Jennifer Lee, chancellor's fellow and professor of sociology at the University of California, Irvine, [writes]: This May marks the 25th anniversary of the permanent designation of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. As in years past, APA Heritage Month commemorations will include events across the country, highlighting the contributions, culture, history, and challenges faced by Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

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