Center for Asian Pacific American Students (CAPAS)
CAPAS aims to promote awareness about issues facing the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) community.

"CAPAS has been my home away from home at Pitzer."
Shanelle L. '25
87%
CAPAS Survey Respondents
Agreed that CAPAS provided a space for them to connect with people from the Pitzer community.
CAPAS seeks to enrich and develop social, intellectual and personal growth in our students by providing APIDA resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
What We Do
- Academic, cultural, and social programming (academic, cultural, and social)
- Sponsorship Program for first-years
- Scholarships, Internships, & Job Opportunities
- 1-on-1 Support
Our Space's Amenities
- TV
- Apple TV
- Study Lounge
- Patio
- Bathroom & Kitchen
- Computer and Free Printing
CAPAS News

Featured
Q&A With Pitzer’s New CAPAS Director
Pitzer’s Center for Asian Pacific American Students Director Dominique Acosta discusses her Filipino American heritage, community organizing, and student leadership research.
Contact Us

Dominique “Nikki” Acosta
- Director for CAPAS