Full text of my speech at UMD’s MFA Capstone Reading
Category: Compositions
Stop Scrolling: Social Media as a Community Tool
At 17, I had very important things to communicate, and I needed a community: I was away, alone in an… Read more Stop Scrolling: Social Media as a Community Tool
This Immigrant Celebrates Living to a Quarter of a Century
A young Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holder reflects on living a life under less than ideal conditions. That makes a birthday exceptional.
My Summer Back in High School, Reflections from a Teaching Artist
“Teaching artists are dope…” until you’re stuck with one on a regular basis. Learn why in this summer reflection.
Immigrant Me: How It Feels When You Say I’ll Be Okay
When people say “you’ll be okay, just wait until the next President,” know you are not comforting anyone. I need more from you. I need your support with everything you’ve got.
How To Help Young Immigrants In Addition to Prayer & Hope
Help an immigrant today and help the future.
Top 13 Scary Moments: Claudiapoet’s Edition
In the spirit of Halloween, I want to share some moments that have scared me in different degrees, but scared… Read more Top 13 Scary Moments: Claudiapoet’s Edition
Simple Gems in the City of Washington, DC
Living in Northern Virginia, I have a great view of the city. Washington, DC is a metro ride or car… Read more Simple Gems in the City of Washington, DC
Claudia Poet’s Ideas for Random Acts of Poetry
October is a fairly decent month: the calm before the winter freeze, the color before the bare landscape. It is… Read more Claudia Poet’s Ideas for Random Acts of Poetry
On Citizenship: A Takeaway from the DACA Decision
This past week, the nation tuned into Attorney Jeff Sessions’ announcement on the termination of DACA. News outlets were then eager… Read more On Citizenship: A Takeaway from the DACA Decision
