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Sunthi Jong

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor

Sunthi Jong (she/her) is a copy editor for the Golden Gate Xpress and is a member of the editorial team. She is majoring in journalism and minoring in Asian American Studies. She was born in the East Bay and grew up both there and in Sacramento. Jong currently lives in San Francisco and is in the final year of her degree. In her free time, Jong enjoys reading, baking and exploring the city.

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A graphic illustration of headlines from various American news publications related to anti-Asian violence at different points of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Sunthi Jong / Golden Gate Xpress)

Chinese Americans still reeling in the wake of anti-Asian hate

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor May 31, 2024

The first patient in the United States to be diagnosed with COVID-19 was on Jan. 20, 2020, in the state of Washington.  Since then, many Chinese Americans have been affected by the rise of anti-Chinese...

A graphic illustration of overlapping Filipino, Chinese and Vietnamese flags. (Sunthi Jong / Golden Gate Xpress)

Filipino Americans are prone to diabetes. Why?

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor May 31, 2024

Asian Americans have a long and storied legacy in the United States. They’ve contributed to the American fields of law, medicine, film, art and more.  Out of the 48 countries in Asia, the Asian American...

A graphic illustration of the Vietnamese flag with bottles in the foreground. (Sunthi Jong / Golden Gate Xpress)

Vietnamese Americans have higher rates of liver cancer compared to other Asian American subgroups. Why?

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor May 31, 2024

War, poverty and trauma have played a fundamental role in the day-to-day experiences of the Vietnamese American community.  A study showed that Vietnamese Americans, along with other Southeast Asian...

Pro-Palestinian protestors march, chant and place flyers in the Humanities Building on May 9, 2024. (Neal Wong / Golden Gate Xpress)

SFSU students enter Humanities Building in spontaneous protest for Gaza

Adriana Hernandez and Sunthi Jong May 9, 2024

Pro-Palestine demonstrators entered the Humanities Building at San Francisco State University on May 9 following yesterday's die-in demonstration.  Approximately 10 students — some distributing flyers...

A towering building located in San Francisco’s Financial District on March 22, 2024. (Sunthi Jong / Golden Gate Xpress)

Where’s the POPO? (No, not that kind)

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor Mar 29, 2024

I have yet to meet a college student who didn’t go crazy for free stuff. Whether it be food, pens, or plastic water bottles, the allure of something costing $0 has lured in many a broke student. But...

An illustration of the Greek alphabet, highlighting the names of several San Francisco State University sorority chapters. (Sunthi Jong / Golden Gate Xpress)

Legacies redefined: the minority-interest sororities building campus presence and community

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor Mar 11, 2024

Jackets emblazoned with letters worn by Greek life members are a sight familiar even to unwitting passersby at San Francisco State University. The letters proudly displayed on each member denote allegiance...

Gator Talk: The relationship help hotspot you’ve never heard of

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor Feb 15, 2024

Welcome to Gator Talk, the Xpress video podcast that brings San Francisco State campus perspectives to local, regional, and national news. In today's podcast episode, copy editor Sunthi Jong sat down...

Ho, Ho, Huh? Your guide to a car-free Christmas

Sunthi Jong and Ryosuke Kojima Dec 18, 2023

As the holiday season approaches, there is a wealth of events and attractions popping up across the city. It can be hard to choose where you want to go with the varying options, but this guide to the city...

 The ingredients list of a product with “specific ingredients listed” as a type of organic labeling. Per the USDA, products with less than 70% organic ingredients or methods cannot use the USDA-certified organic labeling and must instead list the specific ingredients. (Sunthi Jong/Golden Gate Xpress)

What does “organic” actually mean?

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor Dec 18, 2023

The holiday season is in full swing –– the number of parties and gatherings to prepare for is increasing and students across San Francisco State University are firing up the stove. During holiday...

J.R. Blaire holding a piece of stinging nettle that he found. Once stinging nettle touches your skin, the round tips of the hairs break off and release a toxin that causes irritation to the skin. Nov. 15, 2023. (Colin Flynn/ Golden Gate Xpress)

How to avoid San Francisco’s most common poisonous plants

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor Nov 21, 2023

San Francisco offers much in the way of recreational life –– museums, cafes, clubs. However, it is also home to a myriad of hiking trails, mountains and forests ripe for exploring. As the holiday season...

