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Columbia College Today: A Revival and A Homecoming
Joanne Kwong spoke to her alma mater about how stepping into the role of president of the new Pearl River Mart was like a homecoming. It "makes me happy because I’m doing something for my community," she said. "Both the Asian-American community and New York City — providing some joy to people in their everyday life."