Interviewed by Tina Chan
Monday, June 27, 2011
Tell me about yourself in general.
I am a native New Yorker but my parents emigrated from Canton, China. I attended New York University and earned a B.S. in Economics/Finance with a minor in Sociology. I also studied at Baruch College and graduated with a MBA in Finance. Later, I spent years working in the brokerage industry until I decided to change course. I currently work in a medical office for an OB-GYN.
In my spare time I enjoy watching action and science-fiction movies, exercising at the gym, studying Chinese and outdoor activities. I love all things dark chocolate and Taiwanese Oolong tea. My favorite ethnic food is Middle Eastern, particularly Afghan. I also love all things pink. I aspire to see the Aurora Borealis.
March 4, 2011 —
alesnadmin212
Interviewed by Tina Chan
Monday, February 28, 2011
In this issue we will be spotlighting David Palsgrove. David has been a longtime student of Cantonese and has recently been leading Saturday Cantonese Student Study Groups for ALESN. In addition to his passion and dedication to the Cantonese language, David is also know for his unique and delightful sense of humor
Tell me about yourself in general.
I was born to a poor rural family in Southern China. At the age of 19 I was kidnapped and brought to the United States. This event was so traumatic that I lost all memory of my past life and my ability to speak Cantonese. It is my love of Cantonese food that leads me to believe that this is my story.
January 17, 2011 —
alesnadmin212
Interviewed by: Anthony Parisi
December 2010
For this quarter's program spotlight, ALESN has selected Tina Chan to be featured as both ALESN's student and volunteer.
Tony: Tell me about yourself in general.
September 24, 2010 —
editor
September 2010’s feature has been long awaited and is now revealed! ALESN has selected Chris Wong to be this quarter's spotlight.
Interviewed by: Tina Chan
Student: Chris Wong
Sunday, September 12, 2010, New York, NY
ALESN: Tell me about yourself in general.
Interviewed by: Tina Chan
1. Tell me about yourself.
I’m a second-generation Chinese American who loves words and language arts. Most of my career I’ve been a writer, copyeditor, speaker and team planner for adult diversity education. I was also a communicator for immigrant and refugee work in my church nationally. These days I’ve been working in Asian leadership development and English language editing for Asian international book projects.
2. What are your current roles in the program?
I am an avid student at the Saturday Cantonese and Mandarin classes.
During the week, I pitch in as an Advisory Board member, mostly in the areas of planning and communication. Lots of emails flying back and forth at all hours of day and night!