Steven Tran
/by amelia boehSteven Tran is a senior majoring in Asian American Studies and pursuing a departmental honors thesis in conjunction with the Undergraduate Research Scholars Program. He heavily credits his Vietnamese-Chinese heritage, such as being the son of a Vietnam War refugee. His upbringing in South Sacramento empowered his identity and ultimately led him to pursue his passion for helping advance the Asian American community.
His senior thesis investigates how U.S. policies affect Southeast Asian American youth in Sacramento County. Using geospatial data on various factors such as income and standardized test scores, Steven critically analyzes the inequities Southeast Asian American youth face in today’s world where the model minority myth dominates the narrative. Interviews with recent high school graduates, teachers, administrators, and policymakers will be used to help hear perspectives from all levels. Steven’s goal in his thesis is to shine a light on the disparities prevalent in his community and how crucial legislation plays a role in making an end to them.
Steven is a part of various student organizations such as Southeast Asian Campus Learning Education and Retention, the Vietnamese Student Union, and the Asian American Studies Department Undergraduate Leadership Committee. Moreover, Steven enjoys concerts, hanging out with his friends, and eating delicious foods.
Steven Tran is a senior majoring in Asian American Studies and pursuing a departmental honors thesis in conjunction with the Undergraduate Research Scholars Program. He heavily credits his Vietnamese-Chinese heritage, such as being the son of a Vietnam War refugee. His upbringing in South Sacramento empowered his identity and ultimately led him to pursue his passion for helping advance the Asian American community.
His senior thesis investigates how U.S. policies affect Southeast Asian American youth in Sacramento County. Using geospatial data on various factors such as income and standardized test scores, Steven critically analyzes the inequities Southeast Asian American youth face in today’s world where the model minority myth dominates the narrative. Interviews with recent high school graduates, teachers, administrators, and policymakers will be used to help hear perspectives from all levels. Steven’s goal in his thesis is to shine a light on the disparities prevalent in his community and how crucial legislation plays a role in making an end to them.
Steven is a part of various student organizations such as Southeast Asian Campus Learning Education and Retention, the Vietnamese Student Union, and the Asian American Studies Department Undergraduate Leadership Committee. Moreover, Steven enjoys concerts, hanging out with his friends, and eating delicious foods.