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

Maxine Rajan (She/They)

Co-Chair
Hi, my name is Maxine and I am a second year Computer Science Major. In my free time I like to develop games and be engaged with local communities. I look forward to being the Co-Chair of QPOCA, putting on fun events for members, and creating a safe space for QPOC students at SCU!
krajan@scu.edu
Angela Zhou (She/They)

Co-Chair
Hi, my name is Angela and I am a fourth year Computer Science and Engineering Major. In my free time, I like creating art and I occasionally do art commissions. 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!
azhou@scu.edu

Executive board

MCC Representative

Robert Bolival

Secretary

Tisa Nguyen

Events Coordinator

Treasurer

Sola Fernando

Community Outreach Coordinator

PR Coordinator

Mai Chavez Magana

Big + Little Coordinator

Helen Hao

Community Development Coordinator

Isabella Williams

Culture Show Coordinator

Erin Wu

First-Year Representatives

QPOCA’s Events

Cultural Gala - QPOCA culture show to showcase queer culture across diverse cultures
Qpocalypse - A queer market and resource fair highlighting local community organizations, vendors, and performers at SCU
Queer Quince - A Quincenera celebration for queer students of color, with cultural shows and a party