Frequently Asked Questions

Campus Taiwanese American Student Associations are independent, student-run clubs at individual colleges or universities that cater to their local campus communities. ITASA is a national umbrella organization that connects these independent campus groups. ITASA provides national resources, hosts regional conferences, arranges mentorship opportunities, and facilitates intercollegiate networking.

ITASA recruits officers every year, some on a rolling basis. All ITASA officers serve as volunteers. Approach an ITASA officer at an event or contact us for more information about volunteering for ITASA. ITASA officers are usually college students or recent graduates.

ITASA’s programming is geared towards undergraduate college students. However, high school students and recent graduates do regularly attend our events.

No, ITASA does not discriminate against a certain identity, race, ethnicity, national origin, or political belief. Having an interest in Taiwan is the one thing all attendees and volunteers have in common.

ITASA is run by a National Board composed of college student volunteers who manage day-to-day operations and national projects. The National Board works alongside a Board of Directors to ensure organizational continuity, oversight, and strategic development.

As of now, ITASA mainly gets its funds through donations from businesses, foundations, other non-profits, schools, and individuals. We also received grants from the various Taipei Economic and Cultural Offices around the country, usually for organizing local cultural events.

ITASA maintains an Alumni Network that allows former officers and student leaders to remain involved, support ongoing mentorship initiatives, and attend community events.

ITASA is not a political organization, so we don’t promote any political cause. We respect all mainstream political viewpoints in Taiwan and encourage rational and open discussion on all things related to Taiwan.