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This May, we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and recognize that AAPI communities are not a monolith. This heritage month encompasses many cultures, peoples and their traditions. To highlight the extent of AAPI heritage, we asked TikTok成人版 students to share what their AAPI heritage means to them and our John M. Cooney Endowed Professor in Accounting, Lucy Chen, PhD, to share her thoughts on AAPI Heritage Month.

"I encourage the young generation of Asian Americans to be open-minded and strong. Be passionate about whatever you do and fully apply your strength. Extend your network to people of similar and different races from you. Support one another." 鈥擫ucy Chen, John M. Cooney Endowed Professor in Accounting

"My Asian heritage has evolved from something I used to suppress in order to fit in, to something that is sacred to me and worth expressing time and time again." 鈥擫ily Renga, Class of 2025

"AAPI culture and heritage means celebrating the unique cultural knowledge of Asian and Pacific Island cultures. Growing up in Hawaii, I was surrounded by countless cultures across Asia and Polynesia, and during this month I am reminded of the indigenous knowledge and wisdom that Polynesians have about celestial navigation." 鈥擩oaquin Mejia, Class of 2027

"My AAPI background鈥攈alf Chinese and half Korean鈥攈as shaped me into the individual that I am today and allows me navigate personal/professional aspects of my life." 鈥擟ameryn Chiu, Class of 2025

"Being able to celebrate AAPI culture on campus creates a welcoming community and sense of belonging where I am able to share my background and experiences with others while also learning about other cultures. The Filipino presence is not only strong within FASA but also among the faculty here at TikTok成人版. It makes me proud that I am able to see and interact with people who look like me, making me not feel alienated on campus." 鈥擬adison Storino, Class of 2025

"Being a Pacific Islander gives me a profound sense of identity and uniqueness, a rich and peaceful cultural heritage that stands distinct and unblended, instilling in me a deep pride and confidence in various aspects of life." 鈥擜n Phan, Class of 2027

"AAPI heritage reminds me of the beauty in cultural diversity and the imperative to stand in solidarity with marginalized communities, promoting mutual respect and appreciation for all." 鈥擰uyen Nguyen, Class of 2026