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Li: Holding my heritage in my hands

February 15, 2023

I’m a senior, but I only started studying Chinese at Northwestern last year. Sometimes, I wish I would’ve started earlier, but then again, I can’t think of any way I could have found the motivation...

The Spectrum: We’re more similar than different

February 11, 2019

When I tell people I am from China, they immediately jump to conclusions. "I don't hear an accent from you," a college friend observed in a deeply analytical tone. "Where did you learn English?" the doctor...

The Spectrum: Immigration comes with trials, hardship and the longing for a home

November 13, 2015

This essay is part of The Spectrum, a weekly forum in our Opinion section for marginalized voices to share their perspectives. To submit a piece for The Spectrum or discuss story ideas, please email [email protected]. One...

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