My parents hardly ever agreed with one another. Growing up in a house with four children caused many complications for us. As children, we wanted… Read More
College Essay: Becoming Independent
Student Reporting Articles
Alumni, Community Keep YLI Strong
In 2020, dozens of nonprofit agencies were forced to shut their doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its financial consequences. As of February, many remain… Read More
Bold Dreams for Advocacy, Systemic Change
A recent addition to the University of St. Thomas, the Morrison Family College of Health aims to educate health providers to address the wellness of the whole… Read More
College Essay: I Will Not Stop
“Las cosas que empiezan nunca paran.” The things that start never end. The spring day that took it all away; the existence of them was… Read More
Alumni Update: Celebrating Different Viewpoints
As a young girl, Hlee Lee-Kron struggled with being confident and outgoing in her Hmong community, going against the grain of her culture’s customs, which expected women… Read More
Joined Hands Are Stronger
“Crossroads: An Anthology of Resilience and Hope by Young Somali Writers” is a book edited by Marian Hassan, featuring stories from young Somali Minnesotans. The… Read More
College Essay: Quinceañera After All
I remember it like it was yesterday; I remember the crying of my mom and my two siblings. We couldn’t believe that something like this… Read More
College Essay: Lessons from Family
The stars shined bright in her eyes, and I felt the night breeze blow past us as we stood on the balcony during the summer… Read More
Somali Writer Helps Youth Share Stories
When was the last time you read a book about the Somali experience in the U.S.? Due to the lack of books written about this… Read More
Penumbra Educates Through Racial Healing
George Floyd’s death in May 2020 set off a national racial reckoning. The heartbreak of Floyd’s death brought about public displays of heartbreak and anger… Read More
