Tag: culture
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Olympic champ Sunisa Lee’s success rings deep in U.S. Hmong community
After overcoming an incurable kidney disease, Sunisa Lee went on to earn multiple Olympic medals. Her strength and perseverance are a proud representation of the Hmong people, the U.S.’s allies during … Full story: https://taskandpurpose.com/culture/sunisa-lee-hmong-community/
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Olympic champ Sunisa Lee’s success rings deep in U.S. Hmong community
Gymnast Sunisa Lee, who earned Olympic medals, including two golds, in the last two games, was born and raised in the Minnesota Hmong community, which traces its roots to the Vietnam War. Full story: https://taskandpurpose.com/culture/sunisa-lee-hmong-community/
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Hmong Garden & Culture Celebration
media release: Join us at Olbrich for an afternoon of free, drop-in activities celebrating Hmong food and traditions here in Wisconsin! Check out culturally significant plants growing in the Hmong … Full story: https://isthmus.com/events/hmong-garden-%EF%BB%BFculture-celebration/
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At soccer camps, local tournaments, Minnesota Aurora builds fan base — and sport’s future
The Minnesota Aurora FC, which has a diverse roster of local and international players, is inspiring many girls to pursue their soccer dreams. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/culture-community/minnesota-aurora-womens-soccer-outreach-hmong-players/
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La Crosse County judge denies prosecution motions in retrial of triple homicide suspect
He also denied a a request to use La Crosse County Sheriff’s Office investigator Fritz Leinfelder as an expert witness on Hmong culture. He said both motions were filed late and gave the defense … Full story: https://lacrossetribune.com/news/local/crime-courts/retrial-triple-homicide-defendant/article_9c3699c4-511e-11ef-88f1-0317e1a12164.html
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At Suni Lee watch party in Maplewood, hundreds cheer her comeback journey to Paris bronze
For this year’s final, Lee had to compete against Biles. During the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics, Biles had left the race for mental health reasons and Lee made history, becoming the first Hmong … Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/culture-community/suni-lee-paris-olympics-individual-all-around-minnesota-watch-party/
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Yia Vang opens Vinai in northeast Minneapolis
Vang still utilizes their methods and recipes and considers the space another opportunity to share his Hmong culture with the Twin Cities. FOX 9 previously spoke with Vang about his upbringing, and … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/yia-vang-opens-vinai-northeast-011202780.html
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Chef Yia Vang opens Vinai restaurant as love letter to parents, Hmong culture
Chef Yia Vang’s long-awaited restaurant Vinai opens in northeast Minneapolis. The menu features traditional Hmong food. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/business-work/yia-vang-vinai-minneapolis-hmong-restaurant/
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Chef Yia Vang honors family, Minnesota’s Hmong community with Vinai
MINNEAPOLIS — An award-winning chef is expanding his culinary reach with a new restaurant in northeast Minneapolis. And once again, Chef Yia Vang is honoring both his culture and his family in … Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/entertainment/dining/food-drink/yia-vang-honors-family-minnesotas-hmong-community-with-vinai/89-ad9f1fa8-13a9-48ea-be3e-df25b5d2c94b
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Hmong Wausau Festival takes place this weekend
WAUSAU, Wis. (WJFW) – The seventh annual Hmong Wausau Festival is expected to bring in thousands of visitors this weekend. The weekend event will showcase Hmong culture and feature sports competitions … Full story: https://www.wjfw.com/news/hmong-wausau-festival-takes-place-this-weekend/article_3ea201a6-4b90-11ef-9304-5ffaf489b530.html
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Appleton school district to open Hmong immersion charter school next year
The Appleton Area School District (AASD) will open a charter school focused on Hmong language and culture in the fall of 2025, the district announced Tuesday. District officials said they hope the … Full story: https://madison365.com/appleton-school-district-to-open-hmong-immersion-charter-school-next-year/
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Nutritious and delicious: Hunger Task Force teaches MPS students of color how to eat healthy
Cooking with Culture’ is a summer program through Hunger Task Force that combines culture and nutrition to teach Public School students. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/nutritious-delicious-hunger-task-force-140400777.html
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Appleton to introduce Hmong American Immersion School by 2025
A new charter school in the Appleton Area School District will offer students the opportunity to learn another culture and language. Through a $1.5 million grant from the Wisconsin Department of … Full story: https://wtaq.com/2024/07/09/appleton-to-introduce-hmong-american-immersion-school-by-2025/
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E.C. Hmong New Year Celebration Will Return This Fall
After a hiatus of five years, Eau Claire’s Hmong New Year celebration will return this fall, with a new venue likely playing host to two days of music, food, dancing, and exhibitions of Hmong culture. Full story: https://volumeone.org/articles/2024/07/03/345224-eau-claire-hmong-new-year-celebration-will-return-this-fall-2024
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With recent expansion, Hmong Cultural Center Museum now spans more than 2,000 square feet
The Hmong Cultural Center Museum in St. Paul, one of few public institutions dedicated to displaying Hmong material culture and history, is growing. The museum, which opened its storefront exhibition … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/st-paul-recent-expansion-hmong-004400903.html
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FUSD students learn about Hmong and Khmer language and culture in Summer Academy class
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Students are leaning into learning more about the Hmong and Khmer cultures and languages. The pages of books are coming to life in Padao Thoa’s class this summer. Students are … Full story: https://abc30.com/post/fusd-students-learn-hmong-khmer-language-culture-summer/14949911/
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Hmong Freedom Festival expected to draw thousands to St. Paul’s Como Park
United Hmong Family received a $1.2 million state grant in 2023 to help with the cost of running both the Freedom Festival and St. Paul’s annual Hmong New Year celebration in the fall. The funding … Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/culture-community/hmong-international-freedom-festival-st-paul-como-park/
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Wisconsin’s 38 Most Influential Asian American Leaders for 2024, Part 5
He’s conducted more than 50 trainings on systemic racism for Hmong leaders and presented Hmong culture and history for many school districts, colleges and universities. He hosted a live radio talk … Full story: https://madison365.com/wisconsins-38-most-influential-asian-american-leaders-for-2024-part-5/