Women’s History Month Students share the most inspiring and influential women in their lives in honor of this month’s celebration.
by Kaleen Luu
M
arch is recognized globally as Women’s History Month to commemorate the contributions and achievements of women. The recognition began in 1978 as Women’s History Week and became internationally acknowledged after it evolved to a month of celebration. Women’s History Month corresponds with International Women’s Day on March 8 to celebrate how women have succeeded in cultural, political and socioeconomic ways. As an important focal point in conversation with the women’s rights movement, the declaration calls attention to ongoing issues such as reproductive rights and gender equality. In celebration of Women’s History Month, students shared the most influential women in their lives and how their strength and tenacity has impacted them.
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Christine Nguyen, Third Year Business Finance
My cousin Jenny. “She was the first person in our family to be born in America after we fled Vietnam. As a result, she didn’t have much help or guidance from a role model that was also a first-generation child. Jenny didn’t have a perfect life growing up and went through many hardships, but she was always resilient and optimistic while she pushed through these barriers. Even from a young age, she’s always been my role model. I’m glad to have someone like her in my life who could give me great life tips from her own experience. I would not be where I am right now if it weren’t for her advice and guidance.”
Photos courtesy of students interviewed
