Columbia University (New York, NY) Every year, Columbia’s APA student organizations put on large-scale events that bring awareness to Asian culture. Asian American Alliance, the umbrella group to other student orgs, puts on an annual event called “Culture Shock.” The event is a fashion and culture show, with proceeds donated to a pan-Asian children’s advocacy organization. In addition, this past Lunar New Year, the Chinese Student Association put on the Lunar Gala Culture Show, which highlighted everything from lion dance to Chinese …

You realize there’s a coffee stain on your resume. You can’t sit comfortably in those pants. You anxiously wonder who you’ll talk to. There are 1 million and one things that could stress you out during a college interview, but we have 10 pointers that might help relieve some anxiety you may have.
10. Take the initiative. If you get the interviewer’s information and it’s up to you to make contact, do it right away. Keep in mind that interviewing high school kids is done out of the alum’s love for …

Filled with new learning experiences and relationships, college can be stressful and unpredictable. Unless you’re careful, unlimited cafeteria food and drinking at parties can lead to the infamous “Freshman 15,” where first-year students pack on 15 pounds from their new lifestyle habits. We’ve compiled some smart eating and exercise tips to ensure every year is a healthy and fun experience.

How to Develop Smart Eating Habits
1. Breakfast is for champions. It may seem like a no-brainer, but eating breakfast can help you improve your concentration and stay engaged during classes. …

Between studying, internships and social events, it can be difficult to find time to date in college, let alone maintain a steady relationship. Let’s face it, expensive, dinner dates don’t work for everyone, especially those without a car or deep pockets. Here are some realistic, romantic, and most importantly, budget-appropriate date ideas.

For as long as I can remember, I was an Asian stereotype. Though I wasn’t the ultimate poster child (I didn’t take advanced math nor science), my social life definitely fit the bill. I came from a conservative Christian Korean home and my closest friends growing up were all Asian.

You’re at a party. You see a cute guy across the room. He approaches you. There is instant chemistry. Before you know it, he’s telling you that his roommate went home for the weekend and he’s asking you to spend the night with him.
A majority of you may have already fallen for his impeccably bright smile and said, “Yes!” Others may have said, “It’s getting late, why don’t you call me?” And a few may have said, “Freak!” and walked away.
Without ruining your night out, it’s important to realize the …

Despite barriers of distance, time zones and regional culture, there are thousands of Asian American students, leaders and activists across the nation passionate about establishing networks, opening dialogue and building community. The East Coast Asian American Student Union (ECAASU) and the Intercollegiate Taiwanese American Students Association (ITASA) are only two of many conferences and forums that work hard to achieve these goals.
ECAASU prides itself on being the host of “the oldest and largest Asian American student conference in the nation and one of the preeminent collegiate student conferences in the …

Whether you aspire to become a journalist, entrepreneur, doctor, teacher or lawyer, internships give you an extra edge and a street-smart instinct that you can’t learn from reading a textbook. It goes without saying that having internship experience puts you ahead of those who don’t. Especially today, employers aren’t just looking for applicants with a college degree and a high GPA; they’re looking for someone who is well-rounded and already has the skills for the job. And if you thought looking for an internship or job was pointless in this …

Dorm rooms are notorious for lack of space, but with a little imagination, you can turn a drab room into a fab room. Here are some ways to work with what you have.

Heidi* was only a freshman in college when she first tried Adderall. “I was getting a grip on college life, hadn’t learned how to procrastinate right and obviously had a hard time handling my workload. I discovered caffeine gum at the campus convenience store and had been getting through all-nighters with that, but then someone told me that Adderall was way better, and I wouldn’t have to eat 10 cups of coffee worth of caffeine in gum,” she said.
Alcohol, cocaine, marijuana and heroin—these are the forms of substance abuse one …

In college, you’re not just a student—you’re a businesswoman, a leader, an academic, a social butterfly. We found appropriate outfits for each occasion, so you can focus on showing off your personality, no matter where you are.
Situation: Meeting with a professor
Hopefully your interaction with instructors won’t be limited to a lecture hall. Maybe you’re meeting up to discuss a research proposal, exam or interesting idea from class, butthey are still your professors outside of class. Show that you respect their time and position by looking put-together.
You don’t need to dress …

During my senior year of high school, I applied to over 40 scholarships. Filling out applications was stressful enough, but so was waiting to hear back from the organizations. Day after day, I kept receiving letters that read: “We are sorry to inform you…” As if the college rejections weren’t bad enough.

Maybe you’ve never seen snow before and will be spending the next four years at a college in the Northeast. Perhaps you expect sub-zero temperatures in December, but are headed to a college in California or Georgia. Before you head off to your new second home, make sure you pack some key items to help you adjust to your new climate.

Fitting a whole year’s worth of clothes and accessories into a dorm room can be a challenge,especially when you share the space with other people. These tested tips will help you maximize storage space and minimize roommate conflicts.

Minimize clutter with containers

Vertical storage drawers are great for keeping makeup, jewelry and small items organized. Place them on top of dressers or desks to use your space efficiently.
Plastic tubs that fit underneath your bed are perfect for storing seasonal clothes that you don’t need to access often.
Drawer dividers are a great …

You probably have heard the following phrases at least once in your life:

“It’s harder for Asians to get into good schools.”
“All Asians want to be doctors, engineers, lawyers, or maybe bankers.”
“The Ivy League schools are Harvard, MIT, Stanford, and Berkeley.”