and China through educational.

They are my main support system and are a window into who I am.I take comfort and pride knowing I am surrounded by people with shared history and culture.

only strengthened by the people within.She works as a junior specialist at the Center for Watershed Sciences at UC Davis.film photography and crafting.

and identity as a Japanese American woman.the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival Queen Program has been dedicated to mentoring young women to develop leadership skills and strong community connections.

and feel an instant affinity meeting women of Japanese descent who often share many of my life experiences.

growing up my biggest connection to a people and a culture was through the food my mom and I would cook.Calvin is also on the Board of Directors and the vice president of the historic Los Angeles Press Club.

emceeing the annual fundraising event for girls Racial Justice Breakfast for more than a decade.Other political reporting assignments have included Hillary Clintons New York Senate run and the 2000 presidential election and its aftermath.

including Reporter of the Year; Golden Mike Awards from the Radio and Television News Association for writing and feature reporting; and the national Americanism in News Media Award.Bush and frequently reported from the White House.