Linh Thuy Nguyen

Linh Thuy Nguyen, an Associate Professor of American Ethnic Studies at the University of Washington, dives into the layers of intergenerational trauma in Vietnamese American culture. She explores how artistic expressions serve as coping mechanisms for the legacies of the Vietnam War and U.S. imperialism. Nguyen critiques the portrayal of Vietnamese families while advocating for understanding the collective histories behind personal narratives, emphasizing themes of identity, resilience, and the impact of structural inequalities.