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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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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.
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Must Buy Items from the Asian Market
With Thanksgiving coming up, here are some MUST TRY items from local Asian Markets.
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The Tri-force of Red Flags: League of Legends, Valorant, and Genshin Impact
When you think of someone who plays video games League of Legends, Valorant, and Genshin Impact, what do you think? It should be a red flag. If they play one or two of these games, then it’s fine. Yellow flag, maybe green flag. If someone plays all three then proceed with caution, or if you want to play it safe, keep away. As someone who has played all three of these games, I can attest to this.
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How to Joke Like a Filipino
As a Filipina raised by both sets of grandparents, I learned the ways in which my family interacted with each other. Of course the gossiping was always a given, but jokes, especially told in Tagalog, were much more entertaining to us. I’m not bilingual by all means, but I do, however, understand the hilarious conversation amongst them. Learning cultural humor is something that I’ve been trying to immerse myself in more, so impressing others with these skills in their native language is an opportunity to grow closer with others and share in the laughter together.
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Cute and Comfy Squishmallows to make the Perfect Gift
While the holidays have just passed, gift-giving is a year round task that may sometimes cause us extra stress as we ponder over the perfect present for our loved ones. One of the most classic gifts you can’t go wrong with this year is an adorable plushie. Whether it's a sibling, roommate, or even a gift for yourself, everyone loves a squishy and soft toy to lay on their bed and keep them cozy. For the past few years, squishmallows have been all over Tik Tok pages, Pinterest boards, and gift wish lists among so many people (including myself). However, as they have grown so popular, the brand has made…
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Breaking the Pattern: Intergenerational Trauma
In many Asian cultures, mental health is swept under the rug. It is not an excuse to not be okay as it is seen as a sign of weakness. Those who are similar in age to my parents strongly believe this as they were taught to do so by their mothers and fathers. Unfortunately, this is a dilemma that many younger generations and first generation kids continue to experience.
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Chin up, Kid
A poem by Julia Lanzona
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9/15/22 1st GBM: A Tea Sesh about Microaggressions
Happy new school year! Come join us at our first fall general body meeting and meet our executive board and new members :)
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A Senior Farewell
When people say that time flies, they really weren’t kidding. The time I spent at the University of Delaware has been a whirlwind of odd mishaps, life lessons, and poignant memories. What I’ve realized over the course of four years is that the community you surround yourself with will undoubtedly shape the person that you become. I know that this statement can seem like common sense, but I still found it very easy to underestimate its effects.
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