Welcome to the American Samoa Community College Samoa Studies Institute Book Page.
Welcome to the American Samoa Community College Samoa Studies Institute Book Page.
The Students Association for Fa'asamoa (SAFF) at American Samoa Community College (ASCC) is one of the school's most active student organizations, overseen by the Samoan Studies Institute. Its primary goal is to promote and preserve Samoan culture, arts, and values.
The association's mission is to support its members, particularly those in the Samoan Studies program, by serving as an academic and cultural support group. SAFF students often engage in cultural performances for special events, both locally and internationally. For instance in 2014, SAFF was selected to represent American Samoa at the Pacific Festival of Arts, and members traveled to the Solomon Islands, where they performed and practiced traditional Samoan protocol. This kind of hands-on learning helps students deepen their understanding of their heritage and reinforce the cultural values that are central to the college's mission, such as respect for tradition and culture.
Information on how to join a student club at ASCC, including the Students Association for Fa'asamoa, can typically be found through the Student Government Association (SGA) office. Prospective members can visit the SGA office, located in the Multi-Purpose Center on the first floor, to inquire about joining. For more specific information about SAFF, you can contact the Samoan Studies Institute at the college.