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Putting The ‘I’ In Immigrant: The rise in Asian American hate crimes calls for a unification of the community and its allies

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By NOELLE NATIVIDAD
February 19, 2021 in Columns, Opinion

For those of AAPI descent or those who are allies to our community, in the defense of Asian American lives, we should not be permissive of the hate crimes and hate speech that have been condoned by past leaders or enduring cultural biases.

Putting The ‘I’ In Immigrant: Immigration and higher education must regain trust of immigrant and international students

By NOELLE NATIVIDAD
February 5, 2021 in Columns, Opinion

We are all rebuilding confidence in the systems that have been bent or have always been broken, and as students, we are seeking to do what we have always been taught: learn a new way.

Putting The ‘I’ In Immigrant: A stronger immigrant presence in public offices empowers younger generations

By NOELLE NATIVIDAD
January 22, 2021 in Columns, Opinion

It is only right to have policy dictated by those that have walked in the shoes of their constituents.

Putting The “I” In Immigrant: A thread of hope for young immigrants

By NOELLE NATIVIDAD
November 6, 2020 in Columns, Opinion

No person, place or thing has been able to take away our fighting spirit, and no matter the results, that will not be the case now.

Putting The ‘I’ In Immigrant: Assimilation pressures pose undermining expectations for immigrant Americans

By NOELLE NATIVIDAD
October 23, 2020 in Columns, Opinion

While our politicians preach about the inclusivity of the United States, microaggressions toward immigrant Americans run rampant, rendering assimilation a prerequisite to claiming the label “American.”

Putting The “I” In Immigrant: Racial transparency is pertinent in creating substantive inclusion initiatives

By NOELLE NATIVIDAD
October 9, 2020 in Columns, Opinion

Instead of gifting us 30 days of inclusion, allow marginalized populations a seat at the table, a page in the history books and a place to call home that is accepting of our identity and history.

Putting The ‘I’ In Immigrant: Now more than ever, immigrant work is essential work

By NOELLE NATIVIDAD
September 25, 2020 in Columns, Opinion

An adjective shouldn’t change the value of essential work and essential people.

Putting The “I” In Immigrant: Hyphenated Americans have a complex relationship with education

By NOELLE NATIVIDAD
September 4, 2020 in Opinion

During an age of heightened xenophobia, I am devoted to bridging divides and humanizing a vital demographic that may not always be given a name, face or voice.