ALEC FRESNO
Grow, connect, and celebrate Lao heritage. Let’s harness the Power in the Present together! ພະລັງງານໃນປັດຈຸບັນ
May 23, 2025
9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Fresno State, Satellite Student Union,
2485 E San Ramon Ave, Fresno, CA 93710
Join us for the 7th Annual Laotian-American Educational Conference
Open invitation to all 7th to 12th grade students. Lunch provided. For FUSD students, you can register with your counselor or Cultural Director. School permission slips are required.
If you’re in Clovis, Central or Sanger, please fill out the registration below and inform your counselor about attending this educational conference. You are responsible for securing your own transportation to and from Fresno State.
The Annual Laotian-American Educational Conference is open to all who are interested in participating, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.
Connect with Lao Professionals and Community Mentors
Learn Lao Culture and Meet New Friends
Explore Career Paths and Plan your Financial Future
Keynote Speaker: Sue Thammavongsa
Sou Thammavongsa is a multi-talented beauty pageant titleholder, healthcare professional, model, and occasional singer originally from upstate New York. She made history as the first person to represent Laos at the World International Organization competitions, where she was crowned Ms. Global World International 2024 and most recently, Ms. Universe World International 2025 on April 11th, 2025!
Beyond the stage, Sou is dedicated to community advocacy and healthcare education. She serves as a spokesmodel for TeiSpa Beauty and is a familiar face on fashion runways. Her work reflects a deep commitment to representation, wellness, and empowerment.
ALEC Theme: Power in the Present
This theme reflects our commitment to uplifting students in their current journeys—recognizing their resilience, creativity, and cultural identity as powerful forces shaping their futures. It’s also inspired by the work of Lao-Canadian writer Souvankham Thammavongsa, whose stories amplify the strength found in everyday moments.