Tag: Asian
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Hmong identity explained beyond East Asian labels
The Fung Bros explain why Hmong people are not considered East Asian. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/general/hmong-identity-explained-beyond-east-asian-labels/vi-AA1VnuXj
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New Eyes Play-Reading Festival at Playwrights’ Center
Celebrate new voices, ideas, and works in Asian American theater at Theater Mu’s free play-reading festival. On Jan 23 & 24, join us for a 10-Minute Playfest ft. nationally submitted scripts that … Full story: https://www.broadwayworld.com/minneapolis/regional/New-Eyes-Play-Reading-Festival-4353031
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Kaohly Her becomes first woman, Asian American to be St. Paul’s mayor
Kaohly Her, a former state representative, who after a short campaign defeated a well-known incumbent in an upset last fall, took the oath of office Friday to become the first woman and Asian American … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/social-issues/kaohly-her-becomes-first-woman-asian-american-to-be-st-paul-s-mayor/ar-AA1Tt8b2
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Mayor Kaohly Her pledges to âalways show upâ for St. Paul in inaugural address
Fridayâs inauguration launches the first term for Her, who makes history as the capital cityâs first Asian American mayor. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6958a82e4f6f4d28a7b57872d71828fc&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2fhundreds-celebrate-new-st-paul-mayor-kaohly-her-at-inauguration-ceremony%2f601548810&c=16620742209504189747&mkt=en-us
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Yuen: Do you think of the perfect comeback way too late?
Asian Americans and friends can exercise their quick-wit muscles in a Minnesota-made card game addressing microaggressions. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6950bf2f1feb458b8d761a6d19c24cc6&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2fyuen-do-you-think-of-the-perfect-comeback-way-too-late%2f601533726&c=14049731556652875477&mkt=en-us
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Clapback game empowers Asian Americans to confront microaggressions with humor
Clapback, her first game, created in collaboration with FAWK (the Funny Asian Women Kollective), aims to empower Asian Americans. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/may-lee-yang-clapback-card-game-asian-american-edition/
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Clapback game empowers Asian Americans to confront microaggressions with humor
Creator May Lee-Yang launched Mayhem Games to offer Asian Americans relatable game experiences. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/may-lee-yang-clapback-card-game-asian-american-edition/
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Local Comedian May Lee-Yang Claps Back with New Card Game
Just in time for your uncomfortable holiday gatherings, May Lee-Yang has released a new card game, Clap Back: The Asian American Edition, through her gaming company, Mayhem Games. Full story: https://racketmn.com/local-comedian-may-lee-yang-claps-back-with-new-card-game
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St. Paul library card marks anniversary of Southeast Asian resettlement
The St. Paul Public Library system has rolled out a special edition library card recognizing the 50th anniversary of Southeast Asian resettlement in St. Paul. The free card, designed by Twin Cities … Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/12/09/st-paul-library-offers-card-for-50th-anniversary-of-s-e-asian-resettlement/
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Southeast Asians in Minnesota respond to ICE deportation push
How are Trumpâs immigration policies affecting Southeast Asian Minnesotans? Join us Nov. 20, live on Instagram, as we chat with Montha Chum, executive director and co-founder of MN8. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/inside-sahan-journal/southeast-asian-hmong-laos-thailand-vietnam-cambodia-instagram-live/
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Hundreds honor Vietnam War, Secret War veterans in Minnesota
Toung, a former officer of the Army of the Republic of Vietnam, migrated to the United States when American troops left Vietnam in 1975. âWe were invisible,â he said about veteran refugees. âWe didnât … Full story: https://www.startribune.com/minnesotans-commemorate-southeast-asian-conflicts-50-years-later/601512690
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SVSA hosts Late Autumn Festival at White Plaza
The Stanford Vietnamese Student Association collaborated with several Asian cultural groups to put on the Late Autumn Festival, an event with food, student performances and activities like lantern … Full story: https://stanforddaily.com/2025/10/20/svsa-hosts-late-autumn-festival-at-white-plaza/
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Asian Culinary Education Club Serves Culture Through Food
What started as a simple idea to bring people together through food has quickly become one of Minnesota Stateâs most flavorful new communities. The Asian Culinary Education Club (ACE) is serving … Full story: https://www.msureporter.com/2025/10/09/asian-culinary-education-club-serves-culture-through-food/
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Charming new bakery highlights American treats, Asian twists
“I’m elated the public has been so interested and welcoming of all these crazy flavors and ideas I put out there.” … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=68e53edebebf4b1bb115eff6ab43826c&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.democratandchronicle.com%2fstory%2fnews%2f2025%2f10%2f07%2fcrust-pie-co-bakery-opens-rochester-ny%2f86045945007%2f&c=14502556127251680458&mkt=en-us