By Claudia Villalona In 1998, Modesta Rodriguez trudged through Central America’s dense jungles and the frigid deserts and mountains of Mexico to escape domestic violence and poverty in her home country of Honduras. At nearly 50 years old, she walked…
Month: December 2023
For Asylum Seekers in New York City, Work Begins with the Struggle for a Permit
Winter approaches and limits on migrant shelter stays are expiring. Most asylum seekers in New York have yet to receive the work permits that would allow them to provide for their families. By Sonya Ribner For the security of interviewees,…
Being Black in America: The story of Two NYC Men
By Abigail Raghunath In May of 2023, in a small cafeteria at Great Meadows Correctional facility in Great Meadow, New York, a choir of all men sang the words of JJ Hairston’s 2017 record “You deserve it.” Through their chorus,…
Larry and Margaret
Larry and Margaret were one of the few lucky couples of the Vietnam War to return to each other’s arms earlier than expected, but tragedy found a way back to them in the form of Margaret’s untimely death Margaret and…
Homeland in a Suitcase: My Grandfather’s Journey as a Palestinian in Exile
In the wake of the ongoing war in Gaza, a Palestinian-Canadian recounts her grandfather’s journey as a Palestinian refugee in exile and the intergenerational effect this had on her own life in the diaspora. The last time I saw my…
Echoes of Conflict: International Students’ Experiences of the War in Gaza and Israel
Amidst growing turmoil and polarization at Columbia University over the conflict in Gaza and Israel, international students try to balance their complex identities with psychosocial strains and divisive US politics. By Hannah Sattler Throughout October and November, the hum of…
Tasting to Know: Learning about Brazilian and Mexican culture through food
Food makes it intimate connection possible. Get to know my friends, and a little bit about the world, through these New York City restaurants. By Emmanuel Ikenna Ohiri I first learned how to make bolognese in a small apartment kitchen…
Who Is to Blame for Kenyan doping?
Kenya’s once famed elite running programme is under increased scrutiny as the extent of doping comes to light. By Helena Hussey Over the past 50 years Kenyan athletes have come to dominate long-distance running; yet, what started with a generation…
A Labor of Love.
New York City passes a new policy targeting soon-to-be parents with limited income and offering more support during birth. Kohn and baby Louisa in Brooklyn, NY. Source: Kohn By Kaitlyn Conway Nataleigh Kohn, 33, of Hudson, New York, gave birth…
Out of North Korea — Breaking the Golden Chain
Hyun Seung Lee, born into North Korea’s privileged elite, chose to abandon his life of luxury and security, embarking on a perilous journey towards freedom and a new identity. By Terry Cao The Privileged Life From a very young age,…