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Why does it feel easier to make other Asian friends?
As someone who struggled growing up with double identities, I often wonder what group of people I most identify with and conform to. As someone who struggles to speak my native tongue or simply write my Korean name, I realized my reliance on my “Americanness” and its influence on what I perceive myself to be. Growing up as an immigrant, my biggest wish was to be accepted into the American culture and community. I would approach my white friends with hope that they would accept me as their own. I was lucky enough to have it easy making friends with this mindset, and I grew up surrounded by diverse friend…
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My Favorite K-Dramas About Small Towns
There is something about K-dramas that take place in a small town. You feel the warmth of the community, always willing to give each other a hand when they need it the most. Watching them feels like an escape almost. Like you no longer have to worry about the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Instead you take things one day at a time, one step in front of the other. It’s calming, but there’s always a story behind why everyone is there. Here are my top three favorites from this genre.
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Embracing Ethical Duty: Obligation To Take Care of Parents
In this era where technological advancements are reshaping societies, the acceleration often outpaces the ability of aging parents to keep up. Consequently, the younger generation is entrusted with the ethical duty to ensure the well-being of their elders.
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What I’m Bringing To the Next Potluck
Welcome back to UD for the spring semester! I hope you guys had a wonderful break and are excited to be back on campus. With school just starting again, there will be many fun events held by the Asian organizations on campus, including potlucks! With that said, here is what I will be bringing for any future potlucks.
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Animes from the Winter Season
This season of anime brought both new seasons and new shows. In this article, I’m going to tell you about a couple of new seasons and shows that I’ve seen this winter and recommend.
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Moving On
Tune in to our December's podcast with Julia Sayco as she speak about moving on- in relationships, career paths, and changes! This impactful and emotional podcast can help you guide in your own personal struggles.
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AAPC x VSA Mukbang
UD AAPC joins with UD VSA to collaborate in a E-Board Mukbang with a wide variety of Asian foods!
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APSA’s Amazing 2023 Asian Thanksgiving Cooking Event
Throughout the year, so many clubs have dozens of events each. Not many can stand out among the hundreds held during a single semester, but APSA definitely took on the challenge and scored an ace.
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Fatphobia in Asian Cultures: Unveiling the Layers of Body Image Stigma
Fatphobia—the irrational fear or aversion towards individuals with larger bodies—is a pervasive issue that transcends geographical and cultural boundaries. While discussions on body image often focus on Western societies as they open up to the reality and embracement of each and every body, it is crucial to recognize that fatphobia also exists in Asian cultures, albeit manifesting itself differently. There are complexities of fatphobia in Asian societies that run in its cultural roots and manifestations, and end up causing many potential consequences.
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Why Food Looks Better on Social Media: There’s More Than ‘Meats’ The Eye
The bountiful ideas of food are extremely popular and trendy on social media. People capturing their favorite restaurant on Instagram with their favorite meal, YouTubers sharing a delicious recipe, or advertisements to promote food. We’ve seen it everywhere in the media and would almost always crave the delectables being shared online. From vibrant and stunning meals to persuasive advertisements in the media, any mouth-watering dish will attract the eye. However, a recipe or a dish on social media can turn out the complete opposite in person: the deception of food on social media conveys the fraud and inaccuracy of how people view certain posts on social media.
