Month: May 2022
Kochiyama’s efforts toward political and social activism
By Sophia Hysaw, Opinion Editor Yuri Kochiyama, born May 19, 1921, was a tireless political activist for social justice and human rights. Born in San Pedro, […]
Jason Momoa an american filmmaker and actor
By Sophia Hysaw, Opinion Editor Jason Momoa, born Aug. 1, 1979, is an American filmmaker and actor. Momoa was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and his […]
Chien-Shiung Wu: Encouraged young women to pursue science
By Elly Herrick, Editor-in-Chief Chien-Shiung Wu’s first name in Chinese means ‘courageous hero’ which is a title she grew into as she became an American-Chinese […]
Boggs’s fight for social justice in America
By Sophia Hysaw, Opinion Editor Grace Lee Boggs was a philosopher, social activist, author, and feminist. Boggs was a first generation Chinese American born in […]
Nicole Scherzinger: American actress, singer, television personality
By Sophia Hysaw, Opinion Editor Nicole Scherzinger, born June 29, 1978, is an American actress, singer, and television personality. Nicole was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, […]
Larry Itliong who fought for better working conditions on farms
By Sebastian C. Romero, Assistant Entertainment Editor Since Asian American month is coming very soon, let’s talk about Larry Itliong, a Filipino American who helped […]
Philip Vera Cruz: Filipino American labor leader, advocate for labor rights
Illustration and Article by Samantha Mandujano, Chief Illustrator Philip Vera Cruz, born Dec. 25, 1904, was a Filipino American labor leader who led numerous social […]
Miyazaki creates beautiful worlds of everyday heroes
By Katlyn Marotz, Senior Managing News and Sports Editor World renowned artist, animator, and director Hayao Miyazaki has created capturing storylines and iconic characters that have […]
The Pulse kicks off celebration of Asian American — Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Asian American – Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a celebration of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. The commemoration honors the contributions […]