Tiffany Xiang is a Will Rice College junior from California studying Computer Science. They enjoy dancing and activism, and they’re trying to get more into fashion. One fun fact about Tiffany: The best boba she’s ever had was at a shop called “The Alley” in Tokyo.
Why are your student organizations important to you?
Besides the Chinese Student Association (CSA), I’m also part of the BASYK Crew, a K-pop and hip-hop dance group at Rice. When I was a freshman, I was drawn to these clubs because I was seeking community and shared passion. Now, they’re really important to me because of the sanctuary and elevation I feel within these communities. It’s a widely shared experience to feel empowered by engaging in your culture and this is something I want to and can provide through the CSA. As a Chinese-American, I find it important to forge and strengthen a space at Rice where Chinese-Americans feel that their heritage and culture is respected and celebrated.