Founded in 1986, The Philippine-American Organization [P.A.O.] is a[n undergraduate club] that seeks to bring together Filipinos and other [ethnic groups], both in and out of City College, through various activities that talk about Philippine culture, as well as other extra-curricular activities.
- The Preamble of The Philippine-American Organization Constitution.
The purpose of the P.A.O is to familiarize fellow Filipinos and other students of City College with the Philippine culture. The purpose of P.A.O also seeks to unite Filipinos and all students in general with different activities in regards to the Philippine Culture, sports and physical activities, and regular social gatherings.
- Article 2, Section 1 of The Philippine-American Organization Constitution.