Second-generation immigrant students say they have trusted the police but understand wariness in the history of their military background.
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Students reflect on terms that identify who they are
Terms like ‘first-gen American’ or ‘second-gen immigrant’ can cause conflicting feelings for those born to immigrants.
Talk Explores Multigenerational Struggle of Immigrant Paths to Citizenship
Professor Rose Cuison-Villazor spoke in February on “Forbidden Love: Race, Citizenship, and the American Family.”
Students Study Farsi to Connect to their Parents
University of Minnesota students embrace their parents’ native language, Farsi, to immerse themselves deeply in their culture.
History Department Hosts Talk Centering Immigration History
A current and a past university history professor met to discuss the importance of engaging in immigration history.
Immigration History Research Center Shares ‘Immigrant Stories’
Multimedia stories showcase the multigenerational experiences of immigrants and their families.
Vietnamese Association Hosts Year of the Snake Tết Show
The yearly show highlights Vietnamese culture through food, dance and other cultural activities.
When Translation Becomes a Family Role
Many people born to immigrants grow up feeling the pressure to help their families communicate with society.
For SEVA UMN, Nepal is the perfect testing ground for water accessibility
University of Minnesota Project SEVA is a group of students pursuing a vision of international clean water.
Know your rights when dealing with ICE
AccessU: Born to Immigrants asked Student Legal Services and the Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee what you need to know if ICE approaches you or your family. Here’s what we learned.