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Visiting a Buddhist Statue Factory in Taiwan
During my 2016–17 Fulbright fellowship in Taiwan, I had the opportunity to visit the Taoyuan factory of Sheng Kuang 聖光 (Sacred Radiance), a leading

The Native Speaker: A Category in Need of Rupture
In my language, we say “I love you” a lot. Think about that sentence for a minute. Really think about it. Does it strike you

I Am Who I Think I Am: On Finding My Identity in Taiwan
“Where are you from?” is a question almost every Asian American has grown up hearing (in addition to its ruder close cousin—“What are

A Unique Edition of Shishuo Xinyu
My research is primarily concerned with texts produced and circulated in the early medieval period from roughly the second to the seventh centuries

The 3-minute visit: Understanding Doctor-Patient Relationships in Taiwan
I would first like to thank Fulbright Taiwan for giving me this opportunity to come to Taiwan and learn about its healthcare system.

Me and Howard Go to See the Puppets and Almost All of Them Die
I am a little late because Connor has taken me to UNIQLO to buy some kind of padded jacket–call it turquoise–I am bad

Distribution of Ecosystem Service Benefits: An Initial Look
Natural resource economics remains a powerful tool in both effective marine policy design and public advocacy. While total economic valuations now have a

What the Taotao Means to Me
On Orchid Island, the Taotao is a ubiquitous symbol. It can be found inside churches, outside of 7-11, adorning many a tourist trinket, and most

Taiwan’s Themes
There is a theme of themes in Taiwan. Shopping areas are organized by theme, and restaurants are known by their brand. You can