Hey all you college and soon-to-be college students, the Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) has just released the application for the 2012 -2013 scholarship cycle. If you're an Asian American student with at least a 2.7 GPA or if you recently earned your GED and are looking to further your education, the APIASF is a great way to ease the burden of … [Read more...] about Apply to the Asian & Pacific Islander Scholarship Fund Today!
Thank you, Steve Jobs
Just the other day, as I was coming home from my 5:00 pm boxing practice, I received a notification from my friend, “Rest in peace Steve Jobs.” At the moment, I was not sure what to make of that information. I was not saddened nor angry by his passing but rather simply apathetic by the whole situation. I thought to myself, “oh well life goes on” and casually slipped the … [Read more...] about Thank you, Steve Jobs
Where Future Cohorts of Vietnamese-American Doctors are in Demand
Vietnamese-American parents, like many other Asian-American parents, often push their children towards reputable professions, such as becoming engineers, lawyers, professors, and, of course, the often cited medical doctors. With the latter, those in the healthcare industry are certainly knowledgeable of the fact that general practitioners are currently being sought after in the … [Read more...] about Where Future Cohorts of Vietnamese-American Doctors are in Demand
Video Mondays: This Will Make Your Heart Flutter
Contrary to popular belief, Vietnamese men can be sweet and romantic after all. You've probably already seen it already, but VTP has to repost this charming video of Trang and Nam's flash mob wedding proposal at UCLA. Cutest. Thing. Ever. If this doesn't make you swoon a little and lift up your Monday, your heart might be two sizes too small. Just sayin'. … [Read more...] about Video Mondays: This Will Make Your Heart Flutter
International Day of Older Persons
October 1st has been declared by the United Nations as the International Day of Older Persons, and this year marks the 21st year for which the event have been recognized. This special day is celebrated worldwide by raising awareness about issues affecting the elderly as well as by appreciating the contributions that older people make to society. As such, here is a brief look … [Read more...] about International Day of Older Persons