Opinion | Is It Time to Abandon the Idea of an ‘Asian American’ Identity?
Two Asian Americans question the term and its value.
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New York State Must Recognize Eid: A CUNY Student’s Vision
Queens resident Tanbir Chowdhury (20) is leading student activism in his efforts to have Eid recognized as official New York state holidays. The two Eid days (Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha) are the most important religious holidays for Muslims across the world.
Mary Li Hsu ’80, who nurtured Asian American life at Yale, dies at 63
Hsu received her MSW from Hunter College and held positions at the Borough of Manhattan Community College/CUNY, and as Director of Student Affairs for the Hunter College School of Social Work, between 2001 and 2008.
Governor Hogan Announces Actions to Combat Anti-Asian Hate and Bias Crimes
Governor Larry Hogan today announced a series of statewide actions to combat the rise in anti-Asian hate and bias crimes, including enhanced safety and enforcement measures, more robust community resources, and steps to empower educators and students.
Chinese Voters Came Out in Force for the GOP in NYC, Shaking Up Politics
From Sunset Park in Brooklyn to Elmhurst and Flushing in Queens, frustrations over Democratic stances on schools and crime helped mobilize votes for Republican Curtis Sliwa for mayor and conservative Council candidates.
Local business donates over $1 mil to Queens College
The Thomas Chen Family/Crystal Windows Endowment will send $1,105,000 to Queens College and will help to bring art exhibitions, student scholarships and visiting artist programs to the school.