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Meet Buo Charoenwong, Asian Student’s Achievement First Ever Intern
Time to read Views Behind Asian Student Achievement’s (ASA) speaking engagements, newsletter, and current success is the foundational work of Buo Charoenwong, one of the first interns to ever join ASA. As a Third Culture Kid and a dedicated member and president of Miami University’s Asian American Association, Buo knew she loved building communities where…
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Sugar, Spice and Education: CEO and Founder Teresa Ging’s Path to Entrepreneurship
Time to read Views Arranged front and center, the three generously sprinkled cake pops are the introductory stars of the show. The first bite into them is a perfectly calculated shock of sugar – the snap of the chocolate, the moist red velvet cake waiting inside. Sitting behind the cake pops are a Rice Krispies…
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Understanding Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, and How to Celebrate It
Time to read Views A population of 20 million, $0.93 for every dollar the dominant culture makes, and an exponential decrease in leadership as positions gain more seniority–What’s wrong with this picture? Shane Carlin, the President and CEO of Asian Student Achievement, has sought the answer to this question ever since it popped into his…
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Women’s History Month: Its History, Significance, and How to Celebrate
Time to read Views The impact women have had on Asian Student Achievement (ASA) has been undeniable–we would not be able to do what we do without the women working behind the scenes to achieve our mission. To honor the woman behind ASA, as well as every woman who has worked tirelessly to provide contemporary…
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Annie Tan: Educator, Activist, Storyteller
Annie Tan is an activist, educator, writer, and speaker who utilizes her voice and experiences to stand for what is right, no matter how hard it may seem. Her story, however, shows that the journey to finding your purpose and place in the world isn’t easy. Tan’s life was one filled with unexpected turns and…
