Earning a degree in anthropology from Stanford University and participating in San Francisco’s arts scene gave Lim-Chan the foundation to begin telling their own meaningful stories about society. For queer and trans people, actively shaping a space for ourselves is particularly relevant, but it has been harder to do.”Ī non-binary, first-generation American, Lim-Chan’s mission was first inspired by the experiences of their Chinese South African parents, who immigrated to the United States during Apartheid. “Storytelling often creates experiences for those around us based on our own experiences and values.
With their insightful, thought-provoking works, California College of the Arts MFA student Elle Lim-Chan is using iPad to transform traditional comics into inclusive experiences that comment on culture and identity. Bringing those together on iPad is a magical process.” “Animation is my first love, and telling meaningful stories is my passion. Elle or “L” Lim‑ChanĬalifornia College of the Arts, class of 2023 And he’s just getting started.Įlle uses iPad Pro and Apple Pencil with Procreate to develop expressive, artistic comics. The foundation of leadership and productivity that Isaac has built as an undergrad will continue to serve as a springboard for his commitment to social justice. IPad also enables his creativity and helps “humanize what leadership looks like, by making it personal.” Through the Black + Brown Healing Project, an organization he founded to support BIPOC writers and creatives, he wrote a book of poetry capturing his experiences as a black, queer man - all on iPad.
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“iPad is my Swiss army knife - it works for all situations, and seamlessly with my Mac and iPhone to support my full calendar of activities.”įor academics, Isaac uses Mac with RStudio to crunch data sets and conduct research for his successful proposals - like writing statewide legislation that makes it easier for low-income students to apply to college with a single, universal application.
Notes on iPad with Apple Pencil supports every aspect of his civic engagements with board members and campus leaders, as well as his research work. He’s chosen Apple technology to power every step of his work, from the lecture hall to city hall. Feeling “at home” for the first time, it inspired him to advocate for an accessible, inclusive future in education through policy change.įor the past year, Isaac has served as president of the Cal State Student Association and was recognized by the California State Legislature as the official representative of 480,000 students across all 23 CSU campuses. I learned to reject what I was, in favor of performing what they wanted me to be.”Īt CSU Fullerton, Isaac joined the Male Success Initiative, where men of color are empowered to achieve their potential. “My teachers disciplined me harder - I was always perceived as being disruptive. I love the flexibility of Apple devices, and how dependable they are, wherever I am.”Īs a recent graduate of California State University, Fullerton, business major Isaac Alferos has tirelessly engaged as a digital equity advocate and activist in higher education - and he’s made real change across California and beyond.Īs one of the few African and Asian Americans in his school, Isaac experienced systemic racism early on. President, California State University Student Association, 2021-2022 Isaac AlferosĬalifornia State University, Fullerton, class of 2022 Isaac uses iPhone 13 with FaceTime to stay connected with leaders, students, and family while traveling as CSU’s student body president.
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