In 1988, Asian Outlook became the art, literary and news magazine of the Asian Student Union, at Binghamton University—SUNY. Conceived and designed to challenge and re-conceptualize forms of awareness of Asians and Asian-Americans, it serves to protect the voice of those in the minority, whether by ethnicity, gender, sexual or political orientation. Though our mission statement does say that Asian
Outlook "serves to protect the voice of those in the minority, whether by ethnicity, gender, sexual or political orientation," in a sense we work to protect the voice of anyone interested in using the magazine as their vehicle for self-expression, since we are not an Asian exclusive publication. The definition of "Asia" is by no means limited to a certain location or the "homeland" of a race of people. Being "Asian" can mean believing in a certain philosophy or in appreciating music, art or food. Identity is a state of mind of one’s own creation, so being "Asian" simply cannot be defined. We warmly welcome new ideas and creative submissions, so don't be shy!
