Programs
The Programs Board comprises of the Internship Program, the Kuya Ate Ading Mentorship Program (KAAMP), and Pilipinx Cultural Night (PCN).
The Internship Program educates members through weekly meetings, activities, workshops, and hands-on opportunities to learn effective skills, ideals, and principles related to culture, community, and self in order to cultivate their leadership potential.
The Kuya Ate Ading Mentorship Program (KAAMP) connects members together through Fams who provide positive guidance, a family environment, and mentorship in order to create long-lasting friendships.
Pilipinx Cultural Night (PCN) is AkbayanSJSU's annual Spring production that inspires members to dig deep into themselves and encourage creativity through the arts, foster leadership in the cast, and empower change within the community.
MEET YOUR COORDINATORS!
pcn coordinator
Hello everyone! My name is Faith Lauren Castro (they/she) and I’m a 4th-year Biochemistry major, and part of Mabuhay Fam! I’m proud to serve as your PCN Coordinator for the 2025-2026 academic year!
I joined Akbayan in Fall 2022 and was picked up by my Ate Jessey during KAAMP Mahika. Since then, I’ve been a Fam Rep and became a Cultural Director for PCN 36: This is Why and a Cultural Liaison for PCN 37: Para Sa’yo. My first PCN was PCN 35: Hiraya Manawari, and I’ve also participated in three Friendship Games! The reason I joined Akbayan was to meet new people and create lasting and meaningful connections with others like me. I’m so thankful for Akbayan for giving me my strongest support system and closest friends.
A fun fact about me is that I cosplay in my free time and the largest convention I’ve attended was Anime Expo in the Summer of 2025!
If you want to get to know me a little better, follow my Instagram @kuni.kzshi!
Internship Coordinator
Hello, everyone!
My name is Jessey Luisette Pingol, and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I am a 5th year Biomedical Engineering major with a minor in Asian American Studies, and I’m part of Mabuhay Fam. I’m honored to serve as your Internship Coordinator for the 2025-2026 academic year!
I first joined Akbayan in Fall 2021 and was picked up during KAAMP Galaxy by my Kuya Andrew! Since then, I’ve joined AK Cultural Dance Troupe, been a Fam Rep, and became a Masaya Intern.
One of the most meaningful parts of my AK journey has been being involved in PCN. I’ve had the privilege of performing in multiple productions, serving on different Cores, and most proudly, taking on the role of SOL 47’s PCN Coordinator, producing PCN 36: This Is Why. Shout out to the PCN 36 cast and KOREagatan!
I’m so excited for what’s ahead in this year’s Internship Program. My goal is to spark inspiration, love, and empowerment in the next generation of Pilipinx American leaders. I feel so grateful to have the support of this community as we guide and uplift our Interns throughout the school year and beyond.
If you’d like to connect or get to know me more, follow me on Instagram @jessey.luisette!