All content by Derek Kamakanaaloha Soong


What Mauna Loa’s eruption means as a Native Hawaiian
The recent eruption of the world's largest active volcano on Hawaiʻi Island has spurred celebration among Hawaiʻi’s residents and its visitors.
Dec 6, 2022


He aha ka manaʻo nui o Pele ma Mauna Loa ma ke ʻano he Kanaka Maoli
ʻO ka hū ʻana o ka lua pele nui loa o ka honua nei ma ka mokupuni ʻo Hawaiʻi ka hoʻolauleʻa no nā Hawaiʻi a me nā malihini nō hoʻi.
Dec 6, 2022


Culture’s cult choices: H Mart
The best items to buy at H Mart, according to the most refined taste buds at WSN.
Oct 18, 2022


A celebration of urban indigeneity
New York City’s Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration took place on Randall’s Island this October 9 & 10.
Oct 16, 2022


Opinion: Native students need their own space at NYU
Columbia University gave its Native students a brownstone, while NYU’s Native students group meets underground weekly.
Oct 14, 2022


Opinion: NYU should drop its facade of Pacific Island inclusion
Despite housing the Asian/Pacific/American Institute and an associated major, NYU is failing to provide enough courses on Pacific Island Studies.
Sep 15, 2022


The yasses and flops of Grindr, as told by its NYU users
NYU students share their experiences with looking for fun and more on the Grindr app.
May 5, 2022


May Day is Lei Day in Hawaiʻi
May Day can be a celebration of flowers, lei and aloha — even when you're not in Hawaiʻi.
Apr 29, 2022


Playing pays: An inside look at how NYU students make money walking dogs
Some NYU students find dog walking to be the perfect side job as they tackle the rising costs of city living.
Apr 26, 2022


Reasons to rethink tropical travel — from the people who live there
While tropical locations might sound appealing for spring break, some students who live there have different takes on tourism, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mar 2, 2022


Can social media app BeReal deliver on its eponymous promise?
NYU students have mixed feelings on whether the BeReal app provides its users with a truly genuine social media experience.
Feb 24, 2022




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