Laotian-American Designs Inauguration Gowns for ABC 7-Chicago News Reporter   Kevin Thammavong, designer of Kevin Vong dresses, told VOA that he has been approached by Linda Yu, a local reporter for ABC 7-Chicago, to design three gowns for her to wear to President-elect Barack Obama’s inauguration on Jan 20, 2009.

Wisconsin University Students to Explore Laos   The goal of this Study Abroad/Travel Program to Laos is to provide students an opportunity to explore the history and cultures of Laos and to interact with and learn from a variety of people in this multi-ethnic nation.

Laotian Americans Celebrate Thanksgiving Day   "In our Lao-Khmu’s traditions, the Thanksgiving Celebration coincides with our New Year and the time to celebrate the harvest season, so we tend to have a big dinner and big celebration to be thankful for our blessings," Mr. Inh explained.

Center for Lao Studies to Hold First Summer Study Abroad in Laos   This eight-week intensive summer program is meant to provide an opportunity for Lao-American and American participants to live closely with the people of Laos and to learn firsthand about their way of life.

Hmong-American Participates in the U.S. Embassy's "Lecture Series" in Laos   Mr. Blong Xiong, Chairmen of the City Council of Fresno, California, was invited to discuss the role of local governments in the U.S. and his responsibilities as a councilman.

Laotian-Americans' Reactions to Barack Obama's Election   The American history just added a new chapter to its book as a result of the election on November 4, 2008, which made Illinois Senator Barack Obama the next President of the United States of America.

More Laotian-Americans Voice Their Opinion in the Last Week of the Presidential Election   VOA has been a medium in bringing to you the voices of Laotian-Americans from various communities throughout the States.