elevASIAN is USC Annenberg’s first Asian American vertical. We aim to redefine what being “Asian American” means by highlighting untold perspectives, cultures and histories across the APISA spectrum and beyond.
Saori Araki: From Japanese salarywoman to international sensation
After posting a photo of herself online, reaching over 86 million views worldwide, SAO performs solo for the first time at Comic Con Los Angeles.
The Glitch Princess: hits their final stop of their “Eva Girl” tour in Los Angeles
Following the release of their latest album, “Evangelic Girl is a Gun,” yeule began their tour in the United Kingdom and spent September touring the United States.
Philippines commemorates Martial Law anniversary with anti-corruption protest
Filipinos urge Filipino Americans to educate themselves on nation’s issues.
Lilly Singh & Sara Zandieh visit USC, discuss representation and their film ‘Doin’ It’
Lilly Singh & Sara Zandieh discussed how representation is hard — it’s messy, it’s complicated, but it’s always worth the fight.
The sound of pop music: Singaporean indie pop band Sobs supports Anamanaguchi on tour
The Singaporean-based indie pop band makes its second US appearance since touring in 2023.
‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ arrives on American shores, instantly opening to $70 million
After premiering two months prior in Japan, the first film in the long awaited trilogy is now available in American theaters and instantly broke records.
Creativity and experimentation thrive at Hong Kong on Screen Film Festival
Five short films were showcased at the Eileen Norris Cinema Theater.
‘Leaving Mom’ leaves much to be desired
Despite its best attempts, the Vietnamese breakout film “Leaving Mom” struggles to depict a meaningful story about family trauma.
ANIME Impulse returns to Orange County during the hottest time of the year
Attendees navigate through the California heat wave
A guide to Artist Alley
A closer look inside ANIME Impulse’s Artist Alley–where community, creativity, and fandom collide.
Blush launches US Tour with Precocious Neophyte
Singaporean band Blush brings dreamy soundscapes to LA with Precocious Neophyte at the first stop of their tour.
Fujiwara Tofu Cafe: Where dreams of anime and Southern California car culture collide
In celebration of the legacy of the Toyota AE86, the Fujiwara Tofu Cafe hosts its annual 8/6 car meet.
Senior residents of Chinatown navigate a shifting neighborhood
Chinatown is a fulfilling cultural community for senior residents, such as Irene Leung-Astwood, but rent costs and other impacts of gentrification threaten the future of the neighborhood.
KCON LA: The Biggest K-Pop Gathering in America
KCON LA returns to Los Angeles with more artists, new and old, to perform at the Crypto Arena