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Book SynopsisStraight A’s features personal narratives of Asian American undergraduate students at Harvard University in which they reflect on their shared experiences with discrimination, stereotypes, immigrant communities, their relationship to their Asian heritage, and the difficulties that come with being expected to reach high levels of achievement.
Trade Review"Offers powerful insights into what today’s Asian American students may feel, perceive, and experience within their circles and communities." -- Raymond Pun * Booklist *
"Offers fascinating insights into the nature of academic achievement and the American Dream." -- Matthew Reisz * Times Higher Education *
"The book is a great preliminary text for those interested in Asian American studies and higher education experiences. This is especially true for Asian Americans who are interested in unpacking the complications related to attending college. Overall, the text serves as a way to uplift seldom heard voices and use them to open larger conversations." -- Reuben B. Deleon * Journal of Asian American Studies *
