Cristina Acuña

Cristina Acuña is a 22-year-old senior attending the University of Washington. She is in the business of meeting people.She talks to people, she serves people and she is inspired by people. Most importantly,she likes to learn from people, which is why she is pursuing a career in journalism. Cristina believes everybody has a story worth telling and it is her passion to serve as a medium by which people can tell their stories. Luckily, she is able to do this by making people feel at ease around her. She was born in Peru and is able to write and speak in both Spanish and English.
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Brown uses the feathers of a bird native to a Huichol land in Mexico to conduct spiritual readings. (Photo by Cristina Acuña)

Washington shaman consult spirits to treat anxiety and depression

by Cristina Acuña
I assumed the shamanic healing used to treat my mental illness back in Peru wouldn't be an option here in the Northwest. It turns out I was wrong.
Apr 6, 2016

Artist Ernesto Ybarra bridges cultures for “In Between Worlds”

by Cristina Acuña
Ernesto Ybarra's art shows influences from his upbringing in Minnesota and his Mesoamerican roots.
Jan 6, 2016
A relaxing visit to the nail spa can often mean coming into contact with toxic chemicals -- though some Seattle nail salons have found greener alternatives. (Photo from Flickr by Sam Breach)

Are Seattle nail salon workers being mistreated?

by Cristina Acuña
Doing nails can be a risky business — but you shouldn’t assume Seattle nail salons are harming immigrant workers.
May 19, 2015
Carlo Antonion Chalisea sautees the meat for a Lomo Saltado Sandwich at Hilliard's Beer. (Photo by Cristy Acuña)

Peruvian food, diverse friendships inspire Don Lucho’s

by Cristina Acuña
A Seattle street chef aims to become culinary ambassador of Peruvian food in America.
Apr 30, 2015