Volume 1: Issue 4 November 14, 2007
Inside This Issue:
What Does Your Chinese
Zodiac Say About You? ..2‐4
Announcements………………5
Events Calendar……………….6
Chinese Zodiac History
The most well‐known of the Chinese zodiac legends states that
News:
Buddha invited the animals to participate in a race. The prize was a coveted
position on the Come support CASA at I‐Fair
on Friday, November 16,
Chinese Zodiac
2007. We will be selling
calendar. The first food and Jasmine & Phoenix
12 animals to cross will be performing!
the river would
appear on the
This will be our last meeting
Chinese Zodiac of the semester. Good luck
calendar in the order in which they completed the race. The first animal to on your finals and have a
make it across the finish line according to Chinese Zodiac legends and safe winter break. See you
on January 23, 2007 for our
mythology was the rat. It seems unlikely that such a small animal could win
first spring meeting!
such a strenuous race, especially when one considers all the contenders.
Chinese Zodiac legends and mythology explains that the rat used Word of the Day:
his brain rather than his brawn. It hitched a ride on what it perceived was
the mightiest swimmer. Just before the buffalo reached the shore, the rat
jumped off the buffalo’s back and crossed the finish line before the buffalo,
Wŏ ài nĭ – I Love You
putting the rat in first place. The buffalo came in second and as promised in
the legends and mythology, was the second animal listed on the Chinese
Zodiac. The tiger, also being strong, came in third, followed by the rabbit “Everything has its beauty,
that jumped his way across and was helped during the last stretch by the but not everyone sees it.”
‐‐ Confucius
dragon. A snake hid in the hoof of the horse which is how it managed to
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make it across the river. At the last minute the snake jumped out and scared the horse into seventh place.
The sheep, monkey and rooster helped one another across and earned their spots on the calendar as well. The
dog made it too, but decided a bath was more important than the position which is why it came in eleventh. Finally, the
pig appeared and is listed last. According to Chinese Zodiac legends and mythology, the pig feasted and rested half‐way
through the race, but made it across guaranteeing its position.
What Does Your Zodiac Say About You?
Rat‐ 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996
Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rat are quick‐witted, clever, charming, sharp and
funny. They have excellent taste, are a good friend and are generous and loyal to others considered
part of its pack. Motivated by money, can be greedy, is ever curious, seeks knowledge and welcomes
challenges. Compatible with Dragon or Monkey.
Ox‐ 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997
Another of the powerful Chinese Zodiac signs, the Ox is steadfast, solid, a goal‐oriented leader,
detail‐oriented, hard‐working, stubborn, serious and introverted but can feel lonely and insecure.
Takes comfort in friends and family and is a reliable, protective and strong companion. Compatible
with Snake or Rooster.
Tiger‐ 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998
Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Tiger are authoritative, self‐possessed, have strong
leadership qualities, are charming, ambitious, courageous, warm‐hearted, highly seductive, moody,
intense, and they’re ready to pounce at any time. Compatible with Horse or Dog.
Rabbit‐ 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999
Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rabbit enjoy being surrounded by family and
friends. They’re popular, compassionate, sincere, and they like to avoid conflict and are sometimes
seen as pushovers. Rabbits enjoy home and entertaining at home. Compatible with Goat or Pig.
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Dragon‐ 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000
A powerful sign, those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Dragon are energetic and warm‐
hearted, charismatic, lucky at love and egotistic. They’re natural born leaders, good at giving
orders and doing what’s necessary to remain on top. Compatible with Monkey and Rat.
Snake‐ 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001
Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Snake are seductive, gregarious, introverted,
generous, charming, good with money, analytical, insecure, jealous, slightly dangerous, smart, they
rely on gut feelings, are hard‐working and intelligent. Compatible with Rooster or Ox.
Horse‐ 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002
Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Horse love to roam free. They’re energetic, self‐
reliant, money‐wise, and they enjoy traveling, love and intimacy. They’re great at seducing, sharp‐
witted, impatient and sometimes seen as a drifter. Compatible with Dog or Tiger.
Goat‐ 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003
Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Goat enjoy being alone in their thoughts. They’re
creative, thinkers, wanderers, unorganized, high‐strung and insecure, and can be anxiety‐ridden.
They need lots of love, support and reassurance. Appearance is important too. Compatible with Pig
or Rabbit.
Monkey‐ 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004
Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Monkey thrive on having fun. They’re energetic,
upbeat, and good at listening but lack self‐control. They like being active and stimulated and enjoy
pleasing self before pleasing others. They’re heart‐breakers, not good at long‐term relationships,
morals are weak. Compatible with Rat or Dragon.
Rooster‐ 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005
Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rooster are practical, resourceful, observant,
analytical, straightforward, trusting, honest, perfectionists, neat and conservative. Compatible with
Ox or Snake.
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Dog‐ 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006
Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Dog are loyal, faithful, honest, distrustful, often
guilty of telling white lies, temperamental, prone to mood swings, dogmatic, and sensitive. Dogs
excel in business but have trouble finding mates. Compatible with Tiger or Horse.
Pig‐ 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007
Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Pig are extremely nice, good‐mannered and tasteful.
They’re perfectionists who enjoy finer things but are not perceived as snobs. They enjoy helping
others and are good companions until someone close crosses them, then look out! They’re
intelligent, always seeking more knowledge, and exclusive. Compatible with Rabbit or Goat.
Write Your Chinese Zodiac Character Here!
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APAC:
Level Up Leadership Conference: January 26, 2008 at the University of Central Florida
A conference on Asian American issues, finding inspiration and cultural identity. Level Up is open to all students, not just
freshmen. Visit www.apac.ucf.edu for more information.
I-Fair:
The International Student Association, in conjunction with the International Services Center, would like to invite
students and faculty and staff members to the 18th annual International Fair on Friday, November 16, 2007, in the
Pegasus Ballroom of the Student Union. The fair begins with a flag parade at 9:15 a.m., and the doors officially open
from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The International Fair is the largest cultural event on the UCF campus and brings together
several different organizations. The organizations will have their individual booths set up to showcase their culture, and
many will have food as well as performances, which will begin at 11:30 a.m.
Jasmine & Phoenix Dance Troupe at Tour of Asia:
On October 21, 2007, CASA’s Dance Troupe, Jasmine & Phoenix debuted at the Asian American Student Association’s
Tour of Asia Showcase. They performed a traditional fan dance with a mix of hip‐hop dancing. The Dance Troupe
consisted of 12 girls: Yan Chen, Alissa Choi, Lara Contreras, Elizabeth Eng, Carmina Lao, Christiana Luciano, Helen Tran,
May Wong, June Wong, Sara Wong, Lina Yu and Alice Zhu. Congratulations to Jasmine & Phoenix for a wonderful
performance! If you missed out on the performance, check on CASA’s Facebook group for the videos!
T-Shirts!
We all know you’ve all been waiting for them! Well here is your chance to grab your own CASA t‐shirt! T‐shirts will be
sold at every meeting for $10. Get them while they’re hot and here!
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Events Calendar:
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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CASA General I-Fair @ Pegasus
Meeting Ballroom
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Thanksgiving No School
25 26 27 28 29 30 December 1
ASA Gingerbread
Making Meeting
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Classes End Final Exams Final Exams Final Exams Final Exams Final Exams
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