What is TCA?
Teo Chew, Chiu-Chow, Chao-Zhou, Taejiu, TrieuChau, Diojiu . . . no matter how you say it, it's one and the same.
Although this language and culture is referred to by a variety of names, Teo-Chew is unknown to many, and some students don’t even identify themselves as Teo-Chew because many of them have integrated identities (i.e. Chinese, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Thai, French, Philippine, Australian). We are so dispersed, it's important to bridge the gaps between us as a community.
The Teo-Chew Association (TCA) at UCLA provides a place where students can meet and connect with other Teo-Chew people to strengthen and preserve our culture, language, and heritage. As a member, you will meet amazing people, participate in fun events, and create unforgettable memories as a part of our TCA family!
*You don't have to be Teo-Chew to join our organization. We are an all inclusive organization meant to highlight Teo-Chew culture specifically, but we still honor and respect all members regardless of gender orientation, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, language, school membership and ability.
Although this language and culture is referred to by a variety of names, Teo-Chew is unknown to many, and some students don’t even identify themselves as Teo-Chew because many of them have integrated identities (i.e. Chinese, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Thai, French, Philippine, Australian). We are so dispersed, it's important to bridge the gaps between us as a community.
The Teo-Chew Association (TCA) at UCLA provides a place where students can meet and connect with other Teo-Chew people to strengthen and preserve our culture, language, and heritage. As a member, you will meet amazing people, participate in fun events, and create unforgettable memories as a part of our TCA family!
*You don't have to be Teo-Chew to join our organization. We are an all inclusive organization meant to highlight Teo-Chew culture specifically, but we still honor and respect all members regardless of gender orientation, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, language, school membership and ability.
Our Mission
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Affiliations
We are everywhere! Our sister TCAs are located throughout the various University of California campuses - such as UCI and UCSD - which we hold quarterly joint socials with!
We are also affiliated with the older generation Southern California Teo-Chew Association located in the Los Angeles' Chinatown; as well as with Gaginang, a non-profit organization based in Northern California.
We are also affiliated with the older generation Southern California Teo-Chew Association located in the Los Angeles' Chinatown; as well as with Gaginang, a non-profit organization based in Northern California.