Hate crimes against Asian-Americans increase by the day, especially in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. On this episode of Society360 hosted by April Mao, we are joined by Kelly Wong, former Senior Preservation Planner at the Angel Island

Climate Change and Economics: The Intersection

Nov 7th, 2020 37m 9s

Climate change is a pressing global issue that impacts our society in numerous ways, from economics to public health—exacerbated by social inequities. In this episode of Society360 hosted by Anshika Agarwal, hear from environmental economist Dr

Achieving Educational Equity in a Virtual World

Aug 23rd, 2020 24m 11s

As we move into a new school year, questions about in-person versus virtual learning continue to affect education across the country. Adhering to safety guidelines and educational standards is a constant balancing act for schools, complicated b

Marginalization and Mass Incarceration

Jul 27th, 2020 27m 59s

Mass incarceration in the United States is a widening issue, and it disproportionately impacts marginalized communities. In light of recent events of racial injustice, Sarina Deb and Kaili Liang founded Jailed for Melanin, an organization that

From Fashion to DIY Fundraising

Jul 21st, 2020 8m 14s

In light of challenges posed by COVID-19, Jennifer Song and 3 friends founded Hearts4COVID, a teen jewelry business that fundraises for community hospitals and other organizations. In this episode of Society360 hosted by April Mao, hear from Je

Supporting Frontline Heroes

Jul 5th, 2020 18m 10s

Doctors and medical professionals have been heroically battling the coronavirus crisis. However, the overwhelming demand for medical supplies and wave of new patients left frontline workers scrambling to find personal protective equipment (PPE)

Modern Racism and the Gen Z Legacy

Jul 3rd, 2020 42m 28s

The Black Lives Matter movement has re-ignited discussions of systemic racism and its presence in the modern age. Following the deaths of George Floyd and countless other Black Americans at the hands of a broken system, the United States has be

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Navajo Nation

Jun 26th, 2020 24m 23s

The Navajo Nation and other Indigenous Nations across the US now have the highest rate of infection nationwide—threatening the future of their cultures. Thomas Li, who volunteers at the Navajo Nation every year, decided to take initiative and s

Aiding Vulnerable Populations During COVID-19

Jun 16th, 2020 13m 59s

The coronavirus crisis has disproportionately impacted marginalized groups and low-income communities. Noel Seo decided to take action and organized an effort to create and donate hand sanitizer to vulnerable populations as well as protestors f

Maintaining Mental Health while in Self-Isolation

Jun 10th, 2020 11m 20s

The coronavirus has left many of us shuttered in our homes over the past few months, constantly surrounded by a lot of distress—whether it is increasing case counts, economic downturn, fear, or just the feelings of being trapped in self-isolati

Celebrating the Class of 2020

May 29th, 2020 23m 2s

With the COVID-19 crisis, education all over the world has been more than unusual. For the Class of 2020, many traditional graduation events are unable to proceed, but this has not hindered students from finding unique ways to celebrate. In thi

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