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Poetry and the beauty behind shared experiences

Last week, writers, readers and rhyme enthusiasts alike celebrated National Poetry Day. They shared short verses on social media and encouraged others to pick up their favorite collections. Twitter especially lit up with screenshots and quotations from poets as varied as Maya Angelou and Rupi Kaur. It made me think: Isn’t it incredible that there really is a poem out there for everyone?


The Chinese Student Association Dance Team presents a dance that portrays a legend involving a tragic love story and alludes to the origin of the Mid-Autumn festival.
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Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival brings families together

The Mid-Autumn Festival, which is every Oct. 4, celebrates family, community and giving thanks in the Chinese culture. The holiday typically falls on a full moon and is commemorated with eating traditional Chinese pastries called mooncakes and solving riddles.



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