From the colleges to the streets: anti-APEC protests span city

Sunthi Jong and Michaela Mateo Nov 16, 2023

Protestors from across the city rallied by Embarcadero station on Sunday in opposition to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, where business leaders and heads of state from 21 member economies...

People watch a pumpkin fall during the pumpkin drop at the Fall Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. (Andrew Fogel/Golden Gate Xpress)

Fall Festival emerges as another chance to build community

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor Nov 1, 2023

Garfield, Cupid, Batman –– these were a mere few of the several costumed attires seen at the pumpkin spice fall fair held at San Francisco State University on Tuesday afternoon. The fair was hosted...

No car, no problem: a public transit-friendly guide to Halloween 2023

Sunthi Jong, Michaela Mateo, and Neal Wong Oct 28, 2023

Still seeking Halloween plans? Look no further. Either close to the San Francisco State University campus or farther into the city, Golden Gate Xpress staff has compiled a list of events covering a variety...

A volunteer student depressurized the fire extinguisher,  proceeded  to add more water and replace a new  valve stem to recharge and re-pressurize it again after one use, on Oct. 17, 2023.(Feven Mamo  / Golden Gate Xpress)

Stop, Drop and Roll: Inside San Francisco State University’s 2023 Campus Safety Week

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor Oct 21, 2023

To know how to apply a tourniquet, use a fire extinguisher, or recognize signs of an opioid overdose — these were the key queries posed to participants during San Francisco State University's 2023 Campus...

Daniel Capulin Bautista, a mechanical engineering major, Jonah Lau, a computer engineering and 
Kseniya Khamushkina, a cinema major, experienced a 7.0 magnitude earthquake in the Cal OES 
earthquake simulator outside of the student services building on Oct. 12, 2023. (Matthew Ali/  Golden Gate Xpress)

Governor’s office simulates earthquakes for SFSU students

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor Oct 13, 2023

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services hosted a simulation at San Francisco State University on Thursday morning to raise awareness about earthquake safety and preparation. After the...

A student walks past the gardened area in front of Mary Park Hall while holding their skateboard. Mary Park was built in 1960 and was named after the
custodian who took care of SFSU’s housing buildings and proudly trained numerous student custodians during her 30 years of service, Sept. 11, 2023. (Colin Flynn/ Golden Gate Xpress)

Meet the class of ‘27 – find out hopes and goals for their time at SFSU

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor Oct 6, 2023

The hustle and bustle of campus life is a polarizing factor for many San Francisco State University freshmen, who have to weigh the pros and cons of living on or off campus.  Dorming on campus is not...

A high-rise building at SFSU’s University Park North is seen on Sept. 6, 2023. University Park North, University Park South, and the Central Neighborhood are the three on-campus housing neighborhoods. (Neal Wong/ Golden Gate Xpress)

Know thy roommate — who, exactly, is living on campus?

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor Oct 5, 2023

San Francisco State University’s on-campus community is widespread. The university divides its housing into three neighborhoods: Central, which contains Mary Park and Ward Halls, Towers and Towers...

Police car parked in front of SFSU housing building early Fall 2023 semester. (Stephanie King/ Golden Gate Xpress)

A guide to the 2023 annual security report: Did the COVID pandemic make things worse?

Sunthi Jong, Co-Copy Editor Oct 4, 2023

The annual security report released last month detailed a rise in reported crimes at San Francisco State University between 2021-2022. The sharpest increases were motor vehicle thefts, referrals to...

YDSA members table on Wednesday, Sept 13, 2023 while watching the CSU Board Meeting at Malcolm X Plaza. (Michaela Mateo / Golden Gate Xpress)

SF State community reacts to tuition increase decision

The California State University Board of Trustees voted on Wednesday afternoon to pass the proposal to increase tuition by 6% annually over the next five years. Although 60% of CSU students’ tuition...

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