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Read more about the article The Butcher’s Wish for His Secret Child
The montage show's Wong Toy Wing's family at a dinner: Son Albert, left, paper son Bing T., daughter Doris, wife Nguey Sum, Toy Wing, youngest son Hank and eldest daughter Tai Yeot. Not pictured is youngest daughter Judy. The map shows Chinatown in 1909. The Sam Sing butcher shop is on the left side of the image, to the right of the Plaza. The map is courtesy the Library of Congress.

The Butcher’s Wish for His Secret Child

Toy Wing Wong, a Chinese immigrant and butcher, sought to reunite with his secret daughter, Tai Yeot, left in China due to U.S. immigration constraints. Involved in the "Paper Son" system, he facilitated others' journeys too.

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Read more about the article Who Am I?
Where am I going? What do I have to say? What can I create? Photo by MUILLU on Unsplash.

Who Am I?

Laureen Wong, an architecture student from USC, reflects on her immigrant roots, passion for art and soccer, and evolving identity as a woman of color. She aims to balance her heritage with her design aspirations in architecture.

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Read more about the article A Desire for Acceptance: My Chinese-American Identity Crisis
It's been a struggle for Aleck, as he seeks a Chinese American identity beyond piano playing and Chinese food.

A Desire for Acceptance: My Chinese-American Identity Crisis

Aleck Sun reflects on his upbringing as a Chinese American, emphasizing struggles with identity, cultural expectations, and family sacrifices. Despite challenges, he embraces his heritage while balancing academics, community engagement, and personal growth in Miami.

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