Is poetry just all about rhyming?
Is it just about words that flow? Is it just how you express yourself?
To me, poetry can have all these aspects, but it is way more than just these three things.
SYLP: In Pictures
As the photographer for the Summer Youth Leadership Program, it was my job to capture the memories to be displayed in our yearbook, and what a fun job it was!
SYLP: Calling on the American ambassador
Not long ago, I was extensively involved in the college admissions process. I remember a particular interview with an alumnus, and we had a discussion about the implications of my studies in history — why was it so important to remember my cultural identity?
SYLP: When two worlds meet
From the moment they see you to the moment you open your mouth, it allows another person to form a first impression. When I walk into a room, people see that I am Asian. It is human nature and the first thing anyone would see.
SYLP: Maintaining cultural identity
I am Vietnamese. However, I don’t feel as if I’ve really embraced the Vietnamese culture. My parents were born in Vietnam and they immigrated here. As they struggled to save money, start new lives, and support their kids, my life has been that of an average American kid — an opportunity that my parents had to work hard for.
SYLP: Too Asian?
Asian American students are often labeled as the model minority because of their high rates of success throughout schools in America.
SYLP: Racial profiling
Many think that racial profiling ended along with racism when all Americans, regardless of color, were given equal rights. However, that is not the case. One of the most recent examples was when Arizona passed a law that allowed officers to stop people that are suspected as illegal immigrants.
SYLP: Asian misconceptions
“Asians are bad drivers.” “Asians are passive, timid, and shy.” “Asians excel in the school subjects of math and science.” These are just a few of many other stereotypes against the Asian ethnicity. It is a serious problem that we are facing today.
SYLP: The issues surrounding foster care
As the smiles grew wider and the laughter became louder, I knew that the foster children in front of me have bright futures ahead. The love and care that many nonprofit organizations provide for foster children is awe-inspiring.
SYLP: Americans look to healthy foods
The number of Americans who choose organic products for daily use is climbing. A survey conducted in 2004 shows that nearly one in every 10 Americans use organic products regularly. People have turned to organic products because they believe their use is healthier, supports local farmers, and is better for the environment.