I am the son of a vet who worked his way through life as landscaper to put his siblings through school. From my father, I learned determination and commitment to learning.
I am the newphew of a civil engineer, and a cousin of American citizens who spent their childhood in a single family home, living with a family of 25+ . From my relatives, I learned resilience, patience, and infinite hope in the face of poverty
As an Asian American, I live in a bicultural world, rooted in centuries-old Asian heritage and the American dream of freedom, justice and happiness for all. Today, the Asian American continues to face great challenges.
