Royal Roads University honours the contributions of people of Asian descent in our university and beyond.
People of Asian descent were integral in the development of the grounds where our university now resides. Much of Hatley Park, which is now the Royal Roads campus, exists because of the labour, hard work and vision of Asian immigrants and visitors.
During Asian heritage month and throughout the year at Royal Roads, we celebrate the Asian heritage that has made our university and society immeasurably richer. We join together to fight pervasive and enduring anti-Asian racism. And we remember and acknowledge our shared history.
Thank you to everyone, in particular the Royal Roads members of Asian ancestry, who contributed their time and perspectives to this page.
Asian Heritage Month: RRU students celebrate their roots
Eight students, representing six Asian countries and five RRU programs talk about their heritage, this month and how they stay connected to their roots.
President Steenkamp: Royal Roads celebrates Asian Heritage Month
Intercultural communication expert Prof. Juana Du joins President Philip Steenkamp for a discussion about understanding and collaboration across cultures.
Explore the RRU Library's digital display
The RRU Library's highlighted resources explore various facets of Asian heritage in Canada and across the world, with a focus on themes of relevance to the RRU community.
Discover Asian voices and representation in popular media, contemporary experiences of anti-Asian racism, climate vulnerability and sustainable development in Asia, and stories of immigration and injustice in BC and Canada, including the story of the gardeners who designed Hatley Park's own Japanese gardens.
2024 Community Events
Voices
Watch for new content all month long.
Societies and groups
RRU
Royal Roads University's Anti-Racism Task Force
President’s Steering Committee on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
BC
Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia: Celebrating Asian Heritage Month
Canada
Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada
University partners
We are proud to partner with universities in Korea, Japan and Vietnam