NJDOE Integrates Sikh American History into Social Studies Curriculum
New Jersey is home to one of the largest Sikh American populations in the United States, with approximately 100,000 residents identifying with the faith.
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More Students Than Ever Learning Asian American History as 23 States Adhere to Asian American History Requirements
Students in 23 states now learn about Asian American history due to legal requirements of their K-12 public schools, according to new research from Committee of 100, a nonprofit leadership organization of distinguished Chinese Americans.
Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander people face highest stroke rates in the U.S.
A new study found that Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander people had the highest rate of stroke among people from other race and ethnic groups, with a rate more than three times higher than that of white people.
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
State Sen. Liu co-hosts rally calling on Hochul to sign AANHPI education legislation into law
State Sen. John Liu joined Manhattan Assembly Member Grace Lee and members of the Representing and Empowering AANHPI Community History (R.E.A.C.H.) Coalition outside City Hall on Wednesday, Aug. 27, to celebrate the passage of the AANHPI Education Equity Act in the New York State legislature and call on Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign the bill … 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