Letters from the Co-Directors

Letters from

What a semester it has been for Lunchbox. Going from just two people to an entire team contributing to the platform is a huge adjustment, and many lessons were learned. For that, I have to thank all of the people on the Lunchbox team; all of you are so talented and hardworking, and I couldn’t be in more awe of what you guys have helped create for the past several months. Thank you to the managers (Hannah, Lauren, Shruthi, Sam, Neeka, Chloe, Maddi, Naomi, and Dellin) for being so patient, flexible, and just along for the ride. Thank you to my second home, a.k.a. ASIA (Asian Students in Alliance), and my fellow E-Board members (Jay, Vince, and Katelyn) for always being of great support throughout this entire journey. Lastly, I give my greatest thanks to fellow co-director, dance partner, and dear friend Jo—thank you for always believing in me when I couldn’t, and for always being there to lend a helping hand.

It’s unbelievable to see how far Lunchbox has come in just a few months. Thank you for picking up our second issue, and I can’t wait for you to be blown away by the stories these contributors tell.

- Marieska Luzada

the Co-Directors

It is with great honor and pride that I present Lunchbox Volume One Issue Two alongside Marieska and the entirety of the Lunchbox Team. Starting a magazine is one thing, but it is a whole ‘nother feat to keep it running. Many lessons were learned in the last few months, but I am so blessed to have had the opportunity of working with such gracious team managers who were more than willing to help build Lunchbox from the ground up. Thank you to Sam, Shruthi, Dellin, Naomi, Hannah, Lauren, Maddi, Neeka, and Chloe for your patience and for your passion. Thank you to the entirety of the Lunchbox Team for your bountiful presence and ideas. Thank you to Jay, Vince, and Katelyn for your continued support in ASIA (Asian Students in Alliance), where I derive all of my motivation, comfort, and reassurance. Finally, thank you to Marieska, who has fearlessly tackled the role of Co-Director, leaving me in perpetual awe.

Take in each and every detail of this issue with care and love. Continue to celebrate the work of Asian storytellers.

- J. Faith Malicdem