Surviving and Thriving: The Challenges of Cultural Adaptation in Education Introduction In his powerful memoir, “Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant,” Curtis Chin offers a poignant reflection on the challenges he faced as a young Asian-American student trying to navigate a predominantly Black and white educational environment in Southfield, Michigan. Chin’s story […]
India, that is Bharat: A short history of the nation’s names, from the Rig Veda to the Constitution of India Introduction There is speculation that the name of India may be officially changed to Bharat, leading to discussions about the history and significance of these names. While Article 1 of the Constitution of India uses […]
Diverse Cultures Celebrate Eid Mubarak: A Reminder of the Importance of Multiculturalism Eid Mubarak: A Celebration of Cultural Diversity As cultures around the world continue to intersect and influence one another, it becomes essential to embrace and celebrate our differences. One such celebration that showcases the beauty of multiculturalism is Eid Mubarak, a significant religious […]
Andrea always felt like an outsider — now she wants support for all forced adoption survivors Addressing the impact of adoption Andrea, a school teacher in Australia, has spent her life grappling with the trauma of being adopted as a baby. Even as a child, birthdays were a painful reminder of her adoption status. Now […]
