Lisa Kwon, Student Journalism Mentor
My background: I am a journalist and writer born and based in Los Angeles. I enjoy writing about the 20th-century diasporic movements that have made this city one of the most culturally diverse areas in California. I have contributed to The Guardian, Teen Vogue, Vulture, Eater, Vice, Cultured Magazine, National Geographic, and many more.
What I do: I am a mentor for the Koreatown cohort of the LA Local Student Journalism program, where I teach high school students how to write profiles and feature stories about issues and trends in Koreatown and neighboring areas.
Why LA: LA opens itself up to those endlessly curious about the city beyond its stereotypes. I will always cherish LA for the rich variety of bird species that migrate through here in the spring time and the comforting plates of jajangmyeon and tangsuyuk in Koreatown.
The best way to contact me: My email is lisa.s.kwon@gmail.com
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