Cherry Lou Sy is a writer/playwright/performer originally from the Philippines and currently based in Brooklyn, New York. She received her MFA in Playwriting from Brooklyn College where she lectures in the English and American Studies Departments. She is also a teaching artist for PEN America’s DREAMING Out Loud where she facilitates creative writing classes for undocumented and formerly undocumented immigrants. She’s been the recipient of fellowships and residencies from VONA and Tin House among others. She is also the Co-Artistic Director of the International Minor Feelings Trading Company (aka Trade Co) where the collective examines third culture perspectives.