates: 2016-2017 -
Description: Hmong at OSU0.04 MB, 1 file
Event flyer for Hmong Night.
Dates: 2017-2018
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Hmong Americans--Oregon--Corvallis.
- Minority college students--Oregon--Corvallis.
- Student activities--Oregon--Corvallis.
Form or Genre Terms
- Born digital.
- Digital images.
