Our Mission

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ALI UChicago was founded to empower AAPI students by bridging the gap between their academic experiences and professional aspirations. We are committed to building a community where students support each other, gain real-world skills, and empower individuals to achieve their own aspirations. Whether launching a venture, exploring career paths, or finding like-minded peers, ALI UChicago strives to empower AAPI students to build confidence, access opportunities, and create meaningful impact in their communities and careers.

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Applications for chapter membership and Asian Futures in Finance open
Fall Quarter of 2026

Our Focus Areas

Leadership Development:

Through mentorship and hands-on experience, we look to support and cultivate confident leaders who can drive innovation and change to inspire others within their industries.

Community Building:

Community is a fundamental part of ALI. We hope to create a space where like-minded individuals can find support and build lifelong connections that can strengthen both their personal and professional lives.

Professional Readiness:

Through workshops, speaker events, and competitions, we aim to provide the tools, guidance, and networking opportunities to help students navigate any career path they choose to take.

Initiatives:

Asian Futures in Finance

Asian Futures in Law

Asian Futures in Medicine

ALI Summit

ALI Builds Hackathon x UChicago Polsky Center

Events

Hyphen Capital Asian Lead Venture Capital

Our Core Values

Leadership Development

At the core of our approach is empowerment and support. We are dedicated to fostering leadership development and providing a supportive environment for aspiring professionals.

Diversity and Inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive community for all professionals under the AAPI umbrella.

Professional Growth

We prioritize the professional growth of our members and provide resources for continuous development and advancement within their careers.

Mentorship

Mentorship is fundamental to our approach, and we aim to connect aspiring professionals with experienced mentors who can guide and support their career journey.

Representation

We are committed to supporting professional growth across diverse professional fields. Our goal is to empower individuals to enhance their skills and advance their careers in their respective paths.