Dr. John J. Chin Appointed Dean of AAARI

The Asian American / Asian Research Institute is excited to announce the permanent appointment of Dr. John J. Chin as Dean of the Institute. Dr. Chin has served as interim dean of AAARI since September 2024. He will oversee day-to-day operations and provide strategic vision to advance AAARI’s mission of facilitating research and scholarship on issues relevant … Read more

A culturally relevant education

From the beginning, the study of history, social studies and other subjects in the American classroom has been surface level at best when it comes to Black, Asian or other minority and underrepresented groups, according to education activists and elected officials who fight for more representation in classroom syllabi. In a push to address that, … Read more

ICYMI: Governor Hochul Signs Landmark Legislation to Protect Students Against Discrimination and Bolster Campus Safety

Governor Hochul signed landmark legislation to require Title VI anti-discrimination coordinators on every New York college campus. Coordinators will work hand-in-hand with students, faculty, and staff to confront discrimination on campus as part of the Governor’s longstanding commitment to promote a safe learning environment for all students in New York’s higher education institutions. This important … Read more