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Part 1 - Challenging the Stereotype: Do Vietnamese People Eat Dogs?

Carolyn Lê

Nov 28, 2016

Part 1 - Challenging the Stereotype: Do Vietnamese People Eat Dogs?

The relationship between the canine and the Vietnamese is not a simple one. Not all Vietnamese embrace dog meat, and not all Vietnamese...

Seeing Red After Feeling Blue - The Effects of the Election on Mental Health

Jullianne Pham

Nov 19, 2016

Seeing Red After Feeling Blue - The Effects of the Election on Mental Health

Drawing Conclusions is our job, and is based on contextual, relevant concerns that we discover and define in our design process." When it...

Rei Pham

Nov 19, 2016

Working While in College

Let me tell you, having a job while managing your studies at the same time is not an easy feat. Here’s my story on working while going to...

Rei Pham

Nov 14, 2016

Midterms Mania: Smarter Ways to Study

“Study smarter, not harder.” Hopefully, the above saying is half true, but the reality, you need to study hard and do it in a smart way...

Chopsticks Alley Talk

Nov 14, 2016

Chopsticks Alley Talk Live Facebook Feed "Vietsgiving - Hold the Turkey"

Tune in as Grandma Chung demonstrates how to make Banh Xeo, sizzling rice cake and see how Vietnamese American celebrate Thanksgiving. ...

Rei Pham

Nov 9, 2016

Let’s Talk Networking

We hear it all the time. But what is “networking” exactly? In my experiences, networking just really means interacting and connecting to...

Bamboo: The Unity of the Vietnamese Spirit

Jullianne Pham

Nov 8, 2016

Bamboo: The Unity of the Vietnamese Spirit

In Vietnam, the bamboo tree is a significant symbol of our culture and daily life. The solid, straight and high bamboo trees represent resil

Three Vietnamese Fashion Designers Making Their Way Into Mainstream Fashion

Theresa Ngo

Nov 8, 2016

Three Vietnamese Fashion Designers Making Their Way Into Mainstream Fashion

With Fashion Month behind us, world-renowned designers including Dolce & Gabbana and Versace presented their latest collections to the...

Chopsticks Alley Talk

Nov 4, 2016

Chopsticks Alley Talk Live Facebook Feed "Superstition" Episode 8

If you'd like to sponsor our next Chospticks Alley Talk, send an email to chopsticksalley@gmail.com #talkshow #Life #superstition #halloween

The New FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Rei Pham

Nov 4, 2016

The New FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid

“Apply for FAFSA! Don’t forget! Complete and submit your FAFSA today!” We hear it about it all the time on campus, but what exactly is...

A Song for Autumn: Lý Cây Đa by Phạm Duy (Ode to the Banyan Tree)

Vuong Vu

Oct 20, 2016

A Song for Autumn: Lý Cây Đa by Phạm Duy (Ode to the Banyan Tree)

Second generation Vietnamese Americans may not be familiar with a song called Lý Cây Đa, but if we ask our parents about it, not only will t

Jennifer Chung

Oct 19, 2016

DIY Pumpkin Recipes for Healthy Skin

“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” Amongst the pumpkin spice lattes and cozy, oversized sweaters, Fall brings a...

Mental Illness: Does This Really Make Me Crazy?

Jullianne Pham

Oct 18, 2016

Mental Illness: Does This Really Make Me Crazy?

Throughout Vietnamese history, individuals afflicted with mental disorders have been misunderstood and mistreated. But what exactly is the c

The Evolution of the Áo Dài, National Costume of Vietnam

Theresa Ngo

Oct 18, 2016

The Evolution of the Áo Dài, National Costume of Vietnam

The áo dài is a piece of Vietnamese culture that symbolizes the history and beauty of our people. Its simple yet flattering silhouette...

College Frenzy: I’m OVERWHELMED! Life hacks to help you cope.

Rei Pham

Oct 7, 2016

College Frenzy: I’m OVERWHELMED! Life hacks to help you cope.

The semester just started and you already found yourself feeling stressed out? Don’t worry, no one says college is a piece of cake! No...

Betty Duong leads Measure A for Affordable Housing in Santa Clara County

Viviane Nguyen

Oct 4, 2016

Betty Duong leads Measure A for Affordable Housing in Santa Clara County

A game-changing affordable housing measure on the ballot this November is led by a Vietnamese-American and San Jose native, Betty Duong....

Learn to Speak Vietnamese; It’s Never Too Late

Jennifer Chung

Sep 16, 2016

Learn to Speak Vietnamese; It’s Never Too Late

“You’re not using the correct accent mark!” The young tutor scolded me as I tried to complete my class worksheet. I remember fighting...

Cupping sensationalized in the Olympics may reduce child-abuse accusations against Vietnamese parent

Viviane Nguyen

Sep 14, 2016

Cupping sensationalized in the Olympics may reduce child-abuse accusations against Vietnamese parent

While the media goes into a frenzy around the circular marks resembling bruises on swimmers’ backs during the Olympic games, the...

Chopsticks Alley Talk

Sep 13, 2016

Chopsticks Alley Talk Live Facebook Feed "Domestic Violence" Episode 7

Tune in Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at 8pm-8:30pm PST Go to Facebook Chopsticks Alley Page for the Live Feed Topic: Domestic Violence in...

City of San Jose opens its first Vietnamese American Community Center

Viviane Nguyen

Sep 11, 2016

City of San Jose opens its first Vietnamese American Community Center

It has been a long time coming, but the City of San Jose, a city with one of the largest Vietnamese population in nation, will finally...

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