Grace Hwang Lynch

December 30, 2019

In the wake of the college admissions scandal and ongoing drama around affirmative action policies at elite colleges, what is it like to be a high school student, a Latina, and a first-generation college applicant?

Global Nation Education

Harvard affirmative action case far from over as plans for appeal begin

The World

October 02, 2019

In the wake of a ruling Tuesday that Harvard University's race-conscious admissions policy does not violate the rights of Asian Americans, both opponents and supporters of the lawsuit say the conversation around affirmative action and its role at American universities is just beginning.

US politics

Asian Americans could be the group most affected by the census citizenship question

The World

May 21, 2019

Asians are the fastest growing demographic in the United States, but could risk being undercounted in the upcoming nationwide census. A Census Bureau study finds that Asian Americans are the least likely to complete their census questionnaires, putting some services at risk.

Education

A trial alleging racial discrimination weighs on Asian American college applicants

The World

October 12, 2018

Most Asian Americans support affirmative action, but some are wondering: Will it hurt my chances of getting into a top university?

Religion

American evangelicals are more diverse than ever. But some don't want to be part of the 'evangelical movement.'

The World

July 19, 2018

Some Christians are distancing themselves from the term “evangelical” even if their beliefs remain unchanged.

Education

More college students in California are eligible for help getting enough to eat

The World

December 12, 2017

At the University of California, Berkeley, they’re trying to help students get enrolled in food aid programs. But it’s not just a problem in California.

Education

This college freshman is worried about affirmative action — but not that it will keep him out of Harvard

The World

August 17, 2017

Harvard University is being sued for allegedly discriminating against Asian and white applicants. But most Asian Americans agree with admissions policies that take race into account.

Justice

A Muslim immigrant and a Christian pastor find common ground — and try to connect with their Latino neighbors too

The World

March 31, 2017

It’s not always easy to bridge gaps in communities. But these two friends are giving it a try.

Education

California will soon provide ethnic studies classes for all high schoolers. Here's why.

The World

December 06, 2016

A Stanford study says providing high school students with ethnic studies courses may help them stay in school and stay engaged. California has passed a law to make them available at all high schools in the state.

Education

Rocked by suicides, Palo Alto high schools want to make mental health care as normal as eating breakfast

The World

November 18, 2016

In February, the CDC was called in to investigate Palo Alto's suicide crisis. Now, high schools have opened new wellness centers to try to help teens better cope.

Grace Hwang Lynch

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One Latina's journey to college amid admissions scandals and inequities

Harvard affirmative action case far from over as plans for appeal begin

Asian Americans could be the group most affected by the census citizenship question

A trial alleging racial discrimination weighs on Asian American college applicants

American evangelicals are more diverse than ever. But some don't want to be part of the 'evangelical movement.'

More college students in California are eligible for help getting enough to eat

This college freshman is worried about affirmative action — but not that it will keep him out of Harvard

A Muslim immigrant and a Christian pastor find common ground — and try to connect with their Latino neighbors too

California will soon provide ethnic studies classes for all high schoolers. Here's why.

Rocked by suicides, Palo Alto high schools want to make mental health care as normal as eating breakfast

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