Round Rock High School in Texas offers the state’s only high school-level Asian American Studies (AAS) course, now entering its third year as a pilot program. Despite growing anti-DEI sentiments in Texas, the course continues with district support but still does not count toward graduation requirements. The course empowers students and encourages open dialogue about […]

Francis Allen-Palenske is making history as the first Asian American woman elected to both the Nevada state legislature and the Las Vegas City Council. Elected at just 25, Allen-Palenske reflects on the early challenges she faced and expresses her determination to build a legacy beyond simply being the “first.” She praises the diversity of the […]

Lucy Liu, Stephanie Hsu, and Sacramento Kings owner Vivek Ranadivé will be honored at The Asian American Foundation’s (TAAF) Heritage Summit and Awards Dinner, taking place May 21–22. The event celebrates the leadership and cultural contributions of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community through a series of panels and discussions featuring […]

Daniel Dae Kim made history as the first Asian American nominated for Best Leading Actor in a Play at the Tonys for his role in Yellow Face. His performance and advocacy against anti-Asian hate have made him a key voice for diversity on Broadway. Playwright David Henry Hwang, a four-time Tony nominee, praised breaking barriers, […]

California has experienced a major shift in immigration trends over the past few decades, with more immigrants now arriving from Asia than from Latin America. A key driver of this change is the H-1B visa program, which has brought tens of thousands of highly educated workers to the state. Policies from the Trump era—and potential […]

Chiba Lotte Marines pitcher Roki Sasaki is set to be posted to Major League Baseball (MLB). The 23-year-old made his debut in Nippon Professional Baseball in 2021 and showcased his talent on the international stage during the 2023 World Baseball Classic. While he has been linked to teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers and San […]

Ashley Park, the Tony- and Grammy-nominated actress best known for her role as Mindy Chen in Emily in Paris, has been named Dior’s newest ambassador for fashion and beauty.  She made history as the first Asian American nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series at the Critics’ Choice Awards. Now, as a Dior […]

Kaitlyn Chen was selected 30th overall by the Golden State Valkyries in the third round of the 2025 WNBA Draft. After a standout career at Princeton, where she led the Tigers to three Ivy League titles and NCAA Tournament appearances, Chen completed her graduate season at UConn, helping the Huskies win the National Championship. Known […]

UC Berkeley professors studied the impact of COVID-19 on South and Southeast Asian American communities, focusing on marginalized groups like Nepalese, Cambodian, Hmong, Lao, and Iu Mien populations. Their research found a lack of linguistically inclusive health and financial aid. Economic struggles were widespread, and elders faced increased anti-Asian racism. Existing studies often generalized Asian […]

Asian Girls Ignite (AGI), supports AANHPI girls and gender-expansive youth in embracing their identities and pursuing STEM careers. The co-founder, motivated by her own experiences with bullying, aims to provide the support she lacked growing up. Through events like “STEM Sparks,” AGI fosters empowerment and a sense of belonging. Her story inspires confidence, teaching young […]

The Chicago Cafe, established in 1903 in Woodland, California, is the oldest continuously operating Chinese restaurant in the U.S. It reflects the immigrant history of Chinese Americans, who adapted their traditional cuisine to local ingredients. Dishes like chop suey and egg foo young were born from this adaptation. Despite periods of exclusion, the community embraced […]

NASA astronaut Jonny Kim, 41, is set to become the first Korean American in space aboard the Soyuz MS-27 mission on April 8. He will join NASA’s Expedition 73, spending eight months on the ISS to conduct research and maintenance. Kim shared his inspiration for space exploration in a virtual press conference. He expressed his […]