A semi-autobiographical poem talking about self-imposed exile into eventual self-rediscovery and cherishing life while transforming from the East to West Coast. The poem also talks about mood and social shifts while incorporating the experience from both coasts.
Words by Malina Tran // Photos by Claudia Li After 19 years under Don Nakanishi’s leadership, the UCLA Asian American Studies Center bids farewell to its longest-term Director and Professor, who will receive Emeriti recognition. On Saturday, May 16 the 40th anniversary celebration of “the Center” was a…