Reading “Cinder,” a dystopian Cinderella retelling set in Asia written by a non-Asian author, Vivian Fan PO ’28, examines whether or not the Asian representation in the book is problematic, entertaining or both.
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The Year of the Dragon: Across Claremont, students wrap dumplings, explore themed exhibits, and come together to celebrate the Lunar New Year
The Claremont community came together during Lunar New Year season to celebrate the upcoming Year of the Dragon. Some 5C events, exhibitions, and excursions that took place over the weekend of Feb. 9-11 included the CSSA (Chinese Students and Scholars Association) spring festival, language resident Manxi Wang’s dumpling making and Scripps’ Clark Humanities Museum “Year of the Dragon” reception.
Filipinx students revive Tagalog language table at Oldenborg
The Tagalog language table at Pomona College’s Oldenborg dining hall, which stopped operations in 2020, was revived in October following student organizing supported by the Filipinx-American Student Association (Kasama). Originally established in 2013, the language table provides a vital space for Filipinx students and staff to improve their Tagalog skills, connect and build community. Student leaders are advocating for the introduction of Tagalog courses and seeking to further improve Southeast Asian representation at the 7Cs.
The story of Fong Foo Sec, Pomona’s first Asian student
Decades before Pomona College introduced its first Asian Studies program in 1936, the 5Cs’ first Chinese student made headways in Claremont without facing setbacks.
2021 Claremont Zinefest explores the boundaries of art and activism
This year’s Claremont Zinefest will center queer and trans Asian and Pacific Islander voices, doubling as a fundraiser for two organizations